Assistant Professor of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences

The Department of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences at Utah Tech University (UT) in St. George, Utah invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position, starting Fall Semester 2025. The department, located within the College of Education, serves as a hub for interdisciplinary activities on campus and is the home for both the Integrated Studies (INTS) and the Individualized Studies (INDS) baccalaureate degree programs. Most information about the department and its associated programs and faculty can be found online at https://ias.utahtech.edu/.

• Teaching: Teach a variety of undergraduate courses within the department's curriculum, including core courses, topics courses, and capstone courses. The successful candidate will have opportunities to teach in person and online, with an emphasis in online teaching.
• Scholarship: Engage in scholarly research and publication in their field of expertise, contributing to the department's reputation for excellence in research.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement innovative interdisciplinary curricula that address current challenges and emerging trends, with a focus on online learning pedagogies.
• Mentorship: Provide mentorship to undergraduate students, fostering their intellectual growth and professional development.
• Service: Contribute to the department, college, and university through service on committees and other academic activities. Participate in university and departmental recruitment and retention initiatives.

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution(s) in any field.
• A strong record of scholarly achievement, including publications in peer-reviewed journals, required. A publication record in an interdisciplinary field or at least two academic fields of study preferred.
• Teaching background in an interdisciplinary degree program and/or courses that engage interdisciplinary subject matters, with a demonstrated ability to successfully teach courses (finalists will be required to demonstrate competency via a teaching demonstration).
• Experience in curriculum development or program design.
• Experience in designing and delivering online courses, together with a commitment to excellence in online teaching.
• Experience guiding undergraduate student theses and/or senior projects preferred.
• Competence in utilizing technology for teaching tools and in creating innovative and high impact learning environments for students pursuing a diverse range of academic emphases.
• A commitment to interdisciplinary studies and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students, staff, and colleagues, both orally and in writing.
• A passion for mentoring students and fostering their academic success.
• An eagerness to engage with faculty, staff, and administrators to develop ways to improve the students' educational experiences.

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time (9-month) tenure-track faculty position. Faculty service begins August 2025, with pay and benefits starting July 1, 2025. Annual salary of $68,000+ depending on qualifications and experience, with additional compensation available for optional summer/overload teaching. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins January 27, 2025; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references (including email addresses), transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about the candidate's teaching or other professional experience working with a wide range of student academic preparedness). Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office (435) 652-7520.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek to recruit and retain diverse and ambitious faculty and staff who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to Affirmative Action within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University's non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Equity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury - titleix@utahtech.edu, HCC 579, 435-652-7747.
• Deputy Title IX Coordinator: LaShun McGhee - titleix@utahtech.edu, 435-652-7731.

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/ or contact:

• U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov, 800-421-3481.
• U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov, 303-844-5695.

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