Description
University of West Alabama: Academic Affairs: Engineering and Technology
Location
Open Date
Apr 21, 2026
Description
The University of West Alabama (UWA) invites qualified applicants to apply for the tenure-track faculty position for the Computer Engineering Technology degree program in the Division of Engineering Technology (ET).
- Teach a regular on-campus load of 4 courses per semester in the Division of Engineering Technology.
- Fulfill other faculty responsibilities, including student advisement, student recruitment, student retention, scholarly research, grant writing, creative projects, research, and participation in University and community service.
- Serve on College and University committees, as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chairperson or Dean.
- Willingness to collaborate and thrive in a team-oriented academic environment.
Qualifications
Required:
- Ph.D. in Computer Engineering Technology, Computer Science Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or a closely related field from accredited programs.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching courses in Microprocessors, Programming, Operating systems, Network Maintenance, Network Administration, Cyber Security, Database management, IoT, Project Management, Occupational Safety, Electrical Circuits (AC/DC), Solid State Electronics, Programmable Logic Controls (PLC’s), etc
- Commitment to excellence in teaching and student learning.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Skills required for collaborative curricular decision-making and advising students.
- Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and administration.
- Ability and willingness to work with students pursuing degrees in the Division of Engineering Technology.
- Evidence of relevant professional/industry experience.
Desired:
- Terminal Degree in a closely related field from an accredited institution(ABDs will be considered)
- Demonstrated effectiveness in applying technology and hands-on learning to teaching.
- Evidence of scholarly activity or research.
- Minimum of three years of successful teaching and advising experience in higher education.
- Minimum of three or more years of professional field experience in the discipline.
Before hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation, including information obtained from social media and other internet sources.
Application Instructions
To Apply: When you select Apply Now, you will be prompted to provide the following:
- Cover Letter.
- A current résumé.
- Transcripts of all college work. Unofficial transcripts will suffice for application. Official transcripts must be submitted immediately upon employment.
- Email and phone number of three professional references; reference letters may be requested later.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of West Alabama does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, hearing status, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability (including perceived disability), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any grievance process on campus, with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or other human rights agencies.
AA/EO Employer.
Minority applications encouraged.
