Visiting Assistant Professor of Engineering Science

About Roanoke College

Roanoke College is a place where every student who works hard has the opportunity to succeed. We champion potential, providing essential learning and leadership through innovative academic programs and transformative educational experiences, giving students the mettle, mindset, and empathy to pursue lives of purpose, build meaningful careers, and meet society’s most pressing needs. Located in scenic Salem, Virginia, Roanoke College is an intimate, welcoming community that has served the local region and beyond for nearly 200 years. Now, we’re building on momentum and offering a Roanoke experience for today’s students and a legacy that belongs to every Maroon. Learn about the College's new strategic plan, Imagine Roanoke: A Strategic Plan for Roanoke College and the 21st Century Learner.

Roanoke College is a nationally ranked residential liberal arts college affiliated with the Lutheran Church (ELCA), located in the beautiful Roanoke Valley of Virginia. A Phi Beta Kappa institution, Roanoke College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its faculty, staff, and students; women and members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

The Position

Roanoke College invites applications for a visiting position in Engineering Science, at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor, starting in August 2026. The Engineering Science major is an exciting new addition to the College. We seek a candidate with energetic vision, creative thought, and collaborative spirit. To learn more about our current offerings, visit https://www.roanoke.edu/inside/a-z_index/math_cs_and_physics/engineering_science.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach a standard full-time course load as defined by the college (may be a mix of undergraduate and graduate courses)
• Develop and deliver high-quality courses in the faculty member’s area(s) of expertise
• Use inclusive, effective, engaging, and current pedagogical practices
• Fairly assess student learning and provide timely feedback
• Assign grades and maintain course/student records in accordance with FERPA and college regulations and submit grades and records by established deadlines.
• Hold regular office hours to provide student support
• The likely teaching load includes courses in Circuit Analysis, Electronics, Control Systems, and general education science courses, with potential to develop new courses.

Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Education, or a closely-related field is preferred
• Master’s Degree or higher with relevant professional experience is required
• Evidence of potential for highly effective classroom teaching is required
• A successful candidate must have a strong interest in teaching a wide range of undergraduate science and engineering-related courses in a liberal art setting, in mentoring a variety of experiential learning opportunities, and in supporting efforts towards ABET accreditation

To apply, please submit the following application materials:

• a cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• teaching statement
• unofficial copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts

Review of applications will begin February 27, 2026. Applicants are asked to address their potential contributions in support of a diverse community in their cover letter. All completed applications received by that date will be given full consideration, and applications received after the deadline may still be considered. After the initial review of applicants, three reference letters will be requested (at least one must directly address teaching).

Questions about the engineering program may be sent, through email, to Dr. Bryan Cobb Associate Professor of Engineering. General employment questions may be sent to Dr. Richard Keithley, Assistant Dean of the School of Health, Science, and Sustainability.