Electrical and Computer Engineering

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Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty

Department
Electrical and Computer Engineering

Rank
Associate Professor

Position Summary
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) and the College of Engineering at The University of Alabama invite applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at all ranks, including Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels, rank in areas related specifically to water research. Applicants applying to this particular posting should be seeking to apply for a position at the rank of Associate Professor. We invite applications with a focus on applied hydrologic sciences and water-related technologies. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in advanced sensor materials, innovative sampling technologies, intelligent sensor signal processing, next-generation Internet of Things (IoT), heterogeneous wireless sensor networks, mobile observation platforms, and critical infrastructure for water-related research. A strong background in field studies is preferred.

Detailed Position Information
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) and the College of Engineering at The University of Alabama invite applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at all ranks, including Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels in areas related specifically to water research. Applicants applying to this particular posting should be seeking to apply for a position at the rank of Associate Professor. Candidates with appropriate experience and a strong record of scholarly productivity and impact who would seek appointment at the rank of Assistant or Full Professor are also encouraged to apply through related postings at those other positional levels.

Candidates with prestigious achievements in their field and exceptional national and international reputations will be eligible for consideration for significant endowment support through appointment as an Endowed Shelby Distinguished Associate Professor ( ).

The University of Alabama has positioned itself as an international leader in the broad spectrum of critical water challenges and issues facing society today and well into the future. UA is the home to a variety of organizations and units that focus on water-related research including the Alabama Water Institute, the National Water Center, the Global Water Security Center, and the NOAA Cooperative Institute on Research to Operations in Hydrology. While all of these water-related institutes and research centers engage faculty from across The University of Alabama, the UA College of Engineering and its departments and faculty play a central and pivotal role in virtually all aspects of this expansive water research enterprise. As a result, there are tremendous opportunities at The University of Alabama in its various engineering departments and programs for new and established faculty members to join our constantly growing efforts in this exciting, impactful, and critical area.

Candidates with research interests related to hydrologic science and water observations closely aligned with the Alabama Water Institute (AWI) and the Cooperative Institute for Research to Operations in Hydrology (CIROH) ( ) are encouraged to apply. Candidates will possess expertise in one or more of the following: advanced sensor materials, innovative sampling technologies, intelligent sensor signal processing, next-generation Internet of Things (IoT), smart systems and real-time control, heterogeneous wireless sensor networks, mobile observation platforms, edge computing, and critical infrastructure for water-related research. Candidates may also bring expertise in the areas of image processing, geospatial and statistical analysis, data fusion, and machine learning. A strong background in field studies and experience collaborating with federal agencies (e.g., NOAA, USGS) and the private sector is preferred. The ECE department and College are looking to both: (1) add faculty who will build upon existing strengths in the department, College, University, and CIROH and (2) add faculty who will expand the scope of research here within the department, College, CIROH, and UA as a whole.

The ECE department and College consider teaching, research, and service as the three critical and complimentary portions of their overall mission. Candidates must demonstrate a clear potential to successfully develop, lead, mentor, and extramurally fund a highly productive research group with significant scholarly impact in a focus area with long term potential to further build upon the rapid rise and great success of the ECE department and the College. An ability to collaborate with existing faculty in the key focus areas both within the ECE department and the College, as well as potential colleagues across the campus, is also highly desirable. See for more information.

The department, college and university are notable for the collegial, welcoming and supportive spirit we demonstrate to our students, faculty, and staff; thus candidates must demonstrate an ability to support this aspect of our community. The ECE department and College also pride themselves on the outstanding educational experience provided to their students, and thus faculty candidates must demonstrate an ability to develop and teach courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in the faculty member's area(s) of expertise as well as to teach courses that support the delivery and accreditation of the ECE department's core degree programs.

Appointments to the faculty of The University of Alabama are based on the personnel requirements of the University's academic programs and on the goal of achieving and maintaining excellence in its teaching, research, and service/academic citizenship activities.

Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. Demonstrated a record of prior research work and a record of impactful scholarly publications in refereed journals, conference proceedings, and similarly impactful venues. Demonstrated an outstanding record in electrical engineering or computer engineering education and/or professional service in area(s) of specialization. Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Have 5+ years of experience as a tenure-track/tenured faculty member at a leading peer R1 institution. Demonstrated record of building and sustaining a high quality, productive, and impactful research program including the successful mentoring of graduate students. Demonstrated record of excellent teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Demonstrated record of high-quality research and scholarly journal and conference publications that are recognized nationally and/or internationally. Significant record of scholarship in an academic department with both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Outstanding record of external grant funding.

Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Required application documents include a: (1) cover letter that includes the department name, the rank of position for which the candidate is applying (i.e. Associate Professor in this case), a statement that the candidate is applying for a position related to the water research cluster hire, and a brief description of the area(s) of specialization for the candidate in topics related to water research, including advanced sensor materials and devices, innovative sampling technologies, intelligent sensor signal processing, next-generation Internet of Things (IoT), heterogeneous wireless sensor networks, mobile observation platforms, and how their future research will support water-related research at UA, (2) a resume/curriculum vitae, (3) a four to eight page statement of research interests and plans, (4) a one to two page statement of three teaching interests and plans, and (5) the names and contact information for at least four professional references.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Candidates are encouraged to submit applications before November 15th, 2024. However, the search will continue until the positions are filled. Questions about the position can be directed to the interim department head of electrical and computer engineering, Dr. Kenneth Ricks ( ). Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

About the College of Engineering
As the premier flagship university for the state of Alabama and as one of the first five universities in the nation to offer engineering instruction, The University of Alabama has more than 175 years of proud engineering history. UA's College of Engineering is committed to conducting cutting-edge basic research that advances the frontiers of science and engineering, to translating such fundamental advancements and knowledge through applied research and technology commercialization into impactful solutions which improve the human condition and address the challenges facing humankind, and to using that immersive research environment to provide unparalleled educational experiences and opportunities for our students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. As a College, we pride ourselves on educating and preparing the next generations of engineering and computer science scholars and professionals who will positively shape the future around us . click apply for full job details