San José State University -- Industrial & Systems Engineering (ISE) Department

San José State University

San José, California

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION AVAILABILITY

Subject to budgetary approval
Data Analytics
Industrial and Systems Engineering
Job Opening ID (JOID): 22651

The Industrial & Systems Engineering (ISE) Department at San José State University is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in the areas of Big Data analytics. Specifically, the candidate should possess expertise in the use of statistical methods and models and computational techniques for model building, analysis, and evaluation such as Bayesian analysis, linear and logistical regression, time series analysis, decision tree analysis, and k-means clustering, generic algorithms, simulation annealing, as applied to big data in service business or across the healthcare industry from pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, clinics and hospitals, to integrated delivery systems.

The University seeks to dramatically expand its faculty working in the area big data analytics by hiring a cluster of new faculty members in this area. The University seeks people who are able to initiate and participate in interdisciplinary collaborations in these areas, and who are skilled researchers and teachers in one of the following areas: Industrial and Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics and Statistics, or Management Information Science.

As part of this initiative, the Industrial and Systems Engineering Department at San José State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in industrial and systems engineering in data analytics analysis and optimization of large data sets.

Rank: Assistant Professor (tenure track)

Qualifications:
An earned Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related Engineering discipline is required. The department offers a broad range of course topics to its students; however the person selected for this position will be expected to be focused in Statistical methods and Models to Analyze Big Data. In addition, it would be an advantage if the persons applying for this position were well versed in one or more of these areas of healthcare engineering, engineering management or systems engineering. Preference will be given to applicants holding at least one degree in Industrial Engineering. Candidate must address the needs of a student population of great diversity – in age, cultural background, ethnicity, primary language and academic preparation through course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.
Responsibilities:

The person selected for this tenure-track position will be responsible for teaching in the
undergraduate and graduate programs, for student advising including advising Masters projects
and theses, and for developing a research program related to his/her field of interest. In addition,
the appointee will actively participate in strengthening the present ties between the ISE
Department and its surrounding high tech industries and will embark on establishing new
connections with high tech companies. The appointee will also participate in Department, College,
and Department committee assignments and service activities that connect the Department to the
College of Engineering and the rest of the campus.

Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Starting Date: August 19, 2014

Eligibility: Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Application Procedures: For full consideration send a letter of application, vita, statement of
teaching interests/philosophy and research plans, and contact information for at least three
references by January 15, 2014, to:

Chair of Recruitment Committee
Industrial & Systems Engineering Department
San José State University
One Washington Square
San José, CA 95192 – 0085

Screening of candidates will begin January 15, 2014. The position remains open until filled.

The San José State University Industrial and Systems Engineering Department
● Is a leading provider of engineering professionals to Silicon Valley’s high-tech industries.
● Offers degrees in Industrial and Systems Engineering (BS and MS) and Human Factors
and Ergonomics (MS).
● Provides faculty members with opportunities for close collaborative ties with industry and
research partners in Silicon Valley.
● Does not offer the doctoral degree, but has established alignments for doctoral studies with
other universities.
● Serves more than 270 undergraduate and graduate students. The BS Industrial and Systems
degree is accredited by ABET and has been ranked by U.S. World News as number three
in the nation among public universities not offering Ph.D. programs.

San José State University is California’s oldest institution of public higher learning. The campus
is located on the southern end of San Francisco Bay in downtown San José (Pop. 945,942), hub of
the world-famous Silicon Valley high-technology research and development center. Many of
California’s most popular national, recreational, and cultural attractions are conveniently close. A
member of the 23-campus CSU system, San José State University enrolls approximately 29,000
students, a significant percentage of whom are members of minority groups. The University is
committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty so our disciplines, students and the community can benefit from multiple ethnic and gender perspectives.

Rice University -- Department of Computational and Applied Mathematics

Department of Computational and Applied Mathematics (CAAM)           

Rice University 

The Department of Computational and Applied Mathematics (http://www.caam.rice.edu/) seeks outstanding candidates for several tenure-track or tenured faculty positions beginning July 1, 2014.  The Department offers an excellent research environment and hosts research programs in optimization, numerical linear algebra, control and inverse problems, partial differential equations, and scientific computing.  Interdisciplinary work is a fundamental aspect of the Department’s program.

Candidates should have a PhD and an exceptional record of research and teaching, or demonstrated potential for excellence in both research and teaching in case of emerging scholars.

