Rochester Institute of Technology - Electrical and Microelectronic Engineering - Professor

INSTITUTION: Rochester Institute of Technology
DEPARTMENT: Electrical and Microelectronic Engineering
POSITION: Professor
LINK: http://careers.rit.edu/faculty.

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DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION:           

The Kate Gleason College of Engineering at the Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for the Kate Gleason Endowed Professor position residing in the Electrical and Microelectronic Engineering Department. The successful candidate will hold, commensurate with experience, a tenure-track/tenured faculty position at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level.  The endowed professorship is for a five year, renewable term.  The Kate Gleason Endowed Professor will be expected to demonstrate excellence in research and teaching at RIT, including teaching and advising both graduate and undergraduate students, in electrical and microelectronic engineering.   Candidates with the expertise to establish and lead an externally funded research program within the field of analog/mixed-signal circuits or communications are particularly encouraged to apply.   Additionally, the successful candidate should possess the capability and motivation to support women in engineering activities and build upon the tradition of Kate Gleason as a role model for women in engineering, as well as contribute in meaningful ways to the college’s continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.

We are seeking an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to a community committed to Student Centeredness; Professional Development and Scholarship; Integrity and Ethics; Respect, Diversity and Pluralism; Innovation and Flexibility; and Teamwork and Collaboration. We are seeking an individual who has the ability and interest in contributing to RIT’s core values, honor code, and diversity commitment.  

THE COLLEGE/ DEPARTMENT:         

The Kate Gleason College of Engineering at RIT has established its reputation as preeminent in career-oriented engineering education with a rapidly growing commitment to research.  It offers bachelor degree programs in biomedical, chemical, computer, electrical, industrial, mechanical and microelectronic engineering, and comprehensive, innovative graduate programs in a range of engineering disciplines, with broad-based, cross-disciplinary Ph.D. programs that include Microsystems Engineering, Imaging Science, and Computing and Information Sciences.  The faculty are also actively engaged in the development of a new interdisciplinary engineering Ph.D. program with focus areas in Transportation, Energy, Communications, and Health Care.  The Electrical and Microelectronic Engineering Department and the College offer outstanding facilities to support both teaching and research, including the 4000 square foot Analog Devices Integrated Microsystems Laboratory (ADIML) and a 10,000 square foot (clean room space) Semiconductor & Microsystems Fabrication Laboratory (SMFL).  For more information visit http://www.rit.edu, http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/, http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/eme , http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/microsystems, http://www.cis.rit.edu, and http://phd.gccis.rit.edu.    

THE UNIVERSITY AND ROCHESTER COMMUNITY:

RIT is a national leader in professional and career-oriented education. Talented, ambitious, and creative students of all cultures and backgrounds from all 50 states and more than 100 countries have chosen to attend RIT.  Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology is a privately endowed, coeducational university with nine colleges and institutes emphasizing career education and experiential learning.  With approximately 15,000 undergraduates and 3,000 graduate students, RIT is one of the largest private universities in the nation.  RIT offers a rich array of degree programs in engineering, science, business, and the arts, and is home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. RIT has been honored by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great Colleges to Work For” for four years. RIT is responsive to the needs of dual career couples by our membership in the Upstate NY HERC.

Rochester, located on Lake Ontario, is the 79th largest city in the United States and the third largest city in New York State.  The Greater Rochester region, which is home to nearly one million people, is rich in cultural and ethnic diversity, with a population comprised of approximately 16% African and Latin Americans and another 7% of international origin.  It is also home to the largest deaf community per capita in the U.S.  Rochester ranks 3rd best metropolitan regions for Raising a Family" by Forbes Magazine; 6th among 379 metropolitan areas as “Best Places to Live in America” by Places Rated Almanac; 1st in Expansion Management Magazine’s ranking of metropolitan areas having the best “Quality of Life in the Nation”; and is among Essence Magazine’s “Top 10 Cities for Black Families.”

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in electrical or microelectronic engineering or related field
• Ability to establish and lead an externally funded research program 
• Publication record of scholarly work
• Ability to teach and advise undergraduate and graduate students
• Capability and motivation to support women in engineering activities
• Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college’s continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.

HOW TO APPLY:

Apply online at http://careers.rit.edu/faculty. Search:  814BR. Please submit your cover letter addressing the listed qualifications; a vita; research statement; teaching philosophy statement; a ‘contribution to diversity’ statement’; and a list of three references and their contact information. 

