Terre Haute, Indiana
Posted: 08-Mar-23
Location: Terre Haute, Indiana
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THE PLACE: Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has established itself as one of the nation’s top undergraduate engineering, science and mathematics colleges. The scenic campus in west-central Indiana is home to 2,100 students with a passion for STEM and learning. Rose is consistently listed among the best colleges and universities in the country, including a No. 1 ranking by U.S. News & World Report as the Best Undergraduate Engineering Program for 21 years running. Our teaching-focused mission is to provide our students with the world’s best undergraduate science, engineering and mathematics education in an environment of individual attention and support.
THE POSITION: The Chemical Engineering Department at Rose-Hulman invites applications for a full-time visiting faculty position at a rank commensurate with experience with an anticipated start date of August 2023. The department offers a B.S. in Chemical Engineering which is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. We are looking for applicants with a strong commitment to undergraduate engineering education, including hands-on laboratory instruction.
Requirements include a doctorate or near completion in chemical engineering or closely related field. We are looking for candidates from all areas of chemical engineering who embrace the mission and vision of Rose-Hulman to join our collegial team of 11 faculty. The department and the institute place a high value on engaging students from traditionally underrepresented groups, and candidates from these groups are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates who can further broaden and enhance the educational experience of our students, especially with prior industrial experience, are also encouraged to apply.
The essential job responsibility is classroom and laboratory teaching of two to three courses per ten week quarter for the 2023-2024 academic year. Applicants should submit a CV/resume, cover letter, statement of teaching that describes your teaching philosophy and pursuit of excellence in undergraduate teaching and a separate statement demonstrating your commitment to diversity and inclusion via https://jobs.rose-hulman.edu.
Additional information about Rose-Hulman’s Chemical Engineering department is available at https://www.rose-hulman.edu/che. Detailed information is available from Kimberly Henthorn, Head of Chemical Engineering, henthorn@rose-hulman.edu, (812) 877-8812. Review of applications will begin on March 24, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
THE PERKS: Located on the banks of the Wabash River and conveniently located within driving distance of seven major cities, Terre Haute is a vibrant community with a revitalized downtown, museums, parks, four higher ed institutions, a rich historical past, and a dynamic food, music and arts scene. Rose-Hulman’s serene and safe campus located on the east side of town was recently designated a Tree Campus with more than 1,200 trees on its 250-acre main location. Your successes are celebrated here in a welcoming, supportive and flexible environment with a number of benefits and resources including:
- A variety of health benefit options
- Access to full-service fitness facilities and programming
- A performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions
- Access to state-of-the-art labs, facilities and equipment
- Opportunities to have an impact on student lives and be part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary project collaboration that can have a global impact
Applications: Only online applications/resumes will be accepted at: https://jobs.rose-hulman.edu
EEO/AA
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. It is the Institute’s policy to treat all employees and applicants equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences, and other employment standards. Rose-Hulman will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission on the basis of race, religion, sex, pregnancy, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Human Resources.