Professor Job Description

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Last update : July 14, 2023

Professor Job Description

A professor is a person who has been academically trained and who has earned a doctoral degree (PhD).

A professor is a faculty member in a college or university.

Professors teach classes, conduct research, and advise students in both formal and informal settings.

Many professors have specialized areas of expertise.

For example, a professor who specializes in the humanities may be an expert on Shakespeare, while another specializes in business may be an expert on finance.

Job Brief

We’re looking for Professor to teach a class on philosophy.

Professor Duties

  • Develop new curriculum and courses
  • Promote the theories and concepts taught in the course
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of existing curriculum and course material and make adjustments as needed
  • Provide feedback to management regarding effectiveness, revise as necessary, and document changes
  • Integrate technology, current trends, and industry advances into the curriculum
  • Provide feedback and recommendations on new educational programs
  • Prepare and present lectures and instructional material
  • Attend meetings, conferences, and professional development seminars
  • Oversee the work of teaching assistants
  • Promote the goals of the academic department
  • Promote the goals and objectives of the institution
  • Incorporate established goals and objectives into academic program
  • Achieve continuous quality improvement
  • Develop new educational programs
  • Promote the theories and concepts taught in the course
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of existing curriculum and course material and make adjustments as needed

Professor Responsibilities

  • Assist in the teaching, research, and service missions of the college
  • Evaluate and plan course curriculum
  • Develop and teach courses, prepare course materials, and grade assignments
  • Develop and implement teaching strategies and techniques
  • Provide academic advisement

Requirements and Skills

  • M.S., Ph.D., or J.D. in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, or related field
  • Experience teaching civil engineering courses
  • Strong academic credentials, as evidenced by a record of publications in top-rated civil engineering journals
  • Experience in research or industry consulting

At [Company Name], we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive team. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.


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