LECTURER

Master’s Degree in an appropriate field

The Engineering Leadership Institute (ELI) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida is soliciting applications for a part-time (.50FTE), twelve-month, time-limited, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Lecturer (working title Assistant Instructional Professor). ELI is seeking someone to support its mission of preparing engineering students for leadership roles in society. This position plays a key role in the delivery and development of curriculum and programming that foster leadership skills among undergraduate and graduate engineering students.

The Mission of the UF Engineering Leadership Institute as an integral part of the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering is to focus on creating principle-based, character-focused, and creative leaders that bring critical, value-added perspectives to all leadership roles in society.  The Engineering Leadership Institute supports the University of Florida in being at the national forefront of transforming the way that engineers impact society through their leadership.  As the central source of education and training in leadership, the Engineering Leadership Institute provides a critical part in the College's goals of achieving excellence through interdisciplinary research, education and fostering a culture of leadership throughout the faculty, students and staff.  https://www.eng.ufl.edu/leadership/

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, teach, and assess courses related to engineering leadership and other relevant topics.
• Design new instructional content and enhance existing course materials.
• Collect and report data related to curriculum delivery to meet Florida Board of Governors and national accreditation requirements.
• Prepare materials and data reports for ELI Advisory Board meetings.
• Support operational functions including creating course sections, monitoring registration and enrollment, and assisting with event planning.
• Collaborate on initiatives to engage current students and alumni, including surveys, programming, and special events.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience

Master’s Degree in an appropriate field

• Demonstrated experience effectively teaching leadership or related courses, preferably within engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in student engagement activities, including creating and leading student organizations, training teaching assistants, and outreach to alumni.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High emotional intelligence and a collaborative mindset.
• Commitment to professional integrity, continuous learning, and team-based work.
• Experience teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Familiarity with curriculum development and educational assessment processes.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately, with the first full committee screening occurring on December 2, 2025, and will continue to review applications until the position is filled. You must apply by submitting an application through UFCareers via https://jobs.ufl.edu/ (Job 537908). The application consists of attached PDF files of the following required documents: 1. Cover letter 2. Curriculum vitae 3. Names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. Additional documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the “other documents” selection in the application. The anticipated start date for this position is December 19, 2025. For further questions, please contact William McElroy, mcelrowj@eng.ufl.edu.

The University of Florida (UF) is the flagship campus of the State of Florida university system and is consistently ranked among the nation’s top public universities. UF is home to HiPerGator, the fastest AI supercomputer in higher education, and the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering is undergoing a major expansion in faculty, research, and facilities with a strong focus on artificial intelligence. In Fall 2023, UF opened Malachowsky Hall for Data Science & Information Technology, a 260,000-square-foot facility that serves as the hub for AI.

For more information about college initiatives, visit eng.ufl.edu

Additional Requirements

• The selected candidate must provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Transcripts marked “Issued to Student” will not be considered official.
• Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Additional Information

The University and College count among its greatest strengths a community of faculty, students and staff who support a culture of respect and dignity where learning and research thrive.

• If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD).
• Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
• All searches are conducted in accordance with Florida’s Sunshine Law.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position.