Wednesday, October 30, 2013

University of Dayton -- Department of Computer Science

INSTITUTION: University of Dayton
DEPARTMENT: Department of Computer Science
POSITION: Assistant Professor, Tenure Track Position
LINK: https://jobs.udayton.edu/postings/10268
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Tenure-Track Position in Computer Science at the University of Dayton

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Dayton invites applications for the position of Tenure Track Assistant Professor starting August 16, 2014. We seek an expert committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education who also has a focus on research. The individual holding this position is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, advise students, and pursue an externally funded research program.

Required: ABD and nearing completion of Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related area; potential for quality teaching and scholarly research; committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education with a focus on research.

Preferred: Ph.D. in Computer Science; research or professional experience in interactive media, virtual reality, or gaming.

For a full description of the position and how to apply online see https://jobs.udayton.edu/postings/10268

A complete application consists of a cover letter, CV, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, statement addressing teaching philosophy, and research plans. Three letters of recommendation  are also required for a complete application. During the application process you will be asked to submit the e-mail addresses of your recommenders, who will be sent instructions for how to upload their letter on your behalf. You are able to check within this system whether your letters of reference have been received. Review of applications will begin January 7, 2014, and continue until the position is filled. The search committee may be contacted at cps@udayton.edu.

The University of Dayton, founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary, is a top ten Catholic research university.  The University of Dayton received a National Science Foundation ADVANCE grant designed to promote the advancement and representation of women in STEM fields.  The University seeks outstanding, diverse faculty and staff who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence in teaching, research and artistic creativity, the development of the whole person, and leadership and service in the local
and global community.


To attain its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, inclusion and affirmative action and to equal opportunity policies and practices.  We act affirmatively to recruit and hire women, traditionally under-represented minority groups,  people with disabilities and veterans.

Rochester Institute of Technology--Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering

INSTITUTION: Rochester Institute of Technology
DEPARTMENT: Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
POSITION: Assistant/Associate Professor, Tenure Track Position 
LINK: http://careers.rit.edu/faculty
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Position Title: Instructional Faculty
Faculty Rank:  Assistant/Associate Professor
Faculty Type: Tenure Track
Department:   Industrial and Systems Engineering
PC# 1984        Requisition# 791BR
Anticipated Start Date:   August 13, 2014

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION:  
Rochester Institute of Technology’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor. Candidates with exceptional qualifications will be considered at the rank of associate professor. We are looking to build research strength in industrial engineering to complement and support our thrust areas of health systems engineering, sustainable engineering, and advanced manufacturing. Faculty responsibilities include teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, student advising (including Ph.D. students), conducting sponsored research, and providing service to the university community.

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. Select to view links to RIT’s core values, honor code, and diversity commitment.  

THE COLLEGE/ DEPARTMENT: 
The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering is experiencing significant growth with several exciting new initiatives under development. The Brinkman Advanced Machine Tools Laboratory is a model for industry-academia partnerships that provide faculty and students with access to state-of-the-art advanced manufacturing capabilities. The Toyota Production Systems Lab mimics a “real world” assembly production facility and supports a wide variety of activities pertaining to lean manufacturing. The department has access to a UNIX-based cloud system that includes a large memory computer, parallel computing clusters, distributed computing resources, and high performance storage servers all connected via 10 Gigabit Ethernet. RIT Research Computing provides off-campus supercomputing resources for RIT researchers and collaborators, and to state-of-the-art optimization and data-mining software. As investments in infrastructure have grown, the department’s research expenditures have increased nearly 100% over the past five years. The department offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Industrial and Systems Engineering, with additional degree options in Sustainable Engineering and Engineering Management.  Faculty are also actively engaged in the development of a new interdisciplinary engineering Ph.D. program with focus areas in Energy, Transportation, Health Care, and Communications. For more information on the department, see http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/ise/index.html, http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/ise/brinkman/, or http://www.rit.edu/toyotalab/.
                                                                         
The Kate Gleason College of Engineering has established its reputation as a preeminent provider of 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 including a broad-based cross-disciplinary doctoral degree in microsystems engineering. For more information visit our website at http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/.

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 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Assistant Professor Rank:
·         PhD in Industrial Engineering or a closely related engineering field
·         Demonstrated potential for high quality teaching
·         A record of dissemination of scholarly research
·         Potential to establish a successful externally sponsored research program
·         Excellent written and oral communication skills
·         Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the college’s continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.