You can contact the search committee with questions on the position at: Dr. Jacqueline Mozrall, Professor and Associate Dean, Search Committee Chair, Jacqueline.Mozrall@rit.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an acceptable candidate is found.

Dalhousie University - Industrial Engineering - Assistant Professor

INSTITUTION: Dalhousie University
DEPARTMENT: Industrial Engineering
POSITION: Assistant Professor
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Industrial Engineering

Dalhousie University

Assistant Professor

The Department of Industrial Engineering at Dalhousie University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position, probationary tenure-track appointment from candidates with outstanding teaching and research abilities in industrial engineering.  Please refer to http://www.ie.dal.ca for details about the Department.

Candidates must have a doctorate in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field and eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Nova Scotia. 

The successful candidate should have demonstrated research expertise in the area of Healthcare Operational Research.  The potential to develop research collaborations with healthcare organizations and experience working as an industrial engineer in hospital settings are considered assets.   

Candidates should be able to teach a wide variety of undergraduate courses in Industrial Engineering, with a focus on Simulation, Operational Research, and Healthcare Service Systems.  The successful candidate is also expected to teach one or two courses at the graduate level in these areas. 

Applications, including a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, should be sent by March 31, 2014 to:

Chair of the Search Committee

Department of Industrial Engineering

Dalhousie University

5269 Morris Street

PO Box 15000

Halifax, NS Canada B3H 4R2

email: barzilai@dal.ca

Three confidential letters of reference should be sent directly by referees to the above address.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons and women.

Western Michigan University - Engineering and Applied Sciences - Dean

INSTITUTION: Western Michigan University
DEPARTMENT: Engineering and Applied Sciences
POSITION: Dean
LINK: http://storbeckpimentel.com/resources/uploads/institution/WMUEASPD.pdf
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Click on the link. All details are included in the PDF.

University of Maryland - Marine & Biotechnology - Assistant Professor (Tenure)

INSTITUTION: University of Maryland
DEPARTMENT: Marine & Biotechnology
POSITION: Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)
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UMBC
Marine and Biotechnology
TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION

Assistant Professor: Molecular biology/genetics of aquatic infectious diseases
The Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET) of the University System of Maryland seeks applications for the position of Assistant Professor (tenure-track). The successful candidate will have a track-record of outstanding research using molecular biology/genetics approaches to study viral, bacterial or parasitic disease or the microbiome in shellfish or finfish. Candidates’ research should address molecular or immunological aspects of major microbial and/or other infectious disease impacting aquaculture, fisheries, or ecologically important organisms in coastal or estuarine environments. Candidates with an interest in practical applications of their fundamental research, including interactions with industry, are encouraged to apply. A demonstrated ability to establish a well-funded research program is expected for the successful candidate. Primary appointment is in the Department of Marine Biotechnology at the University of Maryland Baltimore County, with a secondary appointment at the University of Maryland Baltimore. The primary focus of the appointee will be on research; teaching at the graduate level is encouraged.

IMET’s mission is to study the biology of coastal marine biosystems and ensure their sustainable use, as well as exploit marine-derived systems to improve human health (www.imet.usmd.edu). IMET brings together faculty members from three major USM research institutions - the University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB), the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC), and the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) - in a dedicated state-of-the-art research facility located in Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

A Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree is required in molecular biology, microbiology, aquatic pathology or related fields and candidates should have postdoctoral experience and a strong publication record. Applicants should send the following in a single PDF file to Russell Hill, Director, IMET; email to hill@umces.edu: 1) detailed curriculum vitae, 2) statement of research interests and goals and 3) names and contact details of three to five references. To receive full consideration, application materials should be submitted by March 7, 2014 (the position will be open until filled).

The USM is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. UMBC values gender, ethnic and racial diversity; woman, members of ethnic minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. UMBC is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award to increase the participation of women in academic careers.

