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College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

COLLEGE OF ARTS, HUMANITIES, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

PART-TIME POSITIONS

Announcement of Adjunct Position in the Department of Music

Part-time, as needed

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for adjunct positions within the Department of Music. Specifically, positions are available in Applied piano, voice, organ, and strings as well as music theory/ear-training, music technology, music literature and appreciation, and world music. These positions are part-time faculty positions, hired on an as needed basis. Compensation is based on a standard university scale according to the number of credit hours being taught. Primary responsibilities include instruction based on the given student learning objective for the course, designing and implementing quality assessments, and grading students on their ability to master the learning objectives.

Qualifications:

Minimum requirements include a Master’s degree in Music or Music Education, or similar. Previous experience as an instructor is preferred.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, three professional references (including name, title, email address, and phone number), and unofficial transcripts.

If you are selected as a candidate for consideration by the department/committee, your references will be asked to submit a reference letter on your behalf, and you will be asked to provide official transcripts.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

For questions or concerns, please contact Kailey Burkhardt at knl0005@uah.edu.

College of Business

No Vacant Positions

College of Education

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION PART-TIME POSITIONS

Project DIAL Part-Time Instructional Position

Part-time, as needed

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for part-time positions within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. These positions are part-time faculty positions and will be specifically aligned with instructional and training needs under Project DIAL. Project DIAL is funded through a National Professional Development grant under the U.S. Department of Education. Information about the project, which focuses on supporting current P-12 educators who are serving ELs, is available here.

Primary responsibilities include designing instructional modules based on specific learning objectives, designing and implementing quality assessments, and evaluating participants on their ability to master learning objectives.

Compensation is based on a standard department scale.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements include a Master’s degree and/or certification in ESOL or a related field.

Experience as a P-12 educator in both ESOL and a content area is preferred.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, contact information for two professional references (including name, title, email address, and phone number), and unofficial transcripts to Laura Bowden at dial@uah.edu.

If you are selected as a candidate for consideration by the department/ committee, your references will be asked to submit a reference letter on your behalf, and you will be asked to provide official transcripts.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/ females/veterans/disabled.

For questions or concerns, please contact Laura Bowen at dial@uah.edu.

Announcement of Adjunct Position in the Department of Kinesiology

Part-time, as needed

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for adjunct positions within the Department of Kinesiology. Specifically, positions are available within the Exercise Science, Sport and Fitness Management, and Physical Education Educator Preparation programs. These positions are part-time faculty positions. Persons hired in adjunct positions typically teach 3-6 hours of course work (1-2 classes), on an as needed basis. Compensation is based on a standard university scale according to the number of credit hours being taught. Primary responsibilities include instruction based on the given student learning objective for the course, designing and implementing quality assessments, and grading students on their ability to master the learning objectives.

Qualifications:

Minimum requirements include a Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Sports Management, Physical Education, or a related field. Previous experience as an instructor is preferred.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, three professional references (including name, title, email address, and phone number), and official transcripts.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/ females/veterans/disabled.

For questions or concerns, please contact Rae Gill at rae.gill@uah.edu.

Announcement of Adjunct Position in the Applied Behavior Analysis Master's Program

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

The College of Education at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a part-time instructor in our applied behavior analysis master’s program. The candidate will teach online ABA courses in our 5th edition Verified Course Sequence (VCS). Candidates must have a doctoral degree and an active BCBA certification. Preferred qualifications include previous teaching experience, BACB supervision experience, and previous experience with the Canvas learning platform.

Courses are offered in the evenings.

Minimum Qualifications:

Part-time instructors teaching graduate level courses must have a doctoral degree in behavior analysis, psychology, special education or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Part-time instructors teaching graduate level ABA courses must also be a current Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

Applications:

Interested applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to:

The University of Alabama in Huntsville
College of Education
Department of Curriculum & Instruction
Attn: Marcie Meeves
301 Sparkman Drive NW, ROB 323
Huntsville, AL 35899

Marcie.meeves@uah.edu

*Please note: digital submissions via e‐mail are preferred over mailed submissions.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

College of Engineering

Announcement of Tenure-Track Position in Industrial and Systems Engineering

College of Engineering

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUIREMENTS: The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Engineering Management (ISEEM) at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a start date in August of 2023 in the area of Systems Engineering. Candidates with exceptional qualifications in teaching, research, and service can be considered for higher appointments. Duties include research, teaching, and service with a focus on interdisciplinary research. We are looking for strong candidates with a solid methodological background in broad areas of systems engineering with a general focus on the design and development of complex engineered systems. Potential areas of interest include but are not limited to: Systems Design, Digital Engineering, Model-Based Systems Engineering, Social Systems, Systems Theory, Architecture, Artificial Intelligence Systems, Resilient Systems, Decision Making in Systems Engineering, and Integration, Verification, & Validation.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Alabama in Huntsville is a comprehensive university offering academic and research programs in the colleges of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering; Nursing; and Science. The university has over 9,000 students coming from 49 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, as well as from 48 countries. UAH received the highest research activity rating, “R1 – Very high research activity”, in the current update of the Carnegie Classification of Institutes of Higher Education. The University of Alabama in Huntsville is adjacent to Cummings Research Park, which houses nearly 300 companies and 29,000 employees involved in technology research and development, making it the second-largest research park in the U.S. and fourth largest in the world. It is also in close proximity to Redstone Arsenal, which is home to more than 75 federal agencies, including the U.S. Army Materiel Command, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency’s Missile and Space Intelligence Center, and a new $1B FBI campus. Within this environment, nearly 75% of UAH graduates remain in north Alabama upon graduation. For more information about UAH, see www.uah.edu/about.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The College of Engineering is comprised of five departments and has the largest enrollment of the university’s five academic colleges. The research focus in the college includes three of several National Academy of Engineering (NAE) grand challenge problems - secure cyberspace; restore and improve urban infrastructure; and engineer tools of scientific discovery.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Industrial and Systems Engineering and Engineering Management (ISEEM) Department offers BSIE, MSE, MSOR, and Ph.D. degrees. The Department has an ABET-accredited undergraduate program in Industrial and Systems Engineering. Our faculty currently consists of six tenure-track/tenured members, one clinical member, and one lecturer. Our student body includes approximately 150 undergraduate and 180 graduate students. Our faculty’s research interests include complex systems engineering and design, systems science, model-based systems engineering, incorporation of end-user models and simulations in systems, design preference communication in systems engineering, quality systems design and assessment, lean manufacturing, health systems, additive manufacturing, engineering management, applied statistics, and artificial intelligence/critiquing systems. In 2021, the department had over $4 million in research expenditures. Rapid growth in faculty, students, and research funding is intended in this field given the large engineering and scientific workforce of the NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, the Redstone Arsenal, Cummings Research Park, and other area industries.

