Professor of Practice

Job No: 522023

Work Type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Engineering

Department: 19010605 - EG-FL APPLIED RESEARCH ENTRPS

Job Description

Classification Title:

Professor of Practice

Job Description:

The Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida invites applications for a 12-month, time-limited, non-tenure track, full-time, Professor of Practice in the Florida Applied Research in Engineering (FLARE) Unit. Initial appointment is for one year, and annual reappointment is expected based on availability and performance.

FLARE focuses on proprietary, applied, and classified research in partnership with faculty and student talent. FLARE is seeking non-tenure-track (NTT) subject matter expert (SME) program area leads to develop the strategy, talent, research, and education activities in one or more of the following focus areas: -Networked and Collaborative Systems -S&T Munitions and Manufacturing -Software Enabled Functionality -Full Spectrum Digital Engineering -Advanced Sensors & Info Processing

Other areas in aerospace engineering, material science, intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) or computational science will be considered if a mature and active history of applied and classified research and development can be demonstrated.

Expected Salary:

Salary to commensurate with education and experience.

Minimum Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: A Master's Degree in one or more focus area disciplines and 10+ years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications: A Ph.D. in one or more focus area disciplines and with experience in pursuing, capturing, and leading complex, multidisciplinary applied and classified research.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in successfully shaping vision for, winning, and executing large research efforts (multimillion annually) in collaboration with industry, government, academia, and small businesses partners. Due to the nature of the anticipated research (Department of Defense, Department of Energy, NASA, etc.), applicants must currently possess or be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance as well as have an ability to maintain the Secret clearance requirements.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position was originally posted under Interfolio Requisition #39888. This position has been reposted. Previous applicants need not reapply.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled. All applications must be submitted through UFCareers at: https://jobs.ufl.edu/. (Please see Job Requisition #522023). Complete applications must include the following files in PDF format: (1) cover letter ( summary, introduction related to hiring emphasis areas ); (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. Additional supplemental material should be uploaded as one PDF to the “other documents” selection in the application. Applicant should also indicate whether they possess or are able to obtain a United States security clearance. For additional questions, contact Richard Vigeant at rvigeant@ufl.edu.

Selected candidates will be required to provide an official transcript upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Background searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

The University of Florida is committed to nondiscrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Health Assessment Required: No

Applications Close: Open until filled

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/522023/professor-of-practice

Our Commitment:

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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