Monday, February 7, 2011

Towson University - Cell and Molecular Biology - Asst Profs (2 positions)

INSTITUTION: Towson University
DEPARTMENT: Biological Sciences (Cell and Molecular Biology)
POSITION: Assistant Professors (2 positions)
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Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science & Mathematics
Towson University invites applications for two tenure-track appointments in the Department of Biological Sciences starting Fall 2011, pending approval of funding. Successful applicants are expected to possess a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, to establish a productive research/scholarly program involving undergraduate and graduate students, and to actively pursue extramural funding for that research. Scholarly programs should complement existing research in the department. Preference will be given to applicants using cellular and molecular tools in model eukaryotic systems. Ph.D. is required, postdoctoral experience preferred.

Position 1: Teaching responsibilities will include upper level Cell Biology, an upper-level elective, and a graduate course in the candidate's area of specialization.
Position 2: Teaching responsibilities will include either Introductory Biology for majors or Genetics, an upper-level elective, and a graduate course in the candidate's area of specialization.

Founded in 1866, today Towson University is recognized by U.S. News & World Report's top public universities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Towson is nationally recognized for its programs in the liberal arts and sciences, business, education, communications, health sciences, and the fine and performing arts. The University places a strong emphasis on service learning and on civic engagement through such activities as internships, practica, clinical placements, course assignments, and student events. As the Baltimore area’s largest university and Maryland’s Metropolitan University, Towson articulates its research and scholarship mission through partnerships that link the University to the economic, educational and cultural life of the state of Maryland and the mid-Atlantic region. Towson enrolls more than 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 64 undergraduate majors, 35 master’s programs and 4 doctoral programs. Located on a rolling 328 acres, the striking campus is eight miles north of downtown Baltimore and 45 miles from Washington, DC. The campus and its surrounding cities provide an excellent environment for teaching and supporting the academic pursuits of the 650 full-time faculty who work here.

Applicants should send a CV, transcripts from all institutions attended, a one-page statement on teaching philosophy, a one-page statement on research interests, and three letters of reference. Submit application materials electronically to: Dr. Barry Margulies, Chair, Eukaryotic Cell Biology Search Committee, Towson University, Department of Biological Sciences, 8000 York Road, Towson, MD 21252; e-mail bmargulies@towson.edu. Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. Information about the department is available at http://www.towson.edu/biology/.

Upon submitting your Curriculum Vitae to indicate you are an applicant for this position, please be sure to visit http://www.towson.edu/odeo/applicantdata.aspto complete a voluntary on-line applicant data form. The information you provide will inform the university's affirmative action plan and is for statistical purposes only and shall not be used to illegally discriminate for or against anyone.

* Towson University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Thursday, February 3, 2011

University at Buffalo - Industrial and Systems Engineering - Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

INSTITUTION: University at Buffalo
DEPARTMENT: Industrial and Systems Engineering
POSITION: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor [Posting #1100044]
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Candidates are sought with research expertise in Information Systems, Information Fusion, Operations Research, High Performance Computing, or Human Factors, applied to one or more of the following areas: Energy Systems Modeling and Analysis, Smart Grid, Healthcare Systems, Cyber Security, and Homeland Security. Candidates are expected to establish a strong, externally funded and recognized research program and to teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

A successful candidate will also contribute to research related to “Information and Computing Technology,” one of the University’s eight strategic strengths (www.buffalo.edu/ub2020).

A Ph.D. in industrial engineering or closely related discipline is required.

The UB ISE department has a long history of scholarship and education in Industrial and Systems Engineering and interdisciplinary research activities. The department offers B.S., M.S., Ph.D., and combined degrees with concentrations in operations research, human factors, and production systems, and has an ABET accredited undergraduate IE program. Please see www.ise.buffalo.edu for more information.

Application Procedure
All applications must besubmitted through www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu and should include a detailed curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and names and contact information of at least three references. [Search by Department 0309 - Industrial and Systems Engineering.] The application deadline is March 1, 2011, or until the position is filled.

* University at Buffalo is a premier public research university, a member of American Association of Universities, and an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

University of California, Davis - Elecrical and Computer Engineering - Faculty (All Levels)

INSTITUTION: University of California, Davis
DEPARTMENT: Elecrical and Computer Engineering
POSITIONS: Faculty - All Levels
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The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of California, Davis invites applications for faculty positions at all levels with a research focus on either: 1) physical electronics related to novel materials, structures and devices, or 2) microwave, millimeter-wave and terahertz electronics related to devices, circuits and systems.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent, a commitment to teaching and service and a potential for attracting significant extramural research support. For full consideration, applicants should apply by February 28, 2011. The positions remain open until filled.

In the area of Physical Electronics we are particularly seeking candidates whose research focus is on novel nanoscale, biomolecular and self-assembled approaches related to biology/medicine, information processing and energy.

In the area of Microwave, Millimeter-Wave and THz Electronics we are particularly seeking candidates whose research focus is on semiconductor electronic devices, MEMS, electromagnetics, antennas, circuits and systems related to chemical/biological spectroscopy, biomedical imaging/detection, gigabit wireless communications, remote sensing, energy harvesting and sensors.

UC Davis recently ranked 10th among the nation's public universities in R&D expenditures. This recruitment resonates with UC Davis's renowned programs in the Biological Sciences and wealth of activities in other related areas including the Davis Millimeter Wave Research Center, the California Lighting Technology Center, the research unit on Nanomaterials in the Environment, Agriculture and Technology.

The campus is located in a beautiful natural setting near Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay area which offers abundant opportunities for corporate and academic collaborations.

* UC Davis is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to recruiting a diverse faculty community. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Application instructions are given at http://www.ece.ucdavis.edu/

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Iowa State University - Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering - Department Chair

INSTITUTION: Iowa State University
DEPARTMENT: Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering
POSITION: Department Chair
LINK: https://www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=362166
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The Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering at Iowa State University (www.imse.iastate.edu) invites nominations and applications for the position of Department Chair. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative leader with a bold vision for the future of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering.

Interested candidates should select the link below to learn more about this position.
https://www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=362166