ABOUT HUNTSVILLE: The Huntsville area is a culturally diverse community and maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast. U.S. News recently ranked Huntsville as the best place to live in 2022-2023 among the 150 most populous metro areas in the country. Known as “Rocket City,” Huntsville has a major presence of technology, space, and defense industries, which allows the city to offer a variety of educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities. Huntsville is the most populous city in Alabama, with a metropolitan area population of more than 400,000 and growing. Huntsville’s Cummings Research Park is the country’s second largest research and technology park, housing nearly 300 companies and 29,000 employees involved in technology research and development. Huntsville has a high concentration of Ph.Ds., engineers, and STEM workers, and is recognized as a leading technology city with a rapidly expanding and diverse corporate ecosystem rich in innovation. Huntsville boasts a number of museums, historic sites, parks, and professional sports venues, including Huntsville Museum of Art, Burritt Museum and Park, EarlyWorks Children’s Museum, Alabama Constitution Village, Huntsville Botanical Garden, Monte Sano State Park, the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Minor League Baseball’s Toyota Field, and Propst Arena for professional hockey. Active downtown and mid-city arts and entertainment districts, including Broadway and symphony performances and a new outdoor amphitheater music venue, contribute to Huntsville’s vibrant cultural life. For more information about Huntsville and its convenient location with easy access to Nashville, Birmingham, and Atlanta, please visit http://www.huntsville.org.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 17, 2023

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Applicant qualifications should include: (a) a Ph.D. in engineering or related field; (b) evidence of capability to establish a successful externally funded research program; (c) a strong commitment to teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in a research university; (d) interest in working in a cross-disciplinary team environment across multiple academic and research units; (e) have an interest in performing university and professional service. An ability to obtain security clearance would be beneficial. Work or research experience in the defense and aerospace industries or a background in systems modeling and analysis is also desirable.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Application material (in pdf format) including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, summary of current research interests (1-2 pages), teaching philosophy (1-2 pages), a brief statement on how you would contribute towards creating an inclusive environment consistent with UAH’s core values (1 page), and the names of three references, should be sent to sefsearch@uah.edu. Please refer to log number 23-24-266.

Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.

UAH mandates that all employees maintain compliance with current federal regulations

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/ females/ veterans/ disabled.

Announcement of Tenure-Track Position in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

College of Engineering

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for one or more tenure-track Assistant-Professor positions. The positions will be in Aerospace Engineering including low-speed experimental aerodynamics and other aerospace-related areas. Exceptionally qualified applicants may be considered for appointment at higher ranks. Applicants should have an earned Ph.D. degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field. Applicants for the Aerospace Engineering position who have or may apply for a US security clearance are preferred. We seek candidates who can inspire and lead funded research scholarship, enable student success at both the undergraduate and graduate levels through teaching and mentoring, and contribute proactively to university and professional service while contributing to the diversity of the UAH academic community.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:

The University of Alabama in Huntsville, classified as a Very High Research Activity institution, offers academic and research programs in the Colleges of Engineering, Science, Nursing, Business, Education, Professional and Continuing Studies, and Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences. Huntsville maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast. It is a national center of aerospace and high technology research. The Huntsville area is also home to more than 50 Fortune 500 companies, the Hudson Alpha Institute for Biotechnology, and several federal research facilities including NASA Marshall Space Flight Center and the Army’s Missile Defense Agency, Materiel Command, Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation & Missile Center, and Space and Missile Defense Command. New manufacturing facilities include those owned by Blue Origin, GE Aviation, Toyota, and Mazda.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

The College of Engineering is comprised of five departments and has the largest enrollment of the university’s five academic colleges. The College enrolls 35% of UAH’s undergraduates in ABET‐accredited programs in aerospace, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, industrial and systems, and mechanical engineering. The college research focus includes three of several National Academy of Engineering (NAE) grand challenge problems - secure cyberspace; restore and improve urban infrastructure; and engineer tools of scientific discovery.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Department offers BS degrees in Mechanical Engineering and in Aerospace Engineering, and an MS and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Systems Engineering. Our faculty is comprised of 19 tenure-track/tenured members and 6 full-time non-tenure-track members. Our undergraduate student body is comprised of approximately 780 aerospace engineering students and 650 mechanical engineering students. We have over 230 graduate students in both disciplines. Our faculty’s research interests include materials for aerospace applications and for energy storage, gas turbine heat transfer, electrochemical energy conversion and storage, design and control of unmanned systems, applications of smart materials, and computational fluid dynamics applied to low-speed combustion and fire applications, fluid-structure interactions, high-speed aerodynamics and advanced manufacturing processes. In addition to its nationally known educational and research activities in rocket propulsion, the Department is engaged in a wide range of research activities currently funded by NSF, DOD, NASA, DOE, USDA, the State of Alabama, and several corporate sponsors.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE:

Application material (in pdf format) including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information (including name, address, email address and phone numbers) for at least three references, separate statements of research plans and teaching interests and a brief statement, not to exceed one page, describing how you would contribute to creating an inclusive environment, consistent with UAH’s core values should be sent to maesearch@uah.edu. Please refer to log number: 23-24-258.

Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and the search will remain open until the positions are filled. A starting date as early as the beginning of the Spring 2023 term is possible; however, start dates in the Summer 2023 and Fall 2023 are also anticipated. Attendance in new-faculty orientation sessions prior to the first class day of the starting term is required.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

Consistent with our core values of integrity, respect, diligence, excellence, inclusiveness, and diversity, the University strongly encourages applications from members of all under-represented groups.

An offer of employment at the University is contingent upon the results of a criminal background check. UAH mandates that all employees maintain compliance with current federal regulations.

College of Nursing

Announcement of Director, Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program

College of Nursing

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

ABOUT THE POSITION: The UAH College of Nursing (UAH CON) is seeking a full-time director for the proposed Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) program. The director must be eligible for the rank of Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor. The position requires a mixture of administrative and teaching duties. This is a 12-month position, with reappointment in two years, based on performance, availability of funding, and receiving accreditation.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must hold a doctoral degree (DNP, DNAP, or Ph.D., or equivalent), an unencumbered license as a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) in Alabama, and at least five years of CRNA practice. Candidates must have experience in program development, evaluation, and accreditation. Competence in educational principles and techniques used in higher education classrooms, laboratories, and clinical settings; knowledge of the profession, including practice issues, procedures, and regulations, is required. Candidates must be proficient communicators and problem solvers to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community. Candidates must have skills in goal setting and team building; analytical and organizational skills to plan, implement, and evaluate program activities; independent initiative. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: The full-time Program Director has responsibility and authority for the overall administration and implementation of the Nurse Anesthesia (NA) Program in accordance with the requirement and policies of the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, the University and the clinical affiliates. We seek candidates who will contribute to the College of Nursing's mission, vision, and core values, including diversity, equity, and inclusion. In the faculty role, the director is expected to engage in active teaching and learning strategies, i.e., flipped classroom and unfolding case studies, and use Canvas, UAH’s Learning Management System, for all courses. The director is expected to teach using best practices, advise students to guide and retain them at UAH, maintain an active program of scholarship/research to contribute to nursing science and the translation of research evidence into practice, maintain their nursing practice to stay current, build community partnerships, participate on college and university committees, and chair DNP projects or Ph.D. dissertations, as appropriate.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The College offers pre-licensure BSN, accelerated BSN, ADN to BSN, ADN to MSN, MSN tracks in nursing administration, education, and nurse practitioner tracks in family and adult-gerontological acute care, post-graduate certificates, and DNP programs. The College of Nursing also offers a Joint Nursing Science Ph.D. program with the University of Alabama. The College's total fall 2022 enrollment was just under 1,000 students across the degree programs. Extensive distance education programs are offered. The College of Nursing currently cooperates with more than 1300 sites for clinical education. All programs provide opportunities to make a difference in healthcare delivery, teaching, and evidence-based practice or research. More information about the college is found at https://www.uah.edu/nursing.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Alabama in Huntsville is a comprehensive university offering academic and research programs in the colleges of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering; Nursing; and Science. The university has over 9,000 students from 49 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, as well as from 48 countries. UAH received the highest research activity rating, “R1 – Very high research activity”, in the current update of the Carnegie Classification of Institutes of Higher Education. The University of Alabama in Huntsville is adjacent to Cummings Research Park, which houses nearly 300 companies and 29,000 employees involved in technology research and development, making it the second-largest research park in the U.S. and the fourth largest globally. It is also near Redstone Arsenal, which is home to more than 75 federal agencies, including the U.S. Army Materiel Command, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency’s Missile and Space Intelligence Center, and a new $1B FBI campus. Within this environment, nearly 75% of UAH graduates remain in north Alabama upon graduation. For more information about UAH, see www.uah.edu/about.

ABOUT HUNTSVILLE: The Huntsville area is a culturally diverse community with a metropolitan area population of more than 400,000 and growing, making it the most populous city in Alabama. It also maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast. Known as the “Rocket City,” Huntsville has a significant presence of technology, space, and defense industries, allowing the city to offer various educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities. Huntsville has a high concentration of Ph.Ds., engineers, and STEM workers and is recognized as a leading technology city with a rapidly expanding and diverse corporate ecosystem rich in innovation.

Huntsville boasts several museums, historic sites, parks, and professional sports venues, including Huntsville Museum of Art, Burritt Museum and Park, EarlyWorks Children’s Museum, Alabama Constitution Village, Huntsville Botanical Garden, Monte Sano State Park, the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Minor League Baseball’s Toyota Field, and Propst Arena for professional hockey. In addition, active downtown and mid-city arts and entertainment districts, including Broadway and symphony performances and a new outdoor amphitheater music venue, contribute to Huntsville’s vibrant cultural life. For more information about Huntsville and its convenient location with easy access to Nashville, Birmingham, and Atlanta, please visit www.huntsville.org. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Huntsville as the best place to live in 2022-2023 among the 150 most populous metro areas in the country.

APPLICATION PROCESS: The position will remain open until filled. Applications are being processed as received. If interested, please send a cover letter of interest, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, and three (3) letters of reference to Dr. Sheila Gentry/Chair, Faculty Search Committee, UAH, College of Nursing, NB 334, 256-824-2436, sheila.gentry@uah.edu. Please refer to log number 23-24-476.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer/minorities/females/veterans/disabled. UAH mandates that all employees maintain compliance with current federal regulations.

Announcement of Clinical Instructor, Clinical Assistant, or Associate Professor

College of Nursing

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Position available: The College of Nursing is seeking a Full Time Clinical position at the rank of Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor. The Clinical Track position is a 9-month position with a focus on adult health and maternal child.

