Who we want

The Assistant Director assists the Engineering Workforce Development (EWD) Director in all aspects of the programs associated with the Human Augmentation via Dexterity (HAND) National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering Research Center and maintains responsibility for the following major functional unit(s): defining the discipline/curriculum design for undergraduate and graduate programs, accessible pathways including DexKit research, K-12 curriculum, and outreach with the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) and Research Experiences for Teachers (RET).

Ideal candidates are passionate about outreach and unique STEM program development, inspiring vision and creativity while grounding their efforts in discernment and business acumen. This position requires an established history of working with faculty and students, experience in program management, a deep understanding of research environments, and the ability to navigate complex funding.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience

Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended

Grant Funded: This is a temporary, federally funded grant position with funding through August 2029, renewable to 2034

Schedule: This is an in-office position in College Station, Texas with work hours of Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5PM and requires some travel

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Minimum of six years related experience in engineering education, workforce development, or teaching and learning in higher education

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Teaching or facilitation experience

• Knowledge of adult learning theory, pedagogical practices, and teaching

• Strong grasp of best practices and research in learning and teaching in workforce development

• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate programs

• Knowledge of interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary programs

Responsibilities

Program Support, Management and Execution:

• Supports the overall program operations and facilitation for HAND programming including multiple facets that support HAND

• Assists with curriculum development at the undergraduate, graduate, community college instructor training and K-12 DexKit project curriculum

• Assists with implementation of the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) associated with HAND faculty

• Assists with Research Experiences for Teachers in Engineering and Computer Science (RET) associated with HAND

• Assists with delivery of mentorship programs (including individual development plans)

Leadership and Strategic Planning:

• Participates in planning, directing, and coordinating operational or procedural matters to meet EWD goals and objectives.

• Provides supervision and guidance to a graduate assistant or EWD sub-units/projects

• Represents the department, division, or University on various committees.

Compliance, Reporting, and Scholarship:

• Monitors compliance with all unit, department, University, and government standards, policies, and procedures

• Develops reports, analyses, and surveys as requested by Director and funding agency

• Creates scholarship of teaching and learning including the drafting of Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents

Budget:

• Plans budget for sub-units/projects [defining the discipline/curriculum design, accessible pathways including DexKit research, K-12 curriculum, and outreach with REU and RET] under their supervision and assists Director in planning and budgeting for department

Who We Are

The Center for Teaching Excellence supports the educational mission of Texas A&M University through evidence-based professional development opportunities promoting proven and innovative instructional approaches aligned with faculty and student success and strives to recognize the integral value of varied perspectives and comprehensive teaching approaches to ensure faculty and students, regardless of their lived experience, can excel.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.