Posting Details

Posting Summary

Position Number


Classification Title
Endowed Professor/ Distinguished Scholar

Working Title
Patterson Endowed Professor/Distinguished Scholar

Division
Academic Affairs

Department/Unit
Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Technology

Section
Engineering Technology

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Engineering Technology is an academic unit in the School of Science, Aviation, Health, and Technology. The department offers students the Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology, Computer Science, and Mathematics. The purpose of the unit is to foster an environment that encourages students to become active participants in the process of learning by providing quality teaching, advising, and engagement in career explorations.

Description of Work

The primary purpose of the position is to provide innovative leadership in the area of Engineering Technology. The primary responsibilities of this position will be to facilitate collaborations between the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and secondary school education majors with an interest in STEM, emphasizing the engineering technology fields, and the recruitment and retention of mathematics and science teacher education majors. The professor will apply research -based best practices and cultivate long-term partnerships to stimulate and motivate the next generation of teachers, engineering, and technology professionals. The position will teach, develop, and assess courses.

Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position

An earned doctorate in engineering technology or related area with relevant professional experience.

Must have a minimum of 18 hours of graduate coursework in an engineering technology-related discipline, with a minimum of three years college level teaching.

Must have demonstrated ability to lead student research projects and incorporate experiential learning activities into courses.

Minimum Training and Experience

A Doctorate degree is required in Engineering Technology or related areas. May hire at the lower rank of Distinguished Scholar based on review of credentials. The individual selected for the Distinguished Professorship will be a published scholar in Engineering Technology. His/her presence on the faculty will provide intellectual depth while further strengthening the quality of teaching in the fulfillment of the university's mission of excellence in research and scholarly activities.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

Management Preferences

Position Recruitment Range

Position Category
Faculty

Position Status
Permanent Full Time

FLSA
Exempt

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
EHRA00616P

Job Open Date
08/21/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. • If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.

EHRA OSHR Statement

This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7791