Term Assistant Professor, Process Technology

UAF Community and Technical College is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Term Assistant Professor to join our Process Technology  program. This full-time, 9-month faculty position offers a competitive salary, full UA benefits, and the opportunity to teach the next generation of Alaska’s industrial workforce. The role is bi-partite, focused on high-quality teaching and meaningful service to the program and community. If you’re ready to bring your industry experience into the classroom and help shape future Process Technicians, we encourage you to apply!

UAF CTC's core purpose is community driven education focusing on workforce development, academic preparation, and lifelong learning. Our Process Technology faculty bring years of experience in various fields within the process industry to train and prepare students for exciting careers within the process industry. Process industries include oil and gas production, chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining, mining and milling, power generation and utilities, waste and wastewater treatment, and seafood and other food processing. As these industries expand and automate, the need for technicians with additional specialization increases; this position will help equip our students to meet those needs.

To thrive in this position, you will use your demonstrated qualifications in one or more Process Technology Industries or fields such as: chemical, oil and gas, occupational health and safety, power generation, food processing, waste water, or mineral processing operations. Your knowledge and skill in using computer-based training, safety training and computer simulation of industrial processes will be used daily. Your demonstrated experience working collaboratively with industry and community partners will be invaluable for student success and the program's continued growth.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree with two (2) years process technology experience OR any associate degree with extensive industry experience OR a combination of appropriate education and experience.

-Minimum three years experience in Process Operations.

Position Details:

This position is located at the UAF Community and Technical College in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, 9-month, term faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave/faculty time off, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.

To complete your application please attach the following:

• Resume or Vita
• Cover letter detailing qualifications for this position
• Three (3) professional references to include the name, professional relationship, email address and contact phone number
• Teaching Philosophy Statement.

                             Applicant review will begin on December 18, 2025. Applicants will be reviewed until position is filled.

☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Dianna James, UAF Community & Technical College Director of Administrative Services, at drjames3@alaska.edu or 907-455-2863.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

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