Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This non-tenure track 12-month position will primarily support the undergraduate Biological Engineering
program in the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department at the University of Arkansas. The
successful candidate will teach selected undergraduate and graduate Biological Engineering courses, provide
support in recruiting, and teaching other undergraduate courses, serve as a liaison with the Freshman
Engineering Program, advise undergraduates and assist with processes for ABET accreditation of the
undergraduate program. The successful candidate's teaching, research, extension and/or industry experience
should complement and enhance the existing biological engineering academic programs, curriculum and
department strengths in sustainable water, energy and food systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach 6 to 7 undergraduate and/or graduate Biological Engineering courses per year
- Advise undergraduate students
- Assist with assigned biological engineering design courses
- Develop new Biological Engineering courses and student learning experiences
- Assist with class field-trips and maintenance of teaching labs
- Facilitate undergraduate involvement in faculty research programs and/or internships
- Serve as a liaison with the Freshman Engineering Program and the College of Engineering to support
departmental recruiting efforts
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
- Background in Hydrology
- Ability to work in inter‐ and trans‐disciplinary teams
- Experience with computer software and modeling relevant to Biological Engineering academic programs
- Demonstrated record of effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Commitment to enhance the existing teaching program
- Willingness to recruit students for Biological Engineering and/or within the Freshman Engineering Program
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required – PhD in discipline such as biological, bio‐systems, agricultural, ecological, or environmental engineering or
closely related field
Preferred –BS degree from ABET or equivalent engineering program and experience in teaching, research, service,
extension and/or industry in the sustainable management of water, energy and food systems.
SALARY: Salary commensurate with qualifications
STARTING DATE: July 1, 2021 or as negotiated
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is selected. Interested candidates must apply online at the UA Human
Resources web site: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/job/Fayetteville/Teaching-Assistant-Professor---
Biological-and-Agricultural-Engineering---12-MONTH_R0002360 Application materials must be uploaded to the U of A's
employment system at jobs.uark.edu. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. A letter of application including a statement of accomplishments and qualifications, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the name, complete address, and telephone number of at least three references are required.
Recruitment Contact:
Dr. Lalit R. Verma, Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering
203 John A White, Jr. Engineering Hall, University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR 72701 E-mail: lverma@uark.edu
