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Professional Practice Assistant Professor

UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY • Price, UT • 3d ago

Requisition ID: 2026-10347

of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT-Price

Category: Faculty

Position Type: Benefited Full-Time

Job Classification: Faculty

College: College of Engineering

Department: Dean-Engineering

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with education and experience, plus excellent benefits.

Overview

The College of Engineering at Utah State University seeks applicants for a full-time academic-year, (9-month) Professional Practice Faculty position to be based in Price, UT at the USU Eastern Campus. This is a teaching-focused, non-tenure-track faculty position expected to be filled at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, depending on qualifications and experience. The position will report to the Associate Dean for Academics and will be administratively housed in one of the college's departments (Biological Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, School of Computing) based on the candidate's educational and professional background.

This position plays a key role in the College's efforts to expand access to high-quality engineering education across the state and to support student success, particularly among place-bound and first-generation college students. The successful candidate will deliver engaging, student-centered instruction in first- and second-year courses such as statics, dynamics, introductory engineering, programming for engineers, basic electronics, and solid mechanics. The position will also help support the new Energy Engineering program that will be delivered statewide. Specific teaching assignments will be determined by the Associate Dean for Academics.

The faculty member will teach in a range of teaching delivery modalities including in-person, hybrid, connect, online, and virtual, and will work closely with faculty across multiple campuses to ensure consistency in curriculum, learning outcomes, and student experience. In addition to teaching, the position includes mentoring and advising undergraduate students, supporting their academic and professional development during the early stages of their engineering education.

We seek candidates with a strong cross-disciplinary background in engineering who are passionate about teaching, mentoring and effective communication. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated excellence in undergraduate instruction, a strong foundation in engineering fundamentals, and relevant professional experience that enhances their ability to connect theory to practice. The successful candidate is also expected to contribute to outreach and engagement efforts within the communities served by USU eastern that promote engineering pathways and support the mission of the College of Engineering across Utah.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on July 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Possible start dates, coinciding with USU's semester schedule, are August 2026 and January 2027.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate engineering courses with a primary focus on first- and second-year students, including foundational... For full info follow application link.

USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other st atus protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).

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