Mount Vernon Nazarene University exists to shape lives through educating the whole person and cultivating Christ-likeness for lifelong learning and service.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is an intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional-age students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to learn and grow in an academic community of faith. The University provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty, staff, and students are challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly Christ-like, and to make a difference in their world through lifelong service.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University is seeking a full-time (ten-month) Electrical Engineering Faculty, beginning in the Fall semester of 2024. Rank is commensurate with experience. Compensation is to be competitive among the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. A full complement of benefits is provided, including a health care plan, retirement contributions and tuition assistance (self and dependents).

Responsibilities and expectations for this position include:

• Teaching a broad range of undergraduate engineering courses required for the Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering program. Teaching assignments are expected to be in courses related to general engineering with concentrations in electrical engineering. Teaching of other related courses may be required.
• Advising of students majoring in Engineering and ensuring that their academic progress meets requirements set by the institution, working with students to encourage professional development, and working with upper-level students on their senior capstone design projects.
• Supporting departmental efforts for continued improvement of programs.
• Serving the University through committee participation and other assigned tasks.

Qualifications for the successful candidate:

• Evangelical Christian statement of faith, experience, and mission fit.
• Personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
• Understanding and alignment of the heritage, doctrine, and practices of the Church of the Nazarene.
• A graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field is required.
• Candidates with PE certification and industry experience are particularly desirable.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in embedded systems, microprocessors, and microcontrollers.
• A strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts setting and a commitment to scholarship of continued professional development, and a demonstrable track record in successful teaching.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work well with others, especially to work alongside students and colleagues.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs

Application procedure:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, early application is strongly advised. Interested applicants should send the following: application letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial college transcripts, evidence of teaching competence, names and contact information for three references, a one- to two-page statement of educational philosophy, and a one- to two-page statement of faith.

Applicants are required to submit materials via email as Microsoft Word or .pdf file attachments to Academic.Affairs@mvnu.edu

A background check will be performed prior to appointment, and official transcripts of all college work must be received as well. Mount Vernon Nazarene University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or military service in administering its employment policies and practices. As a religious educational institution under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, the University is permitted by law to consider religious beliefs/practices in making employment decisions and does so to achieve its mission. The University requires as a condition of employment that all employees subscribe to standards of the Church of the Nazarene and conduct their lives in accordance therewith.

About Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is a Nazarene teaching university located in the Wesleyan-Holiness theological tradition for traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to learn and grow in an academic community of faith. Mount Vernon Nazarene University has an increasingly diverse and global student body of over 2,100 undergraduate and graduate students and provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty, staff, and students are challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly Christ-like and to make a difference in their world through lifelong service. Application Procedure: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, early application is strongly advised. Applicants are required to apply through http://mvnu.edu/jobs or submit application materials via email as Microsoft Word or .pdf file attachments. Email: humanresources@mvnu.edu Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background che...ck including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification and criminal background check. Mount Vernon Nazarene University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or military service in administering its employment policies and practices. As a religious educational institution under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, the University is permitted by law to consider religious beliefs/practices in making employment decisions and does so to achieve its mission. The University requires as a condition of employment that all employees subscribe to standards of the Church of the Nazarene and conduct their lives in accordance therewith.

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