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Assistant Professor - Engineering
Bedford, MA;

About Middlesex Community College:

Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education for a diverse community from all ethnic backgrounds and identities, preparing individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.

The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a culture of inclusion in which our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our diverse student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.

As an Affirmative Action employer, MCC strongly encourages members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence to apply.

Job Description:

Title: Assistant Professor - Engineering

Unit: MCCC Full-Time Day Faculty

Department: STEM

Reports to: Dean of STEM

Date: September 29, 2023 (Reopened October 16, 2024)

General Summary: The engineering faculty member is a creative, flexible, leaning-centered, and knowledgeable individual who will develop and teach engineering and computer-aided design (CAD) courses within the STEM division. The faculty member will have experience with electrical engineering, CAD, and chemical engineering and will work with the Dean of STEM and other faculty to maintain and enhance the engineering and CAD program. The faculty member will assist with the development of student learning outcomes and assessment strategies and will participate in college service and student advisement. The faculty member is committed to inclusive excellence and diversity, and continuous professional improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and teach courses in Engineering and CAD, including, but not limited to, introductory to engineering, DC/AC circuit theory, material balances, introduction to digital logic, PCB layout, medical instrumentation, 3D modeling, and Engineering design.
Participate in ongoing curriculum review, assessment, and development.
Develop instructional material consistent with course, program, and institutional student learning outcomes
Develop and apply instructional methods that engage a diverse student body of varying learning styles and abilities, and promote critical thinking and other employability skills
Develop and apply assessment strategies that maximize the learning process and effectively measure student learning outcomes
Work collaboratively with colleagues to recruit and retain students and assist in community and industry outreach
Supplement instruction with new classroom technologies
Embrace the dynamic nature of engineering and engineering technology, remain current with industry trends and needs, and incorporate that knowledge into the curriculum
Utilize high-impact practices such as learning communities, capstone courses, undergraduate research, service learning, and collaborative projects as part of pedagogical practices.
Support and foster a culture of civic learning and community engagement.
Participate in division and college committees and activities on all MCC campuses
Provide student advising
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:

Master's Degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field, or Bachelor's Degree in a related field with equivalent industry experience.
Programing knowledge in C++, Python, MATLAB.
Proficiency in DC/AC circuits, digital logic, PCB, and layout.
Minimum 2 years' experience as an engineer, preferably electrical discipline
Successful teaching or training experience, preferably at the post-secondary level.
Commitment to integrate real-life applications with electrical design and engineering, and to include employability skills into the curriculum.
Commitment to continuous professional improvement.
Ability to apply innovative instructional approaches, in order to achieve stated course objectives and student learning outcomes.
Ability to collaborate with faculty from different disciplines and different academic institutions.
Proven ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge in some of the following engineering programs: SolidWorks, AutoCAD 2D and 3D, Revit, and PCB.
Experience developing academic programs, courses, and curriculum.
Successful teaching at a community college.
Experience with a variety of instructional methods, and willingness to develop and implement online courses.
Student advising experience.
Experience using high-impact practices such as learning communities, capstone courses, undergraduate research, service learning, and collaborative projects as part of pedagogical practices.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, and learning communities.
Bilingual skills.
Additional Information:

Please note, the faculty rank of Assistant Professor may be subject to change in accordance with Article XVII of the MCCC Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Salary Range: $72,338 is the starting salary for Column H under the MCCC 2024 Salary grid for an Assistant professor rank, actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:

High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Location: Bedford campus with occasional travel to Lowell as needed

Expected Start Date: January 2025

Application Deadline: November 6, 2024

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

Cover Letter
Resume
Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
Pre-Employment Requirements:

The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.

Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.mass.edu.

Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3549 or careers@middlesex.mass.edu.