Assistant Teaching Professor of Electronics

Position Description & Details


Are you passionate about helping students build strong futures? Bismarck State College is seeking an engaging and student-focused Assistant Teaching Professor of Electronics to join our team. This position is ideal for an educator who enjoys combining real-world expertise with hands-on teaching to prepare students for dynamic careers.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities include supporting student success by preparing lab equipment and teaching electronics and lab courses such as Direct Current Analysis, AC Analysis, Digital Electronics, Digital Communication, Solid State Devices, and Active State Devices.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality classroom instruction in electronics courses.
• Developing and maintaining relevant, industry-aligned curriculum.
• Mentoring and advising students to support academic and professional success.
• Assessing student learning outcomes and supporting continuous program improvement.
• Collaborating with colleagues, community partners, and industry professionals.
• Supporting internships and experiential learning opportunities.
• Assisting with accreditation efforts, recruitment, retention, and departmental record-keeping.
• Participating in institutional service through committee work and campus involvement.
• Engaging in scholarly research, professional development, and community outreach.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean and Academic Division Dean.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a collaborative and innovative educator with strong communication skills, a passion for student success, and a commitment to academic excellence. Industry experience is highly valued.

STARTING DATE: August 17, 2026

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Electronics Technology, Career and Technical Education, or associate degree or higher in Electronics, Instrumentation & Controls, Mechanics, Technology, and 3 years non-teaching work-related experience or Certificate in specific discipline area and 5 years in non-teaching work-related experience or No degree/certificate and 10 years of non-teaching work-related experience.
• Good computer software skills - Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to teach, mentor, and support students from diverse backgrounds.
• Familiarity with lab safety and equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators).
• Will be required to obtain North Dakota State Board for Career and Technical Education certification (up to six years to obtain and training is provided). For more information on the CET certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Curriculum development, teaching, and/or training experience
• Experience with hands-on teaching methods
• Industry-related certifications

BENEFITS

• Nine-month, full-time, non-tenure track, exempt position. Minimum starting salary $45,499-$56,874, based on experience and education.
• 100% employer-paid family health insurance, life insurance, retirement, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount. For more information regarding employee benefits, visit:
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APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED
If you're ready to help students balance knowledge with opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! To be considered by the search committee thoroughly complete the application and upload the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Copies of transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
• References

BISMARCK STATE COLLEGE INFORMATION

OVERVIEW: Bismarck State College is dedicated to student success. This on-campus position is student-centered to provide high-quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences.

MISSION : As North Dakota's Polytechnic Institution, Bismarck State College focuses on student success through the delivery of affordable, flexible, high-quality, experiential learning enhanced by public-private partnerships.

VISION: Bismarck State College will be a leader in polytechnic education improving lives and building sustainable communities.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Is directly accountable and responsible to the appropriate Assistant Dean of AEAT (Automation, Energy, & Advanced Technology)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Bismarck State College does not provide sponsorships. BSC is an E-Verify Employer.

For more information or accommodation requests, contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io

This position requires a criminal history record check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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