Full time Faculty, Robotics

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.

As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.

NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

Essential Duties:

• Teach robotics courses aligned with industry-recognized certifications, including, but not limited to: HandlingTool Operations, iRVision, DCS, and Collaborative Robot programming

• Guide students and incumbent industry professionals through simulation software and hands-on lab environments

• Emphasize safety, real-world applications, and workforce readiness in all instructional activities

• Design, build, and maintain robotics work cells, safety zones, and equipment setups for training purposes

• Operate and manage technical equipment such as CNC machines, laser cutters, 3D printers, vinyl cutters, and microcontroller stations

• Troubleshoot, upgrade, and maintain lab computers and networked systems using tools like Active Directory, DHCP, VMware, and FOG

• Collaborate with K-12 partners, workforce organizations, and industry leaders to expand robotics education access and impact

• Support dual enrollment and other initiatives that provide access to robotics instruction for high school and adult learners

• Provide upskilling and customized training for incumbent workers and employer-sponsored participants

• Engage in field trips, industry site visits, grant-funded activities, and events to promote program visibility and partnership

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree or higher in a relevant technical field (e.g., Computer Information Systems, Robotics, Engineering Technology)

• Certification or documented experience in industry-standard robotics systems

• At least 3 years' experience in robotics, automation, or technical instruction

• Demonstrated ability to train both students and incumbent workers in applied technology environments

• Proficiency in managing and supporting lab technologies, operating systems, and IT infrastructure

• Note: A combination of education, relevant certifications, and/or substantial industry or education experience may be considered in lieu of formal degree requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience at the high school, adult education, or college level

• Familiarity with makerspace tools and instructional practices

• Experience in curriculum development aligned to certifications or industry frameworks

• Strong technical support skills in computing, networking, and systems integration

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to create a hands-on, inclusive, and safety-first learning environment

• Expertise in instructional technology, robotics systems, and lab-based teaching

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for academic, community, and industry collaboration

• Dedication to student success, workforce relevance, and continuous improvement in technical education

Rate of pay: determined by faculty scale placement (education and years of experience)

Physical/Environmental Demands:

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk or hear; regularly required to reach with hands and arms, taste or smell; occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and normal color vision.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.