Montana State University - Civil Engineering - Assistant or Associate Professor

INSTITUTION: Montana State University
DEPARTMENT: Civil Engineering
POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor
LINK: http://www.montana.edu/jobs/faculty/14-262
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The Department of Civil Engineering at Montana State University invites applications for a faculty position in ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING at the assistant or associate professor level with a start date of August 15, 2014.  Required qualifications: PhD in Civil and/or Environmental Engineering or closely related field; evidence of excellent communication skills; ability to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate teaching missions of the department; ability to develop an externally funded research program including evidence of scholarly achievements; and, for appointment at the Associate level, demonstrated prior performance commensurate with the rank of associate professor.  Preferred qualifications: Academic and/or professional experience; ability to become registered as a Professional Engineer within five years from date of employment; research experience in environmental engineering topics that include microbial and chemical processes in water supply and wastewater systems, sustainable energy, environmental biotechnology, or other emerging environmental issues; experience with or demonstrated ability to assume a leadership role in environmental engineering undergraduate and graduate program development; and ability to work with and engage diverse students and colleagues within and outside the department.

CE offers BS and MS degrees in Civil Engineering and an MS degree in Environmental Engineering.  Approximately 640 students are enrolled in these programs supported by over 20 full time faculty.  The College of Engineering offers an Engineering PhD degree with an Environmental Engineering option. Research opportunities are enhanced by ties with the Center for Biofilm Engineering. 

MSU is located in Bozeman, Montana, an extended community of about 70,000 nestled in the Rocky Mountains in Southwest Montana. Bozeman is renowned for year-round recreational and cultural opportunities that include access to world class ski areas, multiple blue ribbon trout streams and the Gallatin National Forest. The local airport is served by seven national airlines with over twenty flights a day to nine cities.

For a complete vacancy announcement with application instructions, see http://www.montana.edu/jobs/faculty/14-262 or contact Annaliesa Fry at (406) 994-2111.  Application screening will begin March 31, 2014.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  ADA/AA/EO/Veteran’s Preference.

Rochester Institute of Technology - Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Management and Safety - Assistant Professor

INSTITUTION: Rochester Institute of Technology
DEPARTMENT: Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Management and Safety
POSITION: Assistant Professor
LINK:  http://careers.rit.edu/faculty
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Rochester Institute of Technology’s Department of Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Management and Safety is currently seeking applications from exceptional candidates for a full-time tenure-track faculty position to launch a new Master of Science Construction Management program. The successful candidate will have the unique and exciting responsibility of working with the department chair and faculty to initiate an on-line Master’s degree program in construction management at RIT. Responsibilities include program oversight and growth, course development and delivery, academic advising for graduate students, scholarship/research in a well-defined area of focus that is in line with the department’s research agenda (including securing external funding), service to the department/college/university, and maintaining a clear professional development agenda to support the department’s growth.

Required Qualifications              

Assistant Professor Required Qualifications:

·         Ph.D. in construction management or a related field or ABD with completion date prior to August 13, 2014.

·         Three years relevant industrial experience in construction, construction operations, or construction management.

·         Demonstrated potential for research and scholarship activities (including refereed publications) in alignment with the CETEMS department’s scholarship foci.

·         Demonstrated potential for high quality teaching.

·         Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college’s continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.

Associate Professor: Required Qualifications:

·         Ph.D. in construction management or a related field.

·         Five years relevant industrial experience in construction, construction operations, or construction management.

·         Ability to fully develop and teach graduate and undergraduate courses in three of the following areas:

o   Construction leadership

o   Construction operations and productivity

o   Construction cost analysis and management

o   Sustainable design and construction

o   Construction delivery methods including Integrated Project Delivery/Lean.

o   Construction customer development and retention

·         Demonstrated record of research and scholarship activities (including refereed publications) in alignment with the CETEMS department’s scholarship foci.

·         Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience at the higher education level in the construction management discipline.

·         Demonstrated record of high quality teaching.

To find out more about this position and to apply online, please visit http://careers.rit.edu/faculty; click on Search Openings, and then enter 888BR in the Keyword Search.

University of Hawaii - Hilo - Marine Science Department - Assistant Professor

INSTITUTION: University of Hawaii - hilo
DEPARTMENT: Marine Science
POSITION: Assistant Professor
LINK: http://hilo.hawaii.edu/uhh/hr/vacancy/805
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The following announcement is being sent to the Wisenet list by Karla McDermid, Marine Science Department, University of Hawaii-Hilo, on Friday, February 14, 2014. 

Contact information, for questions, concerns, etc. is: 

Steven Colbert colberts@hawaii.edu 

office: (808) 932-7596

fax: (808) 932-7295

The new tenure-track Physical Oceanography position has been posted.

