Lecturer (Lecturer/Assistant Professor of Practice), Science, Technology Studies, and Innovation Policy - Department of Technology and Society, College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Stony Brook University, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Society Hill, SOUTH CAROLINA

Details

Posted: 23-Jan-24

Location: Department of Technology and Society

Salary: Open

Categories:


Academic/Faculty

Internal Number: 137906


Stony Brook University's Department of Technology and Society invites applicants for a temporary non-tenure track teaching faculty position with an expected start date of Fall 2024. The successful candidate will specialize in Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy and will be responsible for teaching courses in Science Policy, Statistics, Fundamental Data Science, and Quantitative Decision-Making. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about the intersection of technology, society, and policy, and who are eager to impart their expertise to the next generation of leaders in this field. The selected candidate will hold the official title of Lecturer or a local title of assistant professor of practice contingent upon qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach Courses: Deliver engaging and informative lectures. Prepare course materials, including syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts. Teaching requirement: Three (3) courses per semester.
  • Curriculum Development: Contribute to the development and updating of curriculum and course content in alignment with current industry trends and academic standards.
  • Student Engagement: Foster a stimulating learning environment that encourages student participation, debate, and research. Provide guidance and mentorship to students in their academic and career pursuits.
  • Assessment and Grading: Develop and administer assessments to evaluate student performance. Provide timely and constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
  • Departmental Collaboration: Collaborate with faculty members in the department to enhance interdisciplinary learning and research opportunities.

The selected candidate will have a strong commitment to academic excellence and student success. They will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Stony Brook University is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent). In lieu of a Ph.D., a Master's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) and three (3) years of teaching/industry experience in science policy, statistics, and quantitative decision-making.

 

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in science policy, statistics, and quantitative decision-making. Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level. Demonstrated expertise in science policy, statistics, and quantitative decision-making.  Some knowledge of systems and systems theory. Understanding of fundamental data science concepts.  

Applications received by February 29, 2024 will receive full consideration.  Candidates who apply on or after February 29, 2024 will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

 

Please apply here with your required documents as listed below:

 

  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Teaching Statement
  • Three professional references

 

All application materials must be submitted online. Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at [email protected] or (877) 997-8807.

 

Applicant inquiries can be emailed to:  Rita.Reagan-Redko@stonybrook  or [email protected]

 

Department Description: The Department of Technology and Society is an integral part of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Through our academic programs and sponsored projects, the Department of Technology and Society has enhanced the technological literacy and educational opportunities of thousands of students. We have also provided university, regional, and national leadership in educational innovation and STS (Science, Technology, and Society) curriculum development. Our courses and curriculum materials are used in many secondary schools and colleges. Our Faculty members and Project staff share a common goal of designing and implementing programs to help students of all ages become technologically literate with equal access to educational opportunities. This shared vision translates into instructional and research programs that:

  • Encourage undergraduate students to explore the design of technological systems and their societal and environmental impacts.
  • Involve graduate students in educational computing, and environmental and global industrial management
  • Engage K-12 students and their teachers in the study of how mathematical and scientific concepts are applied to the design of technological systems and provide effective professional development of teachers in regional K-12 school districts.
  • Motivate and better prepare minority students to succeed in science, mathematics, and engineering studies.
  • Focus on the innovative and effective use of information technologies.
  • Develop leadership in offering courses and certificate programs through distance learning environments.

 


SBU campus Description: Stony Brook University, one of four research-intensive campuses within the State University of New York (SUNY) system, is widely regarded as its flagship. The University embraces its mission to provide comprehensive undergraduate, graduate, and professional education of the highest quality, and its rankings bear that out. It's included among the top 1% of universities in the world by the 2018 QS World University Rankings and among the top 40 public universities by U.S. News & World Report's 2020 Best Colleges rankings. It is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, composed of the top 62 research institutions in North America. As Long Island's largest single-site employer, Stony Brook has nearly 15,000 full and part-time employees, including more than 2,700 faculty. It enrolled roughly 26,800 students in fall 2019 — 17,900 undergraduate students and 8,900 graduate students — and offers more than 200 majors, minors, and combined-degree programs. The Department of Athletics supports 18 Division I varsity intercollegiate athletic programs that compete at the highest level within the NCAA. Located approximately 60 miles east of Manhattan on Long Island's beautiful North Shore, Stony Brook is situated on 1,454 wooded acres, encompassing 13 schools and colleges; a Research and Development Park; world-class athletics facilities, including an 8,300-seat stadium and a 4,000-seat arena; and Stony Brook Medicine, Long Island's premier academic medical center. Also, part of the University is a teaching and research campus in Southampton, New York, which offers graduate arts programs and is the site of the Marine Sciences Center. In addition, Stony Brook has a role in running, and performs joint research with, Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), the only Department of Energy Laboratory in the Northeast. Home to the Emerson String Quartet, the Pollock Krasner House in East Hampton, NY, and the Humanities Institute, with endeavors that extend to the Turkana Basin Institute in Kenya and the Ranomafana National Park in Madagascar, Stony Brook sustains an international reputation that cuts across the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.

 

Special Notes:

This is a temporary one (1) year non-tenure-track position with the possibility of a one-year extension based on funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously.
The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation. 
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request by calling (631) 632- 6350. It can also be viewed online at the University Police website at http://www.stonybrook.edu/police .


Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

If you need a disability-related accommodation, please contact the Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280.


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