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The Department of Engineering Education (EEd) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida (UF) is soliciting applications for a full-time, twelve-month, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Master Lecturer (working title Assistant/Associate/Full Instructional Professor) in the areas of computer programming and artificial intelligence with connected technical expertise in either mechanical engineering, electrical & computer engineering, or civil engineering. Although the anticipated hiring rank is Lecturer/Instructional Assistant Professor, senior levels will be considered based upon experience. If you are passionate about shaping the next generation of engineers and possess a proven track record in academia and industry, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
EEd advances the study, practice, and innovation of engineering learning across the entire learner lifespan using evidence-based, interdisciplinary approaches to improve engineering learning, performance, motivation, and long-term success. Additional information can be found on our webpage at: Home Page - Department of Engineering Education
Duties and Responsibilities: Duties and responsibilities for the successful candidate include teaching, updating, and developing undergraduate and graduate engineering courses, and may include both online and face‐to‐face instruction. Research in support of teaching is expected. In addition, there may be other service and teaching activities at the local, state, and national level, as well as at the university level, as directed by the department chair. Teaching assignments will be made according to background and experience and will be six to eight sections per year based on mutual agreement.
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The ideal candidate will have experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses and will demonstrate a strong understanding of advanced programming areas, including modern machine learning and deep learning methods (e.g., MATLAB and Python) Expertise in one or more of the following areas is preferred: mechanical engineering, electrical & computer engineering, or civil engineering. The successful candidate will be able to effectively communicate complex concepts to undergraduate and graduate students, foster a collaborative learning environment, and remain current with developments in their field. Experience or demonstrated interest in engineering education research is expected; certification, training, or comparable experience in engineering education research is considered a plus.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
The search committee will begin reviewing applications on February 23, 2026, and will continue to review applications until the position is filled. You must apply by submitting an application through UFCareers via https://jobs.ufl.edu/. (Job 538575) The application consists of attached PDF files of the following required documents: 1. Cover letter (summary, introduction related to hiring emphasis areas) 2. Curriculum vitae (including a 1-page CV highlights) 3. Names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. Additional documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the “other documents” selection in the application. 4. A personal teaching statement describing the applicant’s teaching experience and interests. 5. A personal research program vision statement detailing short-and long-term goals. 6. A vision statement for EEd detailing short-and long-term goals (identify any synergies with personal research program). (Items 4, 5 and 6 must be less than 5 total pages combined and in the same file). The anticipated start date for this position is August 20, 2026. For further questions, please contact Dr. Lilianny Virgüez, Search Committee Chair at lilianny.virguez@ufl.edu.
The University of Florida (UF) is the flagship campus of the State of Florida university system and is consistently ranked among the nation’s top public universities. UF is home to HiPerGator, the fastest AI supercomputer in higher education, and the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering is undergoing a major expansion in faculty, research, and facilities with a strong focus on artificial intelligence. In Fall 2023, UF opened Malachowsky Hall for Data Science & Information Technology, a 260,000-square-foot facility that serves as the hub for AI.
For more information about college initiatives, visit eng.ufl.edu
Additional Requirements
- The selected candidate must provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Transcripts marked “Issued to Student” will not be considered official.
- Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
Additional Information
The University and College count among its greatest strengths a community of faculty, students and staff who support a culture of respect and dignity where learning and research thrive.
- If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD).
- Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
- All searches are conducted in accordance with Florida’s Sunshine Law.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer.
This position is 'Open until Filled'. Review of applications will begin when a suitable candidate pool is established.
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