DIRECTOR, FIRST-YEAR ENGINEERING AND SENIOR DESIGN PROGRAMS #00098504

College of Engineering and Computing

The College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) seeks a director to lead two high-visibility undergraduate initiatives that span the full arc of the engineering student experience: the college's required first-year introductory engineering course and a new interdisciplinary senior design program.

The Director will oversee the first-year introductory engineering course - a one-credit-hour course required for most first-year students in the college, enrolling nearly 1,000 students each fall semester. This includes coordinating instructional staff, ensuring consistent course delivery and assessment, and maintaining the course's role as students' foundational introduction to engineering.

The Director, in close partnership with academic departments across the college, will also build a new interdisciplinary senior design program and will launch and lead an annual senior design student expo that showcases student work and engages industry partners and other external stakeholders. This includes enhancing senior design and capstone activities college-wide through competitions, structured validation processes, business and market insight, and increased visibility for student work.

This position coordinates staff and faculty involvement across departments to ensure the success of these programs and serves as a contact for industry partners and external stakeholders who want to engage in these activities.

Key Responsibilities

First-Year Engineering Course

• Oversee day-to-day administration of the first-year introductory engineering course, including staffing, scheduling, and section coordination for an enrollment of nearly 1,000 students each fall semester
• Ensure consistency in course content, delivery, and assessment across sections and instructors
• Recruit, train, and supervise instructional staff (faculty, instructors, and/or teaching assistants) supporting the course
• Monitor course outcomes and use data to drive continuous improvement

Interdisciplinary Senior Design Program

• Work with academic departments to review current senior design practices, outcomes, and accreditation requirements
• Design and launch a new interdisciplinary senior design program in partnership with academic departments across the college
• Establish shared standards, structures, and support systems for senior design and capstone experiences college-wide
• Introduce competitions, structured validation processes (e.g., design reviews, testing/verification milestones), and business/market insight components to strengthen capstone outcomes
• Work with departments to coordinate faculty and staff across discipline areas to ensure smooth execution of interdisciplinary design teams

Senior Design Expo & External Engagement

• Plan and launch an annual senior design student expo showcasing capstone and senior design projects
• Serve as the primary point of contact for industry partners, sponsors, and other external stakeholders involved in senior design and the expo
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with industry to support project sponsorship, judging, mentorship, and recruitment opportunities
• Increase the visibility of senior design work internally and externally through the expo and other channels

General

• Coordinate closely with department chairs, faculty, and staff to align efforts
• Report regularly to the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education on program status, outcomes, and opportunities for improvement
  

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Doctoral degree in an engineering discipline
• Minimum of five years of academic experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated expertise in teaching, curricular development, and assessment
• Experience working with industry partners and project management
  

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $81,744-$124,904 annually.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 13
University Title: EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR
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Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for the position:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Contact information for four professional references
  

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

COLLEGE of ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC)
Missouri S&T's College of Engineering and Computing is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with master's and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic departments. The college recently added a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting in fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College of Engineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its career outcomes and ROI.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

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