Job Details
Job Location: The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research - Danville, VA
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 2 Year Degree
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Education
Description
About IALR
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation. The mission will be accomplished through applied research, advanced learning, economic development, advanced manufacturing, and conference services. Driving Economic Transformation is at the heart of everything we do at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. We discover breakthroughs, create opportunity, grow innovation, power progress, and host greatness. Each of our divisions plays a critical role in daily preserving and delivering this mission.
About the Role
The ATDM Additive Manufacturing Instructor will require a driven individual to teach in an accelerated, short-term training program. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to developing curriculum, delivering instruction, and advising students. Instruction topics will include general instruction on additive manufacturing processes, additive manufacturing safety best practices, application, and hands-on training. This position may require travel and work on nights and weekends. Some travel may be required. Evening classes, weekend classes, and/or classroom instruction at off-campus centers may be required.
Shift Availability
This position will support classes on first shift. First shift classes typically start at 7:00 a.m. Evening classes, weekend classes and/or classroom instruction at off-campus centers may be required. ATDM Instructors and Technicians are assigned shifts based on training needs. Shift assignments are based on business needs at the time of hiring, performance, and tenure. Your salary will include a shift differential based on the class times you are assigned to instruct. First shift classes start at 7:00 a.m. Second shift classes start at 3:00 p.m. Third shift classes start at 11:00 p.m.
Work Location
IALR's Campus in Danville, VA.
The Ideal Candidate
- Associate degree Bachelor’s Degree in relative field or 2 years experience with additive manufacturing processes
- Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM)
- Extensive experience in CAD/CAM software (Fusion360 or MasterCAM Preferred)
- Extensive experience in Slicing software (Eiger.io preferred)
- Experience in additive manufacturing (3D-Printing) process in metals and/or plastics
- Demonstrated experience in teaching/instruction of adult learners
- Demonstrated ability to work with a widely diverse faculty, staff and student population
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Other Preferred Experience:
- Demonstrated experience in curriculum and course design and development
- Demonstrated ability to work with a widely diverse faculty, staff and student population.
- Creative thinking / Problem-solving attitude
- Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments
- Experience in multi-axis CNC programming and setup
- Evidence of excellence in teaching
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of successful work experience as a team member and leader
- Committed to quality instruction, scholarship, and academic integrity
- Knowledge of mechanical engineering standards, material specifications, and participation in industry consortium’s
- Knowledge in the development of G-Code and utilization of post processing methodologies
- Competency in blueprint interpretation and GD&T
Salary & Benefits
IALR will offer a salary of $70,000-$79,939, which includes shift differentials for second and third shift. IALR offers unique career opportunities in an innovative environment, all to support the economic transformation of Southern Virginia. Eligible employees are afforded excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage with lower-than-expected costs and participate in the Virginia Retirement System to save for their future.
How to Apply
Apply online at www.ialr.org/employment. Interviews will begin as qualified applicants are identified.
