Position Title Assistant Professor of Sustainable Technology
Tenure Status Tenure Track
Provide Rank Assistant Professor
Position Number 005261
Department Sustain Tech & Built Envir - 265300
Working Location (City, State) Boone, NC
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
Earned Doctorate in a related field of technology, science, or engineering required at the time of hire, or a Master’s degree in technology, science, or engineering with professional licensure at the time of hire may also be considered.
Areas Of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
The department especially seeks:
a demonstrated commitment to sustainability;
experience in the design, installation, commissioning, and/or performance testing of solar photovoltaic (PV) plus storage renewable energy systems;
university teaching experience;
an active research agenda, as demonstrated by journal publications, presentations, and/or external research funding; and
professional work experience or certifications in relevant industries.
License/Certification Required
See Minimum Qualifications.
Description Of The Department Or Unit
The Department of Sustainable Technology & the Built Environment ( STBE ) is in the College of Fine and Applied Arts. STBE has approximately 900 students and offers two undergraduate degrees: the B.S. in Building Sciences and the B.S. in Sustainable Technology.
The Department also offers the M.S. in Technology. The faculty exemplify a commitment to excellence in teaching and interdisciplinary research focused on renewable energy solutions; sustainable design and construction of healthy, high-performance buildings; and providing experiential learning opportunities. Our students have achieved notable successes in national and international competitions, including the American Solar Challenge / Formula Sun Grand Prix, USDOE Solar Decathlon, Solar Decathlon Europe, USEPA P3, USDOE Solar District Cup and USDOE EnergyTECH University Prize.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and/or graduate level courses related to sustainability and renewable energy technology.
Other responsibilities include expanding program contacts in the renewable energy industry, maintaining an active research agenda, participating in program and departmental service, advising students, and maintaining and enhancing teaching and research labs.
Type of Position Full Time Position
Appointment Type 1.0
Number Of Months Per Year 9
Physical Demands of Position
Typical physical demands of classroom and educational environments in a professional position at a university.
Description Of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls about 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.
Posting Details Information
Proposed Date of Hire 08/19/2024
Suggested Salary Range Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
ABD Consideration: ABD with reduction in rank and salary (see desc. below)
ABD Description
ABD with reduction in rank and salary: ABD will be considered for this position. Evidence of successful defense of the dissertation must be received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation of defense is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a new one-year fixed-term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor. The candidate’s salary will also be reduced to a lower rate commensurate with other full-time instructors in the same department. However, if degree verification is provided before the end of the one-year fixed-term contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of assistant professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.
No ABD consideration: Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University’s Job Board:
a cover letter, including brief statements of teaching philosophy, research interests and infrastructure needs, and commitment to sustainability;
Curriculum Vita;
unofficial copies of all graduate transcripts; and
names and contact information for at least three references.
UNC System Code (Section 610(2)) Special Faculty Hires
The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution.
Posting Date 10/12/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins 01/09/2024
Search Chair Name Brian Raichle
Search Chair Email raichlebw@appstate.edu
Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/42538
Posting Number FA00225P
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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