Post Doctoral Teaching Development Fellowship

The University of Virginia's School of Engineering and Applied Science invites applications for a one-year Postdoctoral Teaching Development Fellowship in the First-Year Engineering Center, starting August 2026. This fellowship provides a unique opportunity to gain expertise in evidence-based teaching practices and develop advanced skills in teaching our introduction to engineering courses and advising first-year students. We are seeking a dedicated individual to actively collaborate with the First-Year Engineering Center faculty and contribute to the growth of the program while teaching and advising students in sections of engineering foundations.

Fellows will gain mentored experience teaching Engineering Foundations courses (Engineering Foundations 1 and 2) during the academic year. The coordinated courses feature carefully developed materials, giving fellows access to a complete, high-quality course while gaining effective teaching and student engagement experience. This structure allows fellows to focus on instruction and interaction while benefiting from UVA's collaborative approach to course design and delivery. Fellows will also shadow experienced FYEC faculty, engage with the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE), and participate in scholarly and professional development activities.

The expected salary range is $75,000 - $78,000 commensurate on experience.

About UVA and Charlottesville

This position is based at UVA's main campus in Charlottesville, Virginia, a vibrant and picturesque city consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States. UVA is a highly selective institution, recognized as one of the nation's top public universities, with exceptional graduation rates and a strong commitment to academic excellence. Charlottesville offers proximity to Washington, D.C., providing opportunities for collaboration with federal agencies and research organizations. Learn more about UVA, faculty benefits, and life in Charlottesville at https://hr.virginia.edu/careers-uva/why-uva.

Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D. in Engineering Education or a closely related field by August 2026.
• Ability and willingness to teach and advise students in Engineering Foundations courses.
• Commitment to engage in innovative practices and with coordinated evidence-based teaching materials and collaborative instruction.

Preferred:

• Experience teaching in a coordinated, multi-section setting.
• Interest in pedagogical scholarship and curriculum development.

Application Instructions

Apply online https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and search for R0084902.

Provide the following in PDF format:

• Cover letter that describes your interest in the position and summarizes your qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae
• A statement describing your experience in student education and development. Include any experience or ideas for incorporating engineering applications, programming/computing
• A statement describing your experience and interest in scholarship.
• Contact information for 3-5 references.

Review of applications will begin on July 12, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to making a final offer of employment.

For questions about the position, contact Leyf Starling, Director of First-Year Engineering Center at alp2j@virginia.edu.

For questions about the application process, contact Richard Haverstrom, Academic Recruiter at rkh6j@virginia.edu.

For information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.