Requirements: A doctoral degree is preferred, preferably in nursing, but candidates must hold a master’s degree in nursing. Additional requirements include approval to practice as a registered nurse in Alabama as well as relevant clinical experience. Faculty are expected to engage in active teaching and learning strategies, i.e., flipped classroom, unfolding case studies, and be knowledgeable of Canvas (UAH’s Learning Management System for all courses).

Responsibilities: Faculty are expected to contribute to the mission, vision, and core values of the College of Nursing by teaching in accordance with best practices, advising students to guide and retain them at UAH, maintaining an active program of scholarship/research to contribute to nursing science and to the translation of research evidence into practice, maintaining own nursing practice to stay current and building community partnerships, participating on college and university committees, and participating in DNP projects.

The College of Nursing: The College of Nursing offers a traditional BSN, Accelerated BSN, Dual ADN/BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, DNP, and Ph.D. programs, which are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The College's total fall 2021 enrollment was 1,108, with 651 undergraduate and 457 graduate students. The College of Nursing currently cooperates with more than 1000 sites for clinical education. All programs provide opportunities to make a difference in healthcare delivery, teaching, and research.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville: The University of Alabama in Huntsville is a comprehensive university offering academic and research programs in the colleges of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering; Nursing; and Science. The university has over 9,000 students from 49 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, as well as from 48 countries. UAH received the highest research activity rating, “R1 – Very high research activity”, in the current update of the Carnegie Classification of Institutes of Higher Education. The University of Alabama in Huntsville is adjacent to Cummings Research Park, which houses nearly 300 companies and 29,000 employees involved in technology research and development, making it the second-largest research park in the U.S. and fourth largest in the world. It is also in close proximity to Redstone Arsenal, which is home to more than 75 federal agencies, including the U.S. Army Materiel Command, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency’s Missile and Space Intelligence Center, and a new $1B FBI campus. Within this environment, nearly 75% of UAH graduates remain in north Alabama upon graduation. For more information about UAH, see www.uah.edu/about.

The Community: U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Huntsville as the best place to live in 2022-2023 among the 150 most populous metro areas in the country. The Huntsville area is a culturally diverse community with a metropolitan area population of more than 400,000 and growing, making it the most populous city in Alabama. It also maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast. Known as the “Rocket City,” Huntsville has a significant presence of technology, space, and defense industries, allowing the city to offer various educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities. Huntsville has a high concentration of PhDs., engineers, and STEM workers and is recognized as a leading technology city with a rapidly expanding and diverse corporate ecosystem rich in innovation. Huntsville boasts several museums, historic sites, parks, and professional sports venues, including Huntsville Museum of Art, Burritt Museum and Park, EarlyWorks Children’s Museum, Alabama Constitution Village, Huntsville Botanical Garden, Monte Sano State Park, the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Minor League Baseball’s Toyota Field, and Propst Arena for professional hockey. Vibrant downtown and mid-city arts and entertainment districts, including Broadway and symphony performances and a new outdoor amphitheater music venue, contribute to Huntsville’s vibrant cultural life. For more information about Huntsville and its convenient location with easy access to Nashville, Birmingham, and Atlanta, please visit www.huntsville.org.

Application Procedure and Deadline: The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated appointment date is Fall 2023. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and three (3) letters of reference. Digital submissions may be sent via e-mail to: sheila.gentry@uah.edu. Please direct any questions about the position to Sheila Gentry, Ed.D., RN/Chair, Faculty Search Committee, UAH, College of Nursing, NB 334, 256-824-2436. Please refer to log number 23/24-477.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Announcement of Full-Time Tenure Track Position

College of Nursing

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Position available: The College of Nursing is seeking a Full Time Tenure Track position at rank of
Assistant /Associate Professor or Professor. The Tenure Track position is a 9-month position with a focus on medical-surgical, psychiatric/mental health, maternal-child, community health, critical care, gerontology care, or an administrative, informatics or research focus.

Requirements: A doctoral degree (Ph.D. preferred) is required, preferably in nursing. A beginning program of research and scholarship befitting the rank of Assistant Professor or an established program of research consistent with the rank of Associate Professor or Professor is required. Faculty must demonstrate competency in contemporary teaching/learning strategies including, but not limited to, active learning techniques, flipped classroom strategies, simulation, clinical judgment strategies, and online learning.

Responsibilities: Contributing to the mission, vision, and core values of the College of Nursing by teaching in accordance to best practices, advising students to guide and retain them at UAH, maintaining an active program of scholarship/research to contribute to nursing science and to the translation of research evidence into practice, maintaining own nursing practice to stay current and building community partnerships, participating on college and university committees, and chairing DNP projects and/or Ph.D. dissertations.

The College of Nursing: The College of Nursing offers a traditional BSN, Accelerated BSN, Dual ADN/BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, DNP and PhD programs, which are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The College's total fall 2021 enrollment was 1,108 students with 651 undergraduate students and 457 graduate students. The College of Nursing currently cooperates with more than 1000 sites for clinical education. All programs provide opportunities to make a difference in healthcare delivery, teaching and research.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville: The University of Alabama in Huntsville is a comprehensive university offering academic and research programs in the colleges of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering; Nursing; and Science. The university has over 9,000 students coming from 49 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, as well as from 48 countries. UAH received the highest research activity rating, “R1 – Very high research activity”, in the current update of the Carnegie Classification of Institutes of Higher Education. The University of Alabama in Huntsville is adjacent to Cummings Research Park, which houses nearly 300 companies and 29,000 employees involved in technology research and development, making it the second largest research park in the U.S. and fourth largest in the world. It is also in close proximity to Redstone Arsenal, which is home to more than 75 federal agencies, including the U.S. Army Materiel Command, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency’s Missile and Space Intelligence Center, and a new $1B FBI campus. Within this environment, nearly 75% of UAH graduates remain in north Alabama upon graduation. For more information about UAH, see www.uah.edu/about.