Associate Professor Rank:
·         In addition to the required minimum qualifications above, candidates seeking the rank of associate professor must have a proven record of scholarly research, excellent teaching, and strong service commensurate with an associate professor.

HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online at http://careers.rit.edu/faculty. Search: 791BR. Please submit your cover letter addressing the listed qualifications and indicate whether you wish to be considered for an appointment at either the assistant or associate professor rank; curriculum vita; research statement; statement of teaching philosophy; a ‘contribution to diversity’ statement’; and a list of at least three references with full contact information. Questions for the search committee regarding this position may be directed to Denis Cormier at cormier@mail.rit.edu.

Review of applications will begin November 1, 2013 and continue until acceptable candidates have been identified.  Candidates are encouraged to apply by December 1, 2013.

RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientations, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities.



University of Idaho--Mechanical Engineering Department

INSTITUTION: University of Idaho
DEPARTMENT: Mechanical Engineering Department
POSITION: Open-Rank Professor, Tenure Track Position
LINK: www.uidaho.edu/human-resources
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Tenure-Track Faculty Position
The Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Idaho invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in the areas of design and manufacturing. Candidates are sought whose research focuses on connecting modern design approaches with advanced manufacturing methods. The ideal candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas; design innovation, design optimization, design visualization, design for manufacturing, manufacturing automation, additive and/or other emerging manufacturing technologies. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a nationally competitive externally-funded research program and participate in interdisciplinary research efforts both inside and outside the College of Engineering. 
The Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Idaho has a strong tradition of providing excellent instruction and mentoring to both undergraduate and graduate students. The engineering faculty takes pride in creating outstanding engineers that excel in both industrial and academic careers. Successful candidates will be expected to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students, contribute to the senior capstone design course, assist in the assessment of ME courses, and participate in distance education through the UI’s Engineering Outreach program.
We are especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and service, to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

Minimum qualifications include:
  • a Ph.D. (preferred) in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field;
  • evidence of successfully teaching college-level engineering courses;
  • evidence of being able to develop an active research agenda with research expertise in design, design for manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, and it is desirable to have an interest in control systems;
  • evidence of potential to acquire external funding;
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • and is a registered professional engineer (PE) or becomes registered within five years. 
Desirable qualifications include:
  • university level teaching experience;
  • outstanding research records and the potential to establish a successful research program in design for manufacturing and/or advanced manufacturing;
  • evidence of successful grant procurement related to the candidate’s research interests and the potential to collaborate with other faculty in teaching and research;
  • propensity for scholarship and the potential to be an excellent teacher both in the classroom and the laboratory, and have an interest in advising and mentoring undergraduate students;
  • professional experience in engineering or related field;
  • and an interest/motivation to teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
Applicants must apply online at www.uidaho.edu/human-resources.  Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To enrich education through diversity, the University of Idaho is an equal opportunity employer.

Boise State University--Department of Computer Science

INSTITUTION: Boise State University
DEPARTMENT: Department of Computer Science
POSITION: Temporary Assistant Research Professor
LINK: http://hrs.boisestate.edu/careers/searchcareers/assistant-research-professor-computer-science/
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Boise State University, powered by creativity and innovation, stands uniquely positioned in the Northwest as a metropolitan research university of distinction. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply for the position of Temporary Assistant Research Professor. This position will provide research support for a grant that focuses on software assurance and access control.
You will have the opportunity to: 
  • Conduct research on access control and software security
  • Develop a tool for access control and security testing
  • Write grant proposals
  • Assist in supervising graduate and undergraduate  students
Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Doctorate in Computer Science or related areas
If This Sounds Like the Job for You: 

Please submit a cover letter indicating your interest and qualifications for this position.  Attach a CV that includes employment history (including dates of employment) and three professional references with contact information.  Required documents should be emailed to Office@cs.boisestate.edu.

Close Date: 
  • Review of documents will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Additional Information: 
Policy Statements: 
  • AA/EEO Statement – Boise State University is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications and nominations of women, persons of color, and members of other underrepresented groups. EEO/AA Institution, Veterans preference. For more information please click here
  • Background Investigations – Any offer of employment at Boise State University will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. To view the University’s full Background Investigations policy, please click here
  • Drug-Free Workplace – It is the policy of Boise State University to maintain a drug-free workplace and campus. For more information about this policy, please click here
  • Boise State University is a SMOKE FREE campus. For more information please click here
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