Please share the following link far and wide to help us find the best candidate!

http://hilo.hawaii.edu/uhh/hr/vacancy/805

UW - Milwaukee - Physics Dept - Assistant or Associate Professor

INSTITUTION: UW -  Milwaukee
DEPARTMENT: Physics
POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor
LINK: http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/16149> http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/16149
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The following announcement is being sent to the Wisenet list by Kate Valerius, from the Physics Dept. at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, on Thursday, 13 February 2014.  Contact information, for questions, concerns, etc. is:  Kate Valerius (katev@uwm.edu) or 414/ 229-4474 or please email biophysics-hire@uwm.edu.

Assistant or Associate Professor in Biophysics   --   The University of

Wisconsin-Milwaukee

The Department of Physics at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee (UWM) seeks outstanding candidates for the position of Assistant Professor (tenure track), or Associate Professor (tenured) in theoretical biophysics, starting August 2014.  The successful candidate is expected to establish an active research program, engage in teaching and service commensurate with faculty rank, and to collaborate closely with a new NSF Science and Technology Center entitled "Biology with X-ray Lasers."  The Center is focused on the structure and dynamics of biological soft matter. In addition to start-up support, UWM provides substantial funding opportunities through the Research Growth Initiative.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field with postdoctoral experience. A demonstrated track record of innovation and excellence in developing advanced methods for analysis of X-ray scattering or cryogenic electron microscopy data is required.  Experience with both data types, and familiarity with cluster computing would be advantageous.

Candidates seeking consideration must apply at <http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/16149> http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/16149 and submit application materials electronically to include: resume, research and teaching statements, publications and patent lists. They must also arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be sent directly to the chair of the search committee (email below).  Review of applications will begin April 1, 2014 and continue until the position is filled.  Applications received after April 30, 2014 might not be considered. As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee promotes excellence through diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

Marshall University - Division of Applied Science & Technology - Professor & Chair (Tenure Track)

INSTITUTION: Marshall University
DEPARTMENT: Division of Applied Science & Technology
POSITION: Professor & Chair (Tenure-Track)
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Professor and Chair, Division of Applied Science and Technology College of Information Technology and Engineering Marshall University, Huntington, WV

Type:

Tenure track position. Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications:

Ph.D. in one of the core fields of Industrial engineering, safety engineering, or safety as related to the mission of the Division of Applied Science & Technology. A record of scholarly achievement in industrial engineering, safety engineering or safety should be submitted to support a tenure-track position at the Professor rank. The successful candidate should be a nationally/internationally recognized leader in his/her field. Strong evidence of dynamic visionary leadership and administrative capabilities is required. Expertise and the ability to manage and lead the ABET accreditation process are desired. The successful candidate should have a clear vision regarding industrial engineering and occupational safety undergraduate and graduate education, strong communication skills, and experience with collaborative projects and consensus building. The candidate should have a successful track record of, and a commitment to, excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities. A successful record of teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the fields of industrial engineering, safety engineering, or safety is required. Excellent research experience, support by demonstrated track-record of externally funded research, in an area that complements existing activities of the Division is required. Possession of a Professional Engineer (PD), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) license is advantageous.

Duties:

In addition to teaching industrial engineering and safety courses, the successful applicant will report to the Dean of CITE and will contribute to the following: compliance with ABET accreditation criteria, management of continuous improvement process and leadership of all accreditation-related activities; development of new curricula and programs of study; continued expansion of the Division; interaction with constituency groups including regional employers and Advisory Boards; continuation of an active internship program; development of a Co-operative education program; leadership of the Division's recruitment and retention activities; participation in fundraising activities; and all other related administrative duties as required by the Dean of CITE. The successful candidate will support the University's general education curriculum, with its emphasis on a common First-Year Seminar and core curriculum courses that enhance student's critical thinking skills and the College's support of interdisciplinary programs of study.

Application Procedure:

Send a letter detailing qualifications, curriculum vitae, names and contact information (phone number and email) of three professional references in one PDF file referencing Search 13249 to: recruiting@marshall.edu<mailto:recruiting@marshall.edu>. 

Candidates who are selected for an on-campus interview must have their degree granting institutions directly forward official undergraduate and graduate transcripts to Meaghan Buckland (buckland@marshall.edu), 212 Communications Building, Marshall University, Huntington, WV 25755 prior to on campus interview.