The Community: U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Huntsville as the best place to live in 2022-2023 among the 150 most populous metro areas in the country. The Huntsville area is a culturally diverse community with a metropolitan area population of more than 400,000 and growing, making it the most populous city in Alabama. It also maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast. Known as the “Rocket City,” Huntsville has a major presence of technology, space, and defense industries, which allows the city to offer a variety of educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities. Huntsville has a high concentration of Ph.Ds., engineers, and STEM workers, and is recognized as a leading technology city with a rapidly expanding and diverse corporate ecosystem rich in innovation. Huntsville boasts a number of museums, historic sites, parks, and professional sports venues, including Huntsville Museum of Art, Burritt Museum and Park, EarlyWorks Children’s Museum, Alabama Constitution Village, Huntsville Botanical Garden, Monte Sano State Park, the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Minor League Baseball’s Toyota Field, and Probst Arena for professional hockey. Active downtown and mid-city arts and entertainment districts, including Broadway and symphony performances and a new outdoor amphitheater music venue, contribute to Huntsville’s vibrant cultural life. For more information about Huntsville and its convenient location with easy access to Nashville, Birmingham, and Atlanta, please visit www.huntsville.org.

The position will remain open until filled. Applications are being processed as received. If interested, please send a cover letter of interest, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, and three (3) letters of reference including address, phone number, and email address to: Sheila Gentry Ed.D., RN/Chair, Faculty Search Committee, UAH, College of Nursing, NB 334, 256-824-2436, sheila.gentry@uah.edu. Please refer to log number: 23-24-473.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer/minorities/females/veterans/disabled. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Announcement of Full-Time Tenure Track Position

College of Nursing

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Position Available: Full-Time Tenure Track position at the rank of Assistant /Associate Professor. The Tenure Track position is a 9-month position.

Requirements: A doctoral degree (Ph.D. preferred) is required, preferably in nursing, but candidates must hold a master’s degree in nursing with a clinical focus on medical-surgical, psychiatric/mental health, maternal-child, community health, critical care, gerontology care, or an administrative informatics focus. A beginning program of research and scholarship befitting the rank of Assistant Professor or an established program of research consistent with the rank of Associate Professor is required. Faculty must demonstrate competency in contemporary teaching/learning strategies including, but not limited to, active learning techniques, flipped classroom strategies, simulation, clinical judgment strategies, and online learning.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville: The University, classified as a Very High Research Activity institution, offers academic and research programs in the Colleges of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering; Nursing; Professional Studies; and Science. It is co-located with Cummings Research Park, home to more than 50 Fortune 500 companies, the Hudson Alpha Institute for Biotechnology, and several federal research facilities, including NASA Marshall Space Flight Center and Redstone Arsenal. The University's Office of Research has ties to national and federal partners such as NIH, NSF as well as those industries already listed.

The Community: Huntsville maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast. Huntsville boasts and presents many opportunities for healthcare research and professional practice.

The position will remain open until filled. Applications are being processed as received. If interested, please send a cover letter of interest, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, and name of three (3) references including address, phone number, and email address to: Sheila Gentry Ed.D., RN/Chair, Faculty Search Committee, UAH, College of Nursing, NB 334, 256-824-2436, sheila.gentry@uah.edu. Please refer to log number 23-24-472.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

College of Science

Announcement of Lecturer

Computer Science

College of Science

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

ABOUT THE POSITION: The Department of Computer Science at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applicants for a non-tenure track faculty position with the rank of Lecturer beginning August 2023. Applicants must possess a M.S. degree in computer science or related field, while a Ph.D. is preferred. Evidence of effective teaching experience, excellent communication skills and strong interest in keeping abreast with the changing computer technology and curriculum is expected. The successful candidate will teach four computer science courses per semester during fall and spring. The ability to teach courses in one or more of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, discrete structures, algorithms, advanced programming, software engineering, or video games is preferred. The successful candidate will also serve as a faculty mentor to undergraduate students like other members of the computer science faculty.

The Computer Science department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Computer Science and contributes to interdisciplinary graduate degrees in cybersecurity and software engineering. The annual NSF Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) survey ranked UAH as #11 in federally-financed computer and information sciences research expenditures.

APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall, 2023

ABOUT HUNTSVILLE: Huntsville (known as “Rocket City”) maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast, and is a culturally diverse community. It is a national center of aerospace and high technology research and is home to NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center. U.S. News recently ranked Huntsville as the best place to live in 2022-2023 among the 150 most populous metro areas in the country. Huntsville offers a variety of educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE: Interested parties must submit a detailed resume with references to info@cs.uah.edu or Chair, Search Committee, Dept. of Computer Science, The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL 35899. Qualified female and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Initial review of applicants will begin as they are received and continue until a suitable candidate is found. The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/ females/ veterans/ disabled. Please refer to log number: Log 23-24-590

Announcement of Assistant Professor

Applied and Computational Mathematics

College of Science

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

ABOUT THE POSITION: The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in Applied and Computational Mathematics to begin in January 2024. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in mathematics, applied mathematics, computational science, or a closely related area completed by the appointment date. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate excellence in teaching and research. Those with expertise in computational biology, mathematical modeling, scientific computation, optimization, optimal control, and related areas are encouraged to apply.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers academic programs that lead to a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Mathematics and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Applied Mathematics. It has over 17 full-time faculty members whose expertise cover essential topics in applied mathematics. The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, advise undergraduate and graduate students, and engage in funded research.

