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UNT System Overview | Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. |
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Posting Title | Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor—Project Management and Analytics |
Department | UNT-Applied&Collaborative Studies-135331 |
College/School | Multidisciplinary Innovation |
Job Location | Frisco |
Full Time/Part Time | Full-Time |
Retirement Eligibility | ORP Eligible |
Additional Retirement Information | For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php . |
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Department Summary | UNT is a Carnegie Tier 1 research university and a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution, with a diverse population of over 40,000 students. We seek faculty eager to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, and who have a willingness to engage beyond the classroom in areas such as mentoring, career coaching, advising, recruiting, curriculum development, student clubs, and public and private sector engagement. The successful candidate will be a part of the Department of Multidisciplinary Innovation (DMI), a multidisciplinary department with a highly collaborative and collegial culture housed within the College of Applied and Collaborative Studies (CACS). We are a leader in project-based education, providing students unique opportunities to learn through collaboration with industry partners and other UNT academic units. DMI offers classes and serves students on both the Denton and Frisco campuses as well as online. UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba. |
Position Summary | The Department of Multidisciplinary Innovation (DMI) invites applications for an open-rank clinical faculty member to teach and mentor students in several DMI undergraduate programs, beginning Fall 2024. We seek a candidate with a multidisciplinary background who has the credentials to teach undergraduate courses in project management and data analytics (minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline). The ideal candidate has a background in project management, such as managing projects within industry or experience teaching project management within higher education. The successful candidate will teach project management and data analytics courses within multiple DMI programs. Classes may include, but are not limited to, Inferential Analysis, Mixed Methods Research, Applied Project Analytics, Data Design, Analysis and Representation, Process Optimization & Prescriptive Analysis, Introduction to Industrial Systems and Analysis, Problem Analysis, Project Management I and II, and Project Management workshops. All DMI programs have project-based learning curricula that require creativity and collaboration among faculty as well as cross-course multidisciplinary integration. Priority will be given to candidates who can contribute toward multiple aspects of DMI programs. In your cover letter, please describe how you could specifically contribute to our programs. Candidates with a background in marketing are strongly encouraged to apply. DMI houses 4 undergraduate programs, all containing project-based learning curricula. A summary of DMI programs is below, including links to more information as well as UNT Catalog links that include a full list of courses within each degree program. The candidate in this position may also have the opportunity to contribute to building new undergraduate and graduate degree programs. • B.S. Project Design and Analysis (PDA) o PDA is a 3-year cohort-based program focused on project management, design thinking, and data analysis. o UNT Catalog-PDA • B.S. Applied Project Design and Analysis (APDA) o APDA is the transfer-friendly version of the PDA program. o UNT Catalog-APDA • B.S. Industrial Distribution (ID) o ID involves the design, manufacturing, and distribution of products within high-tech industries. o UNT Catalog-ID • B.A.A.S. Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) o BAAS provides a flexible and practical pathway designed for non-traditional students to combine academic knowledge with real-world application. o UNT Catalog-BAAS The successful candidate will be an innovative and collaborative educator with the capacity to foster student success, both within the classroom and in mentoring relationships, with a demonstrated capacity to engage individuals across a spectrum of backgrounds, ages, levels of experience, and career aspirations. Applicants are expected to provide evidence of teaching excellence and demonstrated success with a diverse and multicultural student body. This position will be based at UNT’s regional campus located in Frisco, Texas. This effort is the first phase in UNT’s partnership with the City of Frisco to create a new branch campus focused on career readiness for the 21st Century. UNT at Frisco supports nearly 30 undergraduate and graduate degrees and more than 3,000 students. The first building for the new campus, a 100,000 square foot $115 million dollar facility, began offering courses during spring 2023. Faculty will be based at UNT at Frisco but may also teach at the Denton campus or online. Night and weekend classes may be included in the teaching load. DMI Clinical faculty generally teach 3 courses per semester with negotiated course load reductions possible for variable recruiting, professional activities, program advising, course development, assisting with accreditation, providing career guidance to students, or other professional development and service activities. Actual course loads are assigned based on program needs and determined by the Chair of DMI. Clinical faculty are also expected to engage in scholarly and professional activity as well as service to the department and college. This position is a professional track, 9-month appointment. The initial appointment is 3-years and is renewable. There may be opportunities for summer teaching, depending on program needs. Salary is competitive and commensurate |
Minimum Qualifications | • Ph.D. with 18 graduate credit hours or more of project management, data analytics, or related discipline. • Background in project management within industry and/or higher education. • Minimum of 1 year university-level teaching experience. • A record of teaching excellence. • Willing to implement a project-based learning approach in the classroom through intensive collaboration with other faculty members and industry partners. • Ability and willingness to teach several different project management and data analytics courses including Inferential Analysis, Mixed Methods Research, Applied Project Analytics, Data Design, Analysis and Representation, Process Optimization & Prescriptive Analysis, Introduction to Industrial Systems and Analysis, Problem |
Preferred Qualifications | • Involvement with industry partners in the classroom. • Experience with project-based curricula. • Experience teaching real-world problem solving. • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary faculty. • Experience with cross-class/cross-disciplinary integration. • Experience with marketing/marketing concepts. • Service to the profession as evidenced through membership in professional organizations and related activities. • Background and/or interest in undergraduate student mentoring. • Desire to take service leadership roles and seek career development and promotion. |
Required License / Registration / Certification | |
Physical Requirements | Ability to communicate |
Area of Specialty | |
Security Sensitive | This is a security sensitive position. |
EEO Statement | The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices. |
Driving University Vehicle | No |
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Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | F1546P |
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Special Instructions to Applicants | Review of applicants will begin immediately for a Fall 2024 start. Questions about this position should be directed to the DMI Chair, Kara Fulton, [email protected]. |
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/80450 |
Position End Date (if temporary) |
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