Application Deadline:

Position is open until filled.

Background Check Required:

YES

Lamar University - Industrial Engineering - Assistant Professor (2 openings)

INSTITUTION: Lamar University
DEPARTMENT: Industrial Engineering
POSITION: Assistant Professor (2 opening)
LINK: https://jobs.lamar.edu/.
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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT (TWO POSITIONS)

DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING – LAMAR UNIVERSITY

Lamar University, a public, Carnegie Doctoral Research University, is seeking two outstanding scholars to join the faculty at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Industrial Engineering beginning fall 2014.

Lamar University (LU), a member of the Texas State University System, has experienced tremendous growth over the past decade, with enrollment steadily increasing to more than 15,000. LU has been recognized nationally for its general education core curriculum, leadership in online education, selection as a member of the Honor Roll of the Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For”, and was ranked 11^th in the US for return on investment for engineering majors by PayScale, Inc.

We are seeking nominees or applications for two tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level. The successful candidate will have a PhD degree in a relevant field of engineering and will have demonstrated the ability to work at the leading edge of his/her research area. 

The Department has research programs in Human Factors and Ergonomics, Safety, Engineering Education, Logistics, Design and Manufacturing, Micro-manufacturing and Big Data. The Center for Transportation/Ports and Waterways is housed in the Department. The Department participants in the Gulf Coast Hazardous Substance Research Center and the Texas Air Research Center. The Department is expecting to announce a new Center in 2014; The Mariner Safety Center. The Department offers an ABET accredited undergraduate industrial engineering program as well as masters and doctoral programs.

Candidates should have proven teaching capabilities (including online, flipped, etc.), excellent communication skills, ability to work effectively in teams, the ability to develop industrial relations, and a promising research agenda. Required qualifications include: research and teaching interests in areas of Human Factors, Ergonomics, Safety, Big Data, or Engineering Management. Outstanding candidates in other areas will also be considered. Preferred qualifications include: prior significant research endeavors, teaching, and industrial experience, in particular experience in the energy or maritime industries. 

The successful candidates will be required to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the Department, supervise masters and doctoral students, participate on multi-investigator research programs, and contribute to the Department’s service mission.

For full consideration submit application materials by 4/30/2014  Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, one-page statements describing your teaching goals, research goals, and qualifications for this position and three letters of reference online at: https://jobs.lamar.edu/.

For additional information about the Industrial Engineering Department at LU please visit our website: http://engineering.lamar.edu/industrial/index.html.

Lamar University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, and Encourages Applications from Women and Other Groups Traditionally Underrepresented in Engineering

Lamar University is a Member of the Texas State University System

Western Washington University - College of Sciences and Technology - Dean

INSTITUTION: Western Washington University
DEPARTMENT: College of Sciences and Technology
POSITION: Dean
LINK: https://jobs.wwu.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=5051
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Dean of the College of Sciences and Technology
Western Washington University

About the Position: Western Washington University (Western) invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Sciences and Technology (CST). Western seeks highly qualified candidates with a commitment to excellence in STEM education, faculty and student research, and diversity. The Dean is the chief academic and executive officer of CST and is responsible for providing academic leadership and administrative management for all programs within the college. The Dean reports to the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs and is a key member of the university leadership team. The Dean works in collaboration with the faculty, staff, students, and university administration to implement the college and university vision and mission. The Dean is expected to be a visible leader both within the university and greater community. It is anticipated that the Dean will assume office by August 1, 2014.
About the College:  The mission of CST is to provide the highest quality education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM); to participate in the discovery, communication and application of knowledge; to integrate teaching, scholarly activity and service; and to maintain a diverse college community.  CST contributes a major component of the liberal arts core at Western as well as serving undergraduate and graduate students in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering and Design, Geology, Mathematics, and Physics/Astronomy. CST has about 150 FTE faculty and an annual operating budget of approximately $17 million; CST faculty generate over $2 million annually in grants and other external funding.
CST and Western collaborate with community partners to provide an exceptional student education through close faculty-student interaction emphasizing student scholarship and the development of innovative thinking. 
In addition to strong undergraduate majors and Master’s degree programs in traditional disciplines, CST offers excellent learning and research opportunities in a range of special programs including the nationally recognized Science, Mathematics and Technology Education (SMATE) program and the Advanced Materials Science and Engineering Center (AMSEC). Emerging initiatives include the transition from Engineering Technology to Engineering and the multidisciplinary Institute for Energy Studies (IES).  Additional information about CST is available at  http://www.wwu.edu/cst/index.html


