Assistant/Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Marian University of Indiana in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description:

Position Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering

Job Description:

As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, the E.S. Witchger School of Engineering at Marian University located in Indianapolis seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in biomedical engineering starting in January 2023. We invite applicants in all fields related to biomedical engineering including, but not limited to, biomechanics, rehabilitation engineering, bioinstrumentation, medical imaging, and biomaterials.


Preference will be given to applicants showing a dedication to student learning and the ability to develop a productive research program. The successful candidate will promote Marian University's Catholic mission and identity by fostering student learning through innovative pedagogy, inclusive practices, and contributions to a research across the curriculum model that integrates authentic, novel research projects into introductory courses for majors. The E.S. Witchger School of Engineering at Marian University is a collaborative and growing academic community committed to fostering student engagement, problem solving, and communication. Marian University believes that to grow stronger it is essential to recruit and retain a diverse faculty to build an inclusive community. Thus, we welcome and encourage applications across the intersections of diverse races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, socio-economic backgrounds, political perspectives, cultures, and national origins.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values, honoring the legacy of the founding congregation, promoting unity in diversity, and integrating the Catholic Franciscan intellectual traditions in courses, programs, and services.


• Teach up to 12 credit hours per semester in engineering. Course releases may be available for those participating in research, developing innovative pedagogy, or other duties.


• Demonstrate academic excellence, the potential for distinctive contributions to the holistic development of students and help advance the mission and values of the university.


• Engage students in research, scholarship and other professional activities.


• Mentor and advise students through academic advising, clubs, research and internship opportunities.


• Participate in the life of the campus including participation in faculty governance and co-curricular programs within the engineering school and across the university.


• Contribute to curriculum development and assessment within the department.

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and commitment to the mission and strategic vision of Marian University.


• A Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or closely related field. Demonstrated potential for excellence and innovation in student-centered instruction of students of varying abilities at the university level.


• Demonstrated interest in science teaching pedagogy, curriculum and program development.


• Experience with online teaching is preferred.


• Potential for ongoing research, publication and activity in professional associations.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues of diverse backgrounds.

Review of applications will begin September 15th, 2022 and will remain open until the position is filled. Applications require a cover letter, current CV, teaching statement, research statement, contact information for 3 professional references, and responses to supplemental mission questions. Information requests should be sent to
WitchgerEngineering@marian.edu.


Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications:

Please Review Marian University's Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:












https://www.marian.edu/faith

Posting Number:

P038F

Number of Vacancies:

1

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please Review Marian University's Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:








https://www.marian.edu/faith

Advertising Summary:

Marian University is a Catholic, comprehensive, regional institution of higher education dedicated to excellent teaching and learning in the Franciscan and liberal arts traditions and offers a multitude of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. U.S. News ranks Marian University as a top 30 regional Midwest university and top 5 in Best Value and Most Innovative university. Marian University has experienced significant growth over the last decade and is expanding its academic offerings. The E.S. Witchger School of Engineering is Marian University's latest bold endeavor with our inaugural engineering class starting in Fall 2022 and a new engineering building set to open in Fall 2023. Prospective faculty are invited to join this exciting venture.


Indianapolis, the state capital and most-populous city in Indiana, is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city offering numerous cultural, dining and sporting activities. Indianapolis has been named Time Magazine's "World's Greatest Places 2021" and regularly tops Money Magazine's list of "Best Places to Live."

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