Associate Dean of Engineering

Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely aligned engineering discipline.
• Teaching experience is required, along with experience managing multi-discipline courses and/or projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with faculty, staff and students.
• A committed believer in Jesus Christ and active in the life of the church.
• Committed to the primary mission of Lipscomb University: the integration of Christian faith and practice with academic excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Administrative
• Supervise staff and student workers associated with College-wide efforts
• Approve Expenditures for Machine Shop and Labs
• Assist in recruiting students
• Assist in promoting the College of Engineering
• Academics - Teaching is our primary mission:

o Effectively teach mechanical engineering courses in a wide variety Mechanical Engineering topics

o Coordinate curriculum changes across the disciplines, as well as other colleges/departments at the university.

o Contribute to efforts for continuous improvement of the program as defined by ABET

• Coordinate Networking and Professional Development for students
• Service is an integral part of the College of Engineering culture:

o Encourage and participate in engineering service projects (i.e. Engineering Missions)

• Participate in faculty committees and meetings
• Serve as advisor to student professional groups of competition teams.
• Scholarly Activity is encouraged and expected:
• Guide the development of instructional methods that reflect current best practices in engineering pedagogy
• Encourage faculty to seek opportunities to participate in funded research as relevant to the college's mission and culture (see above bullets)
• Provide support and guidance for the professional development of both faculty and students.

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