Applications consisting of a letter of application, current curriculum vitae containing a list of publications, a description of research, and a statement on teaching should be submitted via the website http://www.MathJobs.Org.  In addition, candidates should arrange for at least three letters of recommendations, which may be submitted on the same website. 

Alternatively, applications and letters of recommendations may be sent by mail to:        

Faculty Search Committee          

Department of Computational and Applied Mathematics (CAAM)           

Rice University 

6100 Main Street, MS-134           

Houston, TX 77005-1892               

PLEASE DO NOT DUPLICATE YOUR APPLICATION!            

To receive full consideration the complete application must be received by December 15, 2013, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the positions are filled.

Rice University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.      

 

Clarkson University -- Logistics and Supply Chain Management/Project Management

Tenure Track Assistant Professor

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Clarkson University, New York State’s highest ranked small research institution is located in the northern Adirondacks in the college town of Potsdam.  The Engineering & Management program at Clarkson University seeks candidates for a tenure-track assistant professor position for Fall 2014 to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, including capstone engineering design courses, and a research competency in a related area within logistics and engineering management. 

The Engineering & Management program is housed in the AACSB accredited School of Business and is accredited as an Engineering Management program by the ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission. Our global supply chain management program has been ranked as a Top-20 program in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 11 consecutive years.

Quality teaching and scholarship are necessary for tenure and promotion. Successful applicants will hold an earned doctorate in an appropriate discipline and a professional engineering license or the willingness and ability to pursue licensure.  ABD candidates near completion will be considered.   Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application, go to www.clarkson.edu/hr and click “Career Opportunities” on the left hand navigation bar (POS#2013000351).  An equal opportunity /affirmative action employer, Clarkson University actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women and people with disabilities.

Tenure Track Assistant Professor

Project Management

Clarkson University, New York State’s highest ranked small research institution is located in the northern Adirondacks in the college town of Potsdam.  The Engineering & Management program at Clarkson University seeks candidates for a tenure-track assistant professor position for Fall 2014 to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Project Management, including capstone engineering design courses, and a research competency in a related area within project management, supply chain management, and engineering management. 

The Engineering & Management program is housed in the AACSB accredited School of Business and is accredited as an Engineering Management program by the ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission. Our global supply chain management program has been ranked as a Top-20 program in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 11 consecutive years.

Quality teaching and scholarship are necessary for tenure and promotion. Successful applicants will hold an earned doctorate in an appropriate discipline and a professional engineering license or the willingness and ability to pursue licensure.  ABD candidates near completion will be considered.   Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application, go to www.clarkson.edu/hr and click “Career Opportunities” on the left hand navigation bar (POS#2013000353).  An equal opportunity /affirmative action employer, Clarkson University actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women and people with disabilities.

 

Clemson University -- Department of Industrial Engineering

INSTITUTION:  Clemson University
DEPARTMENT:   Department of Industrial Engineering
POSITION:
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The Department of Industrial Engineering at Clemson University is conducting a search for one or more tenure-track or tenured faculty positions at the assistant or associate professor level.  Applicants must have a Ph.D. in industrial engineering or a related discipline.

We seek candidates who have outstanding communication skills and demonstrated potential to conduct scholarship that has impact, teach effectively, and develop a research program that attracts extramural research funding. Applications are encouraged from candidates with research interests that align with our thrust areas of Supply Chain Optimization & Logistics or Human Factors. In particular, applicants with a demonstrated ability to blend theoretical approaches with real-world problems in industry are encouraged to apply.

Clemson is a public, land grant university in South Carolina with more than 16,000 undergraduate and 4,200 graduate and professional students.  The Department of Industrial Engineering currently has 11 full-time faculty members and a student population of 250 undergraduate students, 60 on-campus master's students, and 35 doctoral students.  In addition, there are 120 students enrolled in an online master's of engineering program.  The Department is home to two National Science Foundation centers and several statewide institutes.  Research expenditures last year were approximately $2.5M.

Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women. 

Interested applicants are invited to send their curriculum vitae, a brief statement of their research interests and accomplishments, a brief statement of how they can contribute to the department's teaching mission, and the names and contact information of three references to:

Mary E. Kurz, PhD, Search Chair

110 Freeman Hall

Clemson, SC  29634-0920

ie_search@clemson.edu

All applications materials received by November 1, 2013 will receive full consideration; however, the search will continue until suitable candidates are found. We anticipate the successful applicant(s) will begin their appointment on August 15th, 2014.

Clemson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.