APPOINTMENT DATE: January 2024

ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The UAH College of Science advances cutting-edge research and offers first-rate degree programs thanks to its distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Its location in Huntsville facilitates partnerships and collaborations with NASA, the U.S. Army, NOAA, the HudsonAlpha Institute of Biotechnology, and numerous other high-tech companies.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Alabama in Huntsville is a Very High Research Activity University that provides academic and research programs in the Colleges of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering, Nursing, and Science. Huntsville has one of the greatest per capita incomes and living standards in the Southeast. It houses NASA's Marshall Space Flight Hub and is a national aerospace and high-technology research center. Huntsville and surrounding communities present many opportunities for healthcare research and professional practice.

ABOUT HUNTSVILLE: Huntsville is nicknamed “The Rocket City” for its close history with U.S. space missions. It is the center of rocket-propulsion research in the United States, primarily because the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) and NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center are located near Redstone Arsenal. Huntsville is also home to many space, defense, and other high-technology companies, most of which are in Cummings Research Park, adjacent to the UAH campus and the second-largest research park in the nation.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE: To apply for the position, please submit the following required application materials through Mathjobs’ website (www.mathjobs.org) no later than July 31, 2023, and refer to log number: 23-24-589.

1) Cover letter

2) Curriculum vitae

3) Research statement

4) Teaching statement

5) Transcripts

6) Three reference letters

A formal review of the applications will begin on August 1, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

UAH mandates that all employees maintain compliance with current federal regulations.

Announcement of Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical Instructor

Engineering Technology

College of Science

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

POSITION AVAILABLE: The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor or Clinical Instructor position to assist with undergraduate course development and instruction for online and hybrid courses in the area of Engineering Technology. This is a 9-month clinical position with optional summer teaching opportunities.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 15, 2023 or until the position is filled.

JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUIREMENTS: The incumbent will work closely with the program leadership to develop and promote this new academic area. The individual will contribute to the mission, vision, and core values of the College by teaching in accordance with best practices and ABET accreditation requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Terminal degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or a related field, preferably with 18 hours of graduate-level courses in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, and/or Civil Engineering for Clinical Assistant Professor position.
Or Master’s degree in Engineering Technology or a related field for Clinical Instructor position.
Knowledge of best practices for teaching, advising, and mentoring.
Commitment to ongoing professional development to maintain currency in the field; and
Experience in designing/facilitating online and blended delivery courses.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Two or more years teaching experience in a higher education environment.
Knowledge and experience collaborating with community colleges, veteran organizations, and/or government/industry on educational partnerships and/or scholarship opportunities.
Relevant Engineering Industry experience.
PE license.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

Teaching undergraduate Engineering Technology courses;
Developing quality online and hybrid curriculum;
Assisting with the coordination and oversight of part-time ET faculty;
Providing leadership and commitment to build and maintain high-quality degree programs;
Advising and mentoring students;
Collaborating with colleagues to conduct program and course planning and revisions;
Attending meetings, training sessions, and recruitment opportunities; and
Providing service to the University, College, and Profession as applicable.

APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall 2023.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Engineering Technology is a new program at the University of Alabama in Huntsville that is growing quickly. The program provides an academic environment that supports both first-year college students and students returning to UAH to continue their education and expand their career options. To meet the academic and logistical needs of our students, the department offers both in person and online courses with all courses offered either online or in evening time slots. The program is positioned to pivot to help meet current industry needs and standards and support student success.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), classified as a Very High Research Activity Institution, offers academic and research programs in the Colleges of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Nursing, Professional Studies, and Science. Huntsville maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast, with military, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing and a variety of emerging specialties providing a diverse range of government and private industry opportunities.

ABOUT HUNTSVILLE: Huntsville is nicknamed “The Rocket City” for its close history with U.S. space missions. It is the center of rocket-propulsion research in the United States, primarily because the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) and NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center are located near Redstone Arsenal. Huntsville is also home to many spaces, defense, and other high-technology companies, most of which are in Cummings Research Park, adjacent to the UAH campus and the second-largest research park in the nation.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply for the position, please submit the following required application materials electronically no later than April 15, 2023:

1) Cover letter
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Teaching statement
4) Transcripts
5) Three reference letters

to the Search Committee through:

Dr. Alisa Henrie, Program Director
c/o Carmellia Bradford
The University of Alabama in Huntsville
e-mail: ceb0015@uah.edu

Please refer to the log number: 23-24-587.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

Announcement of Assistant Professor

Space Physicist

Department of Space Science

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

ABOUT THE POSITION: The Department of Space Science is seeking an outstanding scientist and teacher to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in the field of heliophysics. This position will complement a National Science Foundation Established Program in Support of Competitive Research (EPSCoR) grant that was previously awarded to UAH. Within the general field of low temperature plasma physics, areas of particular interest to the Department include solar and interplanetary physics, especially research that supports the new Parker Solar Probe, Solar Orbiter, IMAP, and HelioSwarm missions in which the Department is engaged, particularly in the areas of coronal and solar wind physics including heating processes, turbulence, particle transport and energization (including pickup ion physics), and related space weather research. The ideal candidate will complement existing strengths within the Department while expanding significantly research capabilities and competencies. We are seeking someone who uses theory, and/or modeling, and observations to address these areas of interest. The successful candidate will teach in accordance with a typical teaching load in the Department, will develop at least two new advanced graduate level courses reflecting their research expertise, and will support and mentor graduate students pursuing MSc and PhD degrees and undergraduate students in summer programs. It is expected that the successful candidate will have a PhD or equivalent degree in a field appropriate to the job description above and will have and pursue independent research funding.

APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall 2023

College of Science students enjoy the benefits of a research-intensive institution in a medium-sized university, including a 16:1 student-to-professor ratio and numerous research, leadership, and co-op/internship opportunities. The vibrant UAH campus, diverse student population, and academic and social organizations provide an enriching and cross-disciplinary student life experience. USA Today, Princeton Review, Consumers Digest, and Payscale have ranked UAH as a top educational value.

