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Institution
The Wade Institute of Technology (WIT) is a new engineering college based in Palo Alto, California. It is dedicated to expanding access to engineering education and addressing the significant underrepresentation of African Americans and people of African descent, as well as talented individuals from low-income backgrounds, in the engineering ecosystem.
We are seeking faculty for our Master's in Engineering Management degree program.
Vision
Engineering for Everyone.
Our curriculum is designed to align with the requirements for future accreditation.
We are recruiting students with undergraduate degrees in STEM disciplines as well as humanities, arts, and social sciences.
Experiential learning projects will be central to the student learning experience.
Our Program
Our 24-month Master’s in Engineering Management program will constitute a broad, non-specialized engineering education.
Rather than earning a degree in only one specific area of engineering, students will gain background in core areas such as:
Core Engineering Areas
- Materials
- Computer Science
- Chemical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
Students will also develop capabilities in:
- Project Management
- Leadership
In addition to the core areas of study, students may select concentration credits of technical electives.
Experiential Learning
The program will emphasize engineering design through experiential learning at our locations across the United States, including projects in:
- Space studies
- Watershed and atmospheric environmental engineering
- Precision agriculture (in development)
- Autonomous aviation
Program Description
Our program is a multi-disciplinary and project-based engineering master’s degree.
It is intended to meet the demand for engineers skilled in various disciplines, combining aspects from traditional engineering studies and liberal arts.
The demand arises from the current state of industry, where both the products manufactured and the plants which make the products are progressing toward greater diversity and sophistication.
Experiential learning projects will provide analytical and computational levels of resolution and modeling.
Curriculum Philosophy
Our program represents a major thrust in engineering education to ensure breadth of learning beyond the technical aspects of a specialist engineering discipline.
The student-centric curriculum emphasizes:
- Problem solving
- Engineering design
- Development of student learning skills
Technical Foundation
Integrated engineers acquire background in core disciplines such as:
- Materials
- Solid mechanics
- Fluid mechanics
- Systems involving chemical, electro-mechanical, and biological components
This technical foundation is layered with:
- Leadership
- Project management
- Communication skills
Key Duties of the Position
Key duties of this position include the following:
- Teach graduate science, technology, and mathematics courses including evening sessions, using multimedia and other technologies as needed.
- Plan and create lectures for in-class discussions and assignments, site visits, field assignments, and practical experiences.
- Assess and assign grades to students for classes where course objectives have been met and successfully completed.
- Return assignments and examination results with instructive feedback.
- Mentor students.
- Create a supportive learning environment that inspires, encourages, and achieves maximum student success culminating in the completion of their degree goals.
- Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate.
- Supervise students in off-campus activities when required.
- Design Project Based Learning opportunities in alignment with the curriculum.
- Create educational STEM opportunities for students through community outreach and business partnerships with a focus on research whenever possible.
- Evaluate, design, and monitor programs that promote excellence in STEM.
Key Qualifications
Academic & Teaching Qualifications
- MA/MS or PhD in STEM fields
- Experience teaching at the graduate level
- Two to five years of college-level teaching experience
Instructional & Professional Skills
- Knowledge of technology for STEM instruction
- Experience developing student learning outcomes
- Knowledge of Project Based Learning practices
- Experience in curriculum development
- Knowledge of graduate STEM teaching practices
- Flexibility to meet changing work needs
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for engineers or educators with a master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:
- Bioengineering
- Computer Science
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Materials Science and Engineering
We also welcome applicants with experience in other engineering disciplines.
If you're passionate about shaping the future of graduate-level engineering education for African Americans, people of African descent, and talented students from underserved backgrounds, we invite you to join us.
Apply
WIT invites applicants to join us in creating novel programs.
The salary range is based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, experience, specialty, and training.
These positions offer the opportunity to lead curriculum development, instruction, assessment, and planning while collaborating with staff, students, employers, and university contacts to ensure the curriculum aligns with the requirements to satisfy future accreditation.
Compensation: Open to negotiation
Apply by: As soon as possible
Please submit the following materials:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Two references with contact information
Send application materials to:
Equal Opportunity
The Wade Institute of Technology is committed to expanding access to engineering education and supporting African Americans, people of African descent, and talented individuals from a wide range of academic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
We believe innovation in engineering depends on diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas. WIT welcomes applicants who are passionate about education, mentorship, and building opportunities for students who have historically been underrepresented in the engineering ecosystem.