Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Summary
The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) department of Michigan Technological University is seeking a dedicated and skilled Laboratory and Academic Specialist to manage and enhance our laboratory courses. This role is crucial for providing students with hands-on experience, maintaining cutting-edge equipment, and contributing to the development of our practical curriculum. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a passion for teaching and laboratory innovation.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties
* Design, develop, and implement new laboratory experiments and course materials for Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) laboratory courses, encompassing both on-campus and online/remote lab components, to ensure alignment with curriculum objectives and industry standards.
* Deliver engaging and practical instruction for multiple sections of ECE laboratory courses, guiding students through practical exercises and reinforcing theoretical concepts. This includes facilitating both in-person and remote lab experiences.
* Provide hands-on support and technical guidance to students during laboratory sessions, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting with experimental procedures, whether in a physical lab or a virtual/remote environment.
* Manage, maintain, and upgrade ECE laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and software to ensure optimal functionality, safety, and readiness for instructional use, including resources and platforms for online/remote lab delivery.
* Oversee inventory of laboratory supplies and components, initiating procurement as needed.
* Develop and enforce laboratory safety protocols and procedures for both on-campus and online/remote lab settings.
* Assist the department Chair and/or the curriculum committee in maintaining
documentation in support of college (ABET) and university (Higher Learning Council) accreditation activities and in the preparation of the associated self-study reports.
* Assess student performance in laboratory settings, providing constructive feedback on technical skills and understanding.
* Coordinate and administer the curriculum proposal process (binder process) with the department chair.
* Serve as liaison and host for prospective student inquiries and visits.
* Collaborate with ECE faculty to integrate laboratory activities with lecture content and contribute to continuous course improvement.
* Provide assistance with undergraduate advising activities as required.
* Develop and deliver departmental outreach activities.
* To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The required qualifications listed are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
* Other duties as assigned.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures
* Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
* Demonstrated experience in a laboratory setting, including equipment operation, maintenance, and experimental design for both physical and virtual/remote environments.
* Strong understanding of fundamental ECE concepts and practical applications.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively instruct and assist students in both on-campus and online formats.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Required Experience
One year of experience in industry or academia in an ECE-related position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
* Experience with standard ECE laboratory software (e.g., MATLAB, LTSpice, LabVIEW, FPGA design tools) and platforms for online lab delivery (e.g., virtual labs, remote access systems).
* Prior teaching or instructional experience at the university level, including experience with online or hybrid course delivery.
* Familiarity with curriculum development and assessment practices for both traditional and online lab courses.
* Experience with safety protocols and best practices in a laboratory environment.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
* Demonstrated ability to work with faculty members to develop and deliver course material in lectures, laboratories, and online.
* Demonstrated ability to succeed in recruitment activities, for example, summer youth programs.
* Demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality online course material.
* Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with people with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
* Employee Safety Overview
* Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
* Annual Data Security Training
* Annual Title IX Training
Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)
1.0
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Rate/Salary
The minimum salary for this position is $70,000 . Thefinal salary will depend on experience and qualifications.
Title of Position Supervisor
Department Chair
Posting Type
Internal & External
Dependent on Funding
No
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations... For full info follow application link.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
