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Job Postings

Assistant Professor-American University of Iraq – Baghdad (AUIB)

Date Posted: March 4, 2024
Position Number: AS9085
Hiring Supervisor: Provost
Job Type: Faculty
Employment Type: Full-Time

» Job Description

SUMMARY

The American University of Iraq – Baghdad (AUIB) is seeking two dynamic and experienced individuals to serve as the inaugural faculty for the College of Engineering at AUIB. The successful candidates will be responsible for teaching engineering and computer science classes, updating curriculum, recruiting students, establishing relationships with industry, and ensuing academic excellence is throughout the new AUIB College of Engineering. The two faculty will play a pivotal role in creating the “theory and practice” model of LTU to the AUIB College of Engineering.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The faculty reports to the Dean and is responsible for advancing the courses, programs, degrees & infrastructure for the COE at AUIB:

  • Teaches and develops undergraduate and graduate courses in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
  • Build sustainable and strong connections with faculty at LTU and ensure a smooth transition from AUIB to LTU.
  • Develops and sustains strong externally-funded research programs.
  • Advise undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Develop opportunities for exchange programs between LTU and AUIB particularly in the summer semesters.
  • Develop and Direct engineering and computer science projects.
  • Participate in professional and university service activities.
  • Keep regular office hours to provide easy access to students and fellow faculty.
  • Maintain current knowledge in field expertise.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
  • Develop and execute assessment procedures and process for the courses he/she teaches.
  • Support, maintain and advance all accreditation efforts.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Ph.D. in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering and Computer Science; more than 10 years related experience; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Strong written and oral communication skills in English. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Lawrence Technological University (LTU) conducts pre-employment screening on initial candidates for all positions, which may include but is not limited to, a criminal background check, verification of academic credentials, license, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Lawrence Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

» How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume to Ms. Erin Robb at erobb@ltu.edu.

» Document Viewer

Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

Log in and start your Zoom session with participants

From Phone

  • Start the Zoom session on your phone app (suggest setting your phone to “Do not disturb” since your phone screen will be seen in Zoom)
  • Type in the Meeting ID and Join
  • Do not use phone audio option to avoid feedback
  • Select “share content” and “screen” to share your cell phone’s screen in your Zoom session
  • Select “start broadcast” from Zoom app. The home screen of your cell phone is now being shared with your participants.

To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera

  • Open (swipe to switch apps) and select the camera app on your phone
  • Start in photo mode and aim the camera at whatever materials you would like to share
  • This is where you will have to position what you want to share to get the best view – but you will see ‘how you are doing’ in the main Zoom session.