UAH is a recognized leader in space research, and the Department of Space Science was created to develop a corresponding academic program with a national ranking.

The Department is a graduate program exclusively, offering an MS or PhD degree in Space Science, although we also teach an undergraduate class in space science for the UAH Honors College. Our students develop a broad spectrum of skills, including computational science, data analysis, analytic theory, and even space instrumentation development. Our graduates work at NASA centers, national labs, universities in the US and abroad, and private industry.

The department enjoys close collaborations with the Center for Space Plasma and Aeronomic Research (CSPAR) and NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. We run several summer schools and an NSF Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) program.

Created in September 2013, the Department of Space Science is the newest department in the College of Science at UAH. Our principal areas of expertise are solar and heliospheric physics and high energy astrophysics.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Alabama in Huntsville, classified as a Very High Research Activity institution, offers academic and research programs in the Colleges of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering; Nursing; Professional Studies; and Science. Huntsville maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast. It is a national center of aerospace and high technology research and is home to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. Huntsville and surrounding communities present many opportunities for healthcare research and professional practice.

ABOUT HUNTSVILLE: Huntsville is A Smart Place to live, work, and raise a family. Years ago, Huntsville played a major role in sending man to the moon. We continue with advancements in military and space – we are home to a thriving military base, Redstone Arsenal, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, and the state’s top tourist destination, the US Space & Rocket Center!

Huntsville and Madison County offer a high quality of life, good schools, high paying jobs, and excellent medical care. We have the mountains in our backyard with plenty of hiking, fishing, and outdoor fun, and if you want to head down to the beach, it’s just a six-hour drive.

It’s true what you hear about Southern hospitality, too. You’ll find great neighbors! In 2018, US News & World Report named Huntsville the #7 Best Place to Live in the country. In addition, Forbes has named Huntsville one of the Top 20 Leading Metros for Business, and Kiplinger’s Personal Finance has named Huntsville one of the country’s Top 10 Cities for Raising Families.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE: Applicants must submit a complete CV, a list of publications, a list of awarded research grants, a research statement, a teaching statement, and arrange to have three letters of reference sent to the SPA Space Physics Faculty Search Committee 2023, Department of Space Science, Cramer Research Hall, 320 Sparkman Drive, Huntsville, AL 35899 or by email to pittsa@uah.edu with the header Faculty Space Physics Search Committee 2023. Applications will remain open until position is filled.

Inquiries regarding the position or the procedure for application can be directed to Prof. Gary Zank and Ms. Antonia Pitts, respectively. Please refer to log number: 23-24-586.

UAH mandates that all employees maintain compliance with current federal regulations.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

COLLEGE OF SCIENCE PART-TIME POSITIONS

Announcement of Part-Time Lecturer in Atmospheric and Earth Science

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), classified as a High Research Activity institution, offers academic and research programs in the Colleges of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering, Nursing, Professional and Continuing Studies, and Science. Huntsville maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast U.S., and is a city in the midst of rapid growth. It is a national center of aerospace and high technology research and is home to the Redstone Arsenal Army facilities and NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. Huntsville and surrounding communities present many opportunities for healthcare research and professional practice.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The UAH College of Science advances cutting-edge research and offers first-rate degree programs thanks to our distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Our location in Huntsville facilitates partnerships and collaborations with NASA, the U.S. Army, NOAA/National Weather Service, the HudsonAlpha Institute of Biotechnology, and the numerous high-tech companies located in Cummings Research Park, the second largest research park in the country. College of Science students enjoy the benefits of a research-intensive institution in a medium-sized university, including a 19:1 student-to-professor ratio and including numerous research, leadership, and co-op/internship opportunities. The vibrant UAH campus, diverse student population, and academic and social organizations provide an enriching and cross-disciplinary student life experience. And UAH has been ranked as a top educational value by USA Today, Princeton Review, Consumers Digest, and Payscale.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: One primary objective of the Atmospheric and Earth Science (AES) Department is to meet important national, regional, and statewide needs for highly technically educated professionals who understand the Atmosphere-Earth as a system. The AES Department also strives to produce graduates who will be able to perform a variety of functions in research centers and industry centered in our impact on the Atmosphere-Earth system. Atmospheric and Earth System Science BS and MS graduates demonstrate the ability to deal quantitatively with real-world problems, integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines to scientifically address Atmosphere-Earth system issues quantitatively, work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams, and successfully carry out research projects to completion. AES PhD students gain knowledge by conducting hands-on research cutting-edge, and become leaders and educators within their discipline to address the research challenges through innovative solutions.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications accepted until position(s) filled.

JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUIREMENTS: The AES Department at UAH is seeking Part-time Lecturers to teach two undergraduate-graduate level courses in the Spring 2022 semester in our Earth System Science degree program. The focus of one course is on environmental threats as related to policy decision making, while the other class teaches the use of the Python programming language in the Geographical Information System (GIS) mapping and data analysis tool. The course curriculum for both classes is already developed, yet updates to the Python programming component of one class will likely be required given ongoing developments in that computer programming language. Typical enrollments in each class are 15-20 students. The prior instructors for both classes will be available to assist a new Part-time Lecturer on teaching and updating the curriculum content. Master’s Degree or PhD. Prior experience in Earth Science (related to teaching the policy making class), GIS/remote sensing and Python programming (related to teaching the Python-GIS course) is required. Prior teaching experience is highly desired. The courses descriptions are:

(a) Environmental Threats, Public Policy, & Decision Making: Semester Hours: 3. Researchers, policymakers, and environmental campaigners have identified twenty-five potential future threats to the global environment. This course examines the nature and consequences of these threats and their potential impacts for the survival of the human race.