Position Responsibilities: The Dean is expected to be a leader who inspires others and fosters innovation and inclusiveness. The Dean providesacademic leadership and is responsible for strategic planning; budget, resource, and operations management; program development and assessment.  The Dean oversees faculty appointments, development and evaluation, including tenure and promotion. The Dean is expected to embrace the values of a public, comprehensive university and Western's model of shared faculty governance and collective bargaining. TheDean collaborates with faculty, staff and students to develop and implement the mission, vision and strategic plans for the college and university. The Dean serves as an advocate for Western and CST, including the development of strong connections with businesses and other organizations in the region. The Dean is instrumental in advancing Western’s development efforts, and specifically is responsible for fundraising in support of CST initiatives.


About the University: Western is a comprehensive state university that enrolls nearly 15,000 undergraduate, post baccalaureate and graduate students. Western includes seven academic colleges and a graduate school, and employs over 600 FTE faculty. Spectacularly located, the Bellingham campus overlooks the Salish Sea and the San Juan Islands. Bellingham, a coastal community of 82,000, about 90 miles north of Seattle and 55 miles south of Vancouver, B.C., is nationally recognized for quality of life, outdoor adventure, and environmental stewardship.


As noted in the University’s mission statement:  Western Washington University serves the people of the State of Washington, the nation, and the world by bringing together individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives in an inclusive, student-centered university that develops the potential of learners and the well-being of communities.  The 2013 U.S. News and World Report college rankings named Western as the highest-ranking, public master's-granting university in the Pacific Northwest and third among top public master's-granting universities in the West. Western has been identified by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the nation's best college workplaces. More information about Western is available online: http://www.wwu.edu.

Application Information:  Applications must be submitted electronically.  For the complete position description including required and preferred qualifications and the university’s electronic application instructions :  https://jobs.wwu.edu/JobPosting.aspx?JPID=5051 .  Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  All applications, nominations and inquiries will be kept confidential.  For further information about the search process: 

WWU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, persons withdisabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. WWU is sensitive to and has a policy addressing dual career assistance.  All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service before beginning work at WWU. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires. For disability accommodation, call (360) 650-3774.

University of Louisville - Engineering - Professor

INSTITUTION: University of Louisville
DEPARTMENT:  School of Engineering
POSITION: Duthie Endowed Chair of Engineering Logistics
LINK: www.louisville.edu/org/lod
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The J. B. Speed School of Engineering at the University of Louisville invites applications and nominations to fill the Duthie Endowed Chair of Engineering Logistics. This position was endowed by a generous gift from Mary Lee and George Duthie.

The Duthie Professor must have an established international reputation in engineering logistics as demonstrated by a strong record of extramurally funded and published research.   He or she will hold a senior faculty position within the Department of Industrial Engineering and will be expected to contribute to the overall departmental mission in teaching, research, service, and mentoring.  In addition, the occupant of the chair will be expected to interact with government, business and industry through grants and contracts, consultations, seminars, lectures and short courses related to engineering logistics.

Preference will be given to individuals who hold a terminal degree in industrial engineering, or a closely related discipline, as well as to individuals who have teaching experience in a school of engineering.

As part of its strategic plan, the University has selected the area of logistics and distribution as one of the targeted areas for excellence in research.  This resulted in the formation of the Logistics and Distribution Institute (www.louisville.edu/org/lodi) in 1998, as well as the recruitment and hiring of several endowed chairs, in addition to the Duthie Chair, in logistics and distribution. Accordingly, it is anticipated that the successful candidate for the Duthie Chair will assume a leadership role in the Logistics and Distribution Institute.  Further, the successful candidate will be well positioned to influence the ongoing development of the new Belknap Engineering and Applied Sciences Park, adjacent to the Speed School of Engineering. 

The position may be filled as early as the end of the Spring semester, with an anticipated starting date of Fall semester 2014. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until April 15, 2014.

The University of Louisville requires that all applicants for faculty or administrative positions use the online Consensus^® Search Support System which may be accessed at: https://highereddecisions.com/uofl/current_vacancies.asp.

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and welcomes applications from qualified minority candidates.