Posting Detail Information Working TitleInstructor/Assistant/Associate/Teaching Professor Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number202400312F Proposed Annual Salary RangeInstructor – $75,000-90,000; Assistant - $85,000-100,000; Associate - $100,000-110,000; Professor - $110,000-$120,000,commensurate with experience and qualifications Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Position TypeFaculty Work Hours/Week40 Description of Work Unit Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities. The Walter Scott Jr. College of Engineering ( WSCOE ) at Colorado State University is a dynamic and diverse college comprising approximately 170 faculty, 300 postdoctoral scholars and research scientists, 95 academic and administrative staff, 2,500 undergraduate students, and 1,050 graduate students. The College is home to four academic departments serving both graduate and undergraduate students, two departments with graduate-only programs, two interdisciplinary degree-granting programs, and a federal cooperative research institute. WSCOE prides itself on its “hands-on” experiential approach to engineering education, offering extensive laboratory and team-based coursework alongside research opportunities. A significant focus is placed on the success of undergraduate students, particularly in supporting those from underrepresented or underprepared academic backgrounds. The Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering ( WSCOE ) is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that values the diverse experiences of its staff and faculty. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to innovate, educate, and address complex global challenges. At WSCOE , we actively seek to uplift the voices of individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, creating opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and meaningful collaboration. Through mentorship programs, inclusive hiring practices, and a culture that prioritizes equity and belonging, we strive to build a community where every individual feels respected, empowered, and supported in their contributions to our collective mission of excellence in engineering education, research, and service. Tenure/Tenure Track?No % Research0-20 % Teaching70-80 % Service20 % Administration0 To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on12/02/2024 Number of Vacancies5 Desired Start Date07/01/2025 Position End Date Position Summary The Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering at Colorado State University invites dynamic and innovative educators to apply for full-time, career line faculty positions within our new common first-year engineering program. These positions are designed to empower students from all engineering disciplines as they embark on their academic journey. Faculty hired through this search will have an affiliated appointment in one of our traditional engineering departments (Mechanical, Electrical and Computer, Chemical and Biological, Biomedical, or Civil and Environmental Engineering), but will primarily teach foundational courses in the first-year curriculum, including courses in engineering fundamentals and engineering for grand challenges. Instructors in the common experience program will play a critical role in shaping the academic experience for first-year students, fostering a sense of community, and ensuring their early success in engineering. The ideal candidates will bring enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching, a passion for innovation in engineering education, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. While the primary responsibility will be teaching in the common first-year program, there will be opportunities to teach other courses in their area of expertise within the affiliated department. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a newly launched, forward-thinking program that prepares students to tackle real-world challenges. Our faculty will not only teach but will actively engage in curriculum development, mentorship, and fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Join us in creating an innovative and student-centered approach to engineering education that ensures the success of the next generation of engineers. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Required Job Qualifications Instructor: + MS in an engineering discipline or other relevant field. + A commitment to supporting students with historically marginalized identities through culturally responsive pedagogy, mentorship, and advising Assistant Professor: + PhD in an engineering discipline or other relevant field. + A commitment to supporting students with historically marginalized identities through culturally responsive pedagogy, mentorship, and advising. Associate Professor: + PhD in an engineering discipline. + 5+ years of teaching experience in an academic setting. + Demonstrated leadership in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Full Professor: + PhD in an engineering discipline. + Proven track record of excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and mentorship in an academic setting. + Demonstrated history of leadership in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within educational environments. + Significant contributions to research or teaching in their field with a national or international reputation for scholarly work. Preferred Job Qualifications + Experience developing curriculum with socially/culturally relevant topics (real world applications to engineering), universal design for learning, and experience designing inclusive syllabi. + Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate students and their success through mentoring, engagement with high-impact practices (e.g., undergraduate research, learning communities), and/or involvement with student groups. + Demonstrated commitment to supporting students with historically marginalized identities. + Evidence of culturally responsive pedagogy, mentorship and advising including tailored support for marginalized students, commitment for universal design for learning, active allyship and advocacy, and/or commitment to personal/professional growth. Special Instructions to Applicants Posting will remain open until filled, however for full consideration, applicants should submit the following materials by 11:59 PM ( MST ) on December 2, 2024. + Cover letter:Indicate your interest in the position and explain how you meet the required qualifications as well as any preferred qualifications you possess. The letter may also include relevant context about your background that you wish to highlight beyond what is covered in the other materials. + Curriculum Vitae:A comprehensive CV highlighting your professional achievements, research, teaching, and service + Teaching Statement:Describe your teaching philosophy, including your approach to developing and delivering educational materials, mentoring students, and creating an engaging and supportive classroom environment. For those seeking consideration at the Instructor or Assistant Professor level, focus on your potential to make an impact in the classroom and your commitment to supporting student success. For those applying at the Associate or Full Professor level, highlight your experience, leadership in education, and any contributions to advancing the academic community. Provide examples that reflect your ability to create positive learning experiences for a diverse range of students. + References:Contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) . Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Per the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, salary ranges are posted for each individual position. In addition to a competitive salary, Colorado State University providesgender-neutral paid parental leave (https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/leave/parental-leave/) ;housing assistance programs (https://hr.colostate.edu/employee-housing-programs/) ;dual career (https://provost.colostate.edu/dual-career/) andrelocation (https://hr.colostate.edu/moving-expenses-procedures/) assistance; support forteaching (https://tilt.colostate.edu/) ,research (https://www.research.colostate.edu/rao/) , andprofessional development (https://training.colostate.edu/) . Search ContactLaurel Donahue, laurel.donahue@colostate.edu Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryInstruction/advising/mentoring Duty/Responsibility + Teach foundational courses in first-year program + Curriculum development + Mentoring/advising first-year students Percentage Of Time70-80 Job Duty CategoryService Duty/Responsibility + Engage in departmental service activities + Serve on college or university committees Percentage Of Time20 Job Duty CategoryResearch Duty/Responsibility + Conduct and publish high-impact research in engineering education or an area of technical expertise, maintaining a national or international scholarly reputation + Lead interdisciplinary research efforts and collaborate with colleagues to secure external funding Percentage Of Time0-20 References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Curriculum Vitae + Statement of Teaching Philosophy Optional Documents