Industrial and Systems Engineering Faculty - Open Rank

Job Description Summary

Faculty are essential to Liberty University’s mission of Training Champions for Christ. It is expected that ‎‎‎‎‎‎a faculty member model a personal commitment to the goals and values of Liberty University, engage ‎‎‎‎‎‎in an active commitment to, and experience of, personal spiritual formation within a biblically informed ‎‎‎‎‎‎Christian worldview. Faculty should view their teaching, engagement with students, and scholarship as a ‎‎‎‎means to a significant educational ‎‎end. They should strive to employ a variety of techniques for the ‎‎‎‎development of good learning ‎‎conditions, view each student as a unique individual, and insofar as it is ‎‎‎‎possible, provide for individual ‎‎differences, abilities, and interests. ‎ **

Job Summary**

The School of Engineering at Liberty University invites applicants for a position at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Industrial and Systems Engineering. We’re looking for a dynamic industrial and systems engineer who will share his/her enthusiasm through research and excellent teaching. Areas of research interest include (but are not limited to): Model-based systems engineering; Systems design, integration, and architecting; System performance, analysis, improvement, and optimization; Systems modeling and simulation; Complex systems and socio-technological systems, and Data Analytics. Candidates in other areas may also be considered. Successful candidates will be expected to develop internationally-recognized, externally-funded, sustainable research programs and to make significant contributions to the department's teaching and service responsibilities.

The Liberty University School of Engineering (LUSE) comprises five departments (Civil, Computer, Electrical, Industrial and Systems, and Mechanical). The LUSE offers an ABET-accredited undergraduate program as well as graduate studies leading to M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. In addition, LUSE offers undergraduate, M.S., and Ph.D. distance learning programs as well as residential programs. The LUSE is growing as LU has invested in expanding the engineering program.

Located at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Liberty University is in beautiful central Virginia and boasts a campus with many buildings constructed within the last 15 years. Many industrial and technology companies are located within a 1.5-hour drive from campus, and Lynchburg is home to several large energy-related manufacturing companies. We are conveniently located between Blacksburg, Charlottesville, and Richmond, VA. The city of Lynchburg is home to a thriving business and arts center, with many opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in engineering or a related field, with a preference given to those applicants who have an earned Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering or Systems Engineering. Candidates are expected to have demonstrated the ability to conduct research at the highest level and to have a record of, or the promise for, outstanding teaching, supervision of students, and service to the LUSE. Applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and contact information for at least three professional references and a pastoral reference, and one-page summaries for each of their research, teaching, and service plans. Applicants must clearly indicate in the cover letter their area of interest. The online applicant site can be accessed by going to https://jobs.liberty.edu. The search committee will begin screening of applicants immediately and will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

Faculty members are expected to conduct state-of-the-art research, teach undergraduate and/or graduate level courses, and serve the LUSE. Faculty will also advise senior capstone courses as needed. Faculty will participate in the process of developing undergraduate engineering curriculum.

Potential applicants with questions may contact Dr. Diana J. Schwerha, Chair of Computer, Electrical, and Industrial and Systems Engineering at dschwerha@liberty.edu. **

Essential Functions And Responsibilities**

Faculty will participate in the process of developing undergraduate engineering curriculum. In this capacity, faculty members are expected to:

• Assist in curriculum review and development
• Develop syllabi and review textbooks for adoption
• Create projects designed to enhance lectures
• Develop laboratories to support the engineering curriculum
• Read and stay abreast of current topics in engineering
• Propose and develop new courses as determined appropriate by the faculty
• Advise undergraduate research project
• Assist in student chapter activities (IISE, ASSP)
• Actively participate in and support SACS and ABET accreditation preparation

In terms of graduate education, faculty members are expected to:

• Partake in graduate committees
• Garner funds for M.S./Ph.D. students
• Advise M.S./Ph.D. students
• Teach graduate level courses
• Propose and develop new courses as determined appropriate by the faculty

Faculty are required by the university to:

• Teach the contracted load
• Maintain office hours
• Mentor and advise students
• Keep timely records of grades, grade papers, and perform other administrative duties as needed

Faculty will perform other duties as assigned and actively participate in university assemblies and activities.

Applicants must demonstrate a personal faith commitment to the University's evangelical Christian purpose. **

Qualifications And Credentials**

Education and Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The candidate should hold a terminal degree in engineering or a related field.

In addition, a passion for teaching is expected for appointment to a faculty position. Successful candidates will be expected to conduct research, teach undergraduate classes, and contribute to the department's service mission.

Applicants must demonstrate a personal faith commitment to the University's evangelical Christian purpose.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference will be given to candidates having a Ph.D. degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering or Systems Engineering.

In addition, an exemplary record of scholarship, external research support, and teaching is expected for appointment to a faculty position.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Occasionally required to travel to campus locations
• Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office/classroom setting. It is well-lit, and the noise level is moderate.

Driving Requirements

Occasionally required to travel to campus locations

This job description is designed to provide an employee with a basic understanding of the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities entailed in the performance of his or her job with Liberty University (LU). It is not intended to be all-inclusive. This description does not constitute an employment contract, either expressed or implied. Employment with Liberty University is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or LU with or without advance notice for any reason or for no reason at all. Only the President and Chancellor is authorized to make changes to any LU policy. Job functions and responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of management. Efforts will be made to provide advanced notice of such changes whenever possible.

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