Job title: Assistant/Associate Professor
Company: University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Job description: General InformationPosition Number 004535, 004557, 004530
Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor
Classification Title 9-Mo Tenure-Track/ Tenured Faculty
College College of Engineering (Col)
Department Engineering Technology and Construction Management
Position Designation Faculty
Employment Type Permanent – Full-time
Months per year 9
Primary Purpose of DepartmentWe prepare industry-ready graduates through innovative curriculum and hands-on learning. We stay at the forefront of scientific discovery and innovation in multidisciplinary research fields in engineering, technology, construction, and safety. We accomplish those goals by engaging professional and societal communities in learning and technology transfer.
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Description of WorkThe University of North Carolina at Charlotte recognizes the differentiation of mission, goals, and objectives inherent in the diversity of disciplines represented by its colleges and departments. Thus, the Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Tenured and Tenure Track Faculty should be interpreted in the context of the related departmental and collegiate goals.
Teaching, Advising, Curriculum and Instructional Development – Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to teaching may include but are not limited to: subject matter competence, course design, course presentation, advising and consultation, directing student research, curriculum and instructional development, and grading student work.
Scholarly Research, Creative, and Other Professional Activities – All tenured and tenure-track faculty are expected to participate in expanding the knowledge base of her/his academic field by conducting research or engaging in other creative activities as appropriate to the faculty member’s discipline. Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to research may include but are not limited to: research/creative activity that generates new knowledge and/or synthesizes and/or integrates existing knowledge, publication, an on-going agenda for research, scholarly, and creative activity, and are expected to seek extramural support for their work.
Service to University, the Public, and the Profession – All tenured and tenure-track faculty are expected to engage in a program of service appropriate to their discipline. Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to service may include but are not limited to: service to the administration and governance of the University, public service, and service to the profession.To view the complete Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Tenured and Tenure-Track Faculty document visit our website: https://provost.charlotte.edu/academic-budget-hr/academic-personnel-procedures-handbook/
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe William States Lee College of Engineering at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte invites exceptionally qualified candidates for Three 9-month tenure-track or tenured faculty position at Assistant or Associate ranksin Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering fields, with an anticipated start date of 2024 or August 2024. Candidates with diverse research interests such as those aligned with are strongly encouraged to apply. Specifically, the department is expanding its research excellence in the following areas:● Digital Transformation: Harnessing smart technologies enabling more intelligent, efficient, and sustainable systems through transformative concepts and processes in engineering. This spans from smart buildings and cities, remote sensing, cloud computing, to human – machine interfaces, digital twins, cybersecurity and other applications.● Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Using AI to enhance robotics, manufacturing, autonomous systems, and intelligent decision & automation.● Additive Manufacturing:Uses and application of rapid prototyping and manufacturing for electrical and mechanical systems applications like machinery, robotics, and automationThe successful candidate is expected to develop and sustain nationally and internationally recognized, externally funded research programs specific to their area of specialty, publish in high-impact publication venues, promote students’ high-impact learning experience through the integration of research and education, and engage in professional service. Responsibilities for this position include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and service to the department, university, and the professional organizations, including outreach to industry.The capability to teach typical electrical and/or mechanical engineering technology courses is expected. Candidates with the ability to teach courses in both fields are strongly encouraged to apply.
Minimum Experience/EducationUNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned doctorate or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.
Preferred Education, Skills and ExperienceApplicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering/ Robotics /Mechanical Engineering/ Mechatronics / Automation, or a closely related field by the time of contract. Priority will be given to candidates with strong research records evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, externally funded research, and a plan for future research that aligns with university and department research focus stated above.
Necessary Licenses/Certifications
Special Notes to ApplicantsUniversity of North Carolina at Charlotte invites applications for three 9-month tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank in Electrical Engineering and/or Mechanical Engineering fields. Position #s 004535, 004557, and 004530
Job Open Date 08/20/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Date Review of Applications will Begin
Proposed Hire Date 01/02/2025
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Location: Charlotte, NC
Job date: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 06:11:58 GMT
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