(b) Python for GIS Applications: Semester Hours: 3. Introduction to GIS model building, Python programming, and automation of scripts for ArcGIS. Techniques in Model Builder, Python, and the methods for automation will be taught using data from numerous available data sources across the internet with heavy emphasis on the Earth Sciences.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: If interested in joining the AES Department as a Part-time Lecturer for these classes, please provide a curriculum vitae (CV) plus cover letter detailing your prior teaching experiences, your expertise related to a course, and your enthusiasm for teaching, to the AES Department Chair (aes-chair@uah.edu). Please send the CV and cover letter application as a single PDF formatted file. The AES Department would entertain hiring one Part-time Lecturer to teach both classes for an optimal candidate, which would be double compensated by the stipend.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

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Dean of the Honors College

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) seeks an innovative and visionary leader for its next Dean of the Honors College. The Dean will provide leadership and be an advocate and spokesperson for the college, working effectively with students, staff, faculty, campus leadership, and external stakeholders to advance the Honors College. The Dean of the Honors College reports to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs.

As chief academic and executive officer of the Honors College, the Dean’s primary responsibility is to carry out the mission of the university and the Honors College. The Dean leads the college by providing a challenging and nurturing learning environment for Honors students through the use of innovative pedagogy, interdisciplinary curricula, and effective advising. The Dean chairs the Honors Council, which is the advisory body on matters pertinent to the program and guiding general policy and direction for the program. Other duties and responsibilities of the Dean include:

Shaping the incoming Honors cohort by attracting and admitting a diverse group of high-achieving students;
Maximizing the number of admitted Honors students that reach the Honors Diploma;
Working with Housing, Student Life, Student Success Center, and the Honors Student leadership team to create a vibrant and supportive community of Honors Students both inside and outside of the Honors residence hall;
Engaging with alumni, fellow deans, and other internal and external stakeholders to advance the goals of the Honors College and the University;
Recruiting Honors Faculty Fellows to enhance and support curriculum and programming; supervising the college’s office and support personnel;
Promoting creative, interdisciplinary courses with innovative pedagogical approaches;
Managing the college’s budget and scholarship endowment; and
Engaging in fundraising efforts to advance the college.

Qualifications: Candidates for the position must hold a terminal degree and have academic and scholarly accomplishments meriting appointment to the rank of professor with tenure in one of the university’s academic colleges. The successful candidate will have a record of progressive leadership with demonstrated experience in honors pedagogy and honors programing, experience with advancement activities and building community partnerships, and a history of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates should review the following categories in their cover letter: administrative; curriculum development; Honors student recruitment, engagement, and support; community and alumni outreach; advancement; and cross-college collaboration.

About the College: The University of Alabama in Huntsville Honors College delivers an intimate and innovative college experience at a public university price and blends a traditional emphasis on arts and sciences, critical thinking, and communication skills with a practical, career-oriented education. It offers small, inspiring classes and unparalleled research and career networking opportunities in one of the fastest-growing high tech cities in the U.S. The college strongly emphasizes the connections between community and academic success. About 10% of UAH undergraduates participate in the Honors College for a rolling average enrollment of about 850 students from all colleges at UAH. The Honors students are advised in their academic colleges in collaboration with the Honors College to create a compelling curriculum. Top graduate school placements and prestigious national awards (Goldwater, NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, etc.) show that UAH Honors students are highly sought after graduation. Residential spaces and honors offices are located in Frank Franz Hall, the Honors freshman residence hall.

About the University: The University of Alabama in Huntsville has a broad offering of academic and research programs in the colleges of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering; Nursing; and Science. The university has over 9,000 students coming from 49 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, as well as from 48 countries. UAH holds the highest research activity rating, “R1 – Very high research activity”, in the current update of the Carnegie Classification of Institutes of Higher Education. UAH is adjacent to Cummings Research Park, which houses nearly 300 companies and 29,000 employees involved in technology research and development, making it the second largest research park in the U.S. and fourth largest in the world. It is also in close proximity to Redstone Arsenal, which is home to more than 75 federal agencies, including the U.S. Army Materiel Command, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency’s Missile and Space Intelligence Center, and a new $1billion FBI campus. Within this environment, 76% of UAH graduates remain in north Alabama upon graduation. For more information about UAH, see www.uah.edu/about.

About Huntsville: The Huntsville area is a culturally diverse community with a metropolitan area population of more than 400,000 and growing, making it the most populous city in Alabama. It also maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast. Known as the “Rocket City,” Huntsville has a major presence of technology, space, and defense industries, which allows the city to offer a variety of educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities. Huntsville has a high concentration of Ph.Ds., engineers, and STEM workers, and is recognized as a leading technology city with a rapidly expanding and diverse corporate ecosystem rich in innovation. Huntsville boasts a number of museums, historic sites, parks, and professional sports venues, including Huntsville Museum of Art, Burritt Museum and Park, EarlyWorks Children’s Museum, Alabama Constitution Village, Huntsville Botanical Garden, Monte Sano State Park, the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Minor League Baseball’s Toyota Field, and Propst Arena for professional hockey. Active downtown and mid-city arts and entertainment districts, including Broadway and symphony performances and a new outdoor amphitheater music venue, contribute to Huntsville’s vibrant cultural life. For more information about Huntsville and its convenient location with easy access to Nashville, Birmingham, and Atlanta, please visit www.huntsville.org. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Huntsville as the best place to live in 2022-2023 among the 150 most populous metro areas in the country.

Application Procedure: Applications should be a single pdf file containing: 1) a cover letter describing professional experience as it relates to the qualifications of the position; 2) a vision statement for the UAH Honors College or honors education; and 3) a curriculum vitae. Please submit the materials to Dr. Karen Frith (karen.frith@uah.edu). For full consideration, applications should be submitted by July 31, 2023, although applications will be accepted until the position is filled. There will be a 2-step interview process, and five reference letters will be requested for finalists. All letters are to be submitted directly by the individuals providing the reference, rather than the candidate. Please refer to log number 23-24-1002.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

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