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Offer: Open rank faculty position in Computer Engineering:Lamar University

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Open rank faculty position in Computer Engineering

 

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Posting Number: 2022138
Classification Title:
Position Title: Open rank faculty position in Computer Engineering
FTE: 1.0
FLSA:
income: Commenstrate
Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function:

On December 21, 2023, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board approved Lamar University's request to create a new Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and change the name of the Phillip M. Drayer Electrical Engineering Department to the Phillip M. Drayer Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering effective January 1, 2024. The department hired one Computer Engineering faculty in Fall 2024 and seeks to hire more this academic year. Therefore, we invite applications for one or more full time open rank faculty positions in all areas of Computer Engineering beginning Spring or Fall 2025. The prosperous applicant will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and build a prosperous research program in one or more of the Computer Engineering related areas. Special consideration will be given to the candidates with industrial or research practice in semiconductors & embedded systems, however other computer engineering areas can be considered too. Exceptionally qualified candidates may also be considered for an Endowed position.

What You'll Do - Position Job responsibilities:

The candidate will be expected to help further our mission of educating undergraduate and graduate students in ECE, fostering cross-fertilization with other disciplines, advancing the state-of-the-art expertise in ECE and allied fields through novel and sustained research, serving the public, academic, and industrial communities through consultation, collaborative efforts, dissemination of research results, entrepreneurship, or participation in conferences of professional societies, and valuing different perspectives. Outstanding candidates will be considered for the Gill Endowed Chair of Computer Engineering.

Applications must be submitted electronically and will be reviewed immediately until the position is filled. A complete application packet consists of:
   » A cover letter that reflects candidate's interest and qualification for the position,
   » A curriculum vitae.
   » A brief research statement (maximum of two pages).
   » A brief statement of teaching philosophy (maximum of two pages).
   » Contact information for three professional references.
   » Unofficial copies of all transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon employment).

The deadline for applications is November 15, 2024. Additional information can be found on our website: http://www.lamar.edu. Questions about the positions may be sent to the Department Chair Dr. Abdelnasser Eldek (aeldek@lamar.edu).

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift 25 lbs and be able to execute a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing and walking between buildings.

Minimum Qualifications (Education & practice):
   » B.Sc., M.Sc and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Engineering.
   » Degrees in Electrical Engineering can be accepted if the applicant has research and/or industrial practice in Computer Engineering or related areas.
   » The PhD degree must be earned by August 2025.
   » Candidate must have demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, conducting research, and an capability to attract funded sponsorship in one or more of the research areas related to Computer Engineering.
Preferred Qualifications (Education & practice):
   » Industrial practice in Computer Engineering or related fields.
   » practice in writing research proposals and sustained success in securing external funding.
   » practice in teaching courses in Computer Engineering.
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EEO Statement:
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's PListing reference: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Lamar Expectation of Quality:
Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.

Essential Functions

Posting Detail Information

Open Date: 09/25/2024
Close Date: 11/25/2024
Special Instructions to candidates:
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting: https://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/14699

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
   » * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
   » Yes
   » No
   » * Do you have a B.Sc., M.Sc., and/or Ph.D. degrees in Computer Engineering? Or an Electrical Engineering degree with research and/or industrial practice in Computer Engineering related areas?
   » Yes
   » No
   » * If you are in the process of completing your degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering, will you have earned your degree by December 2024 for candidates joining the department in Spring 2025, or by August 2025 for candidates joining in Fall 2025?
   » Yes
   » No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
   » Resume
   » Letter of Reference 3
   » Unofficial Transcript 1
   » Curriculum Vitae
   » Statement of Teaching Philosophy
   » Cover Letter
   » Research Statement Optional Documents
   » Miscellaneous

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Job Location: New York
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Post Date: 10/18/2024 / Viewed 7 times
Contact Information
Company: Lamar University
Contact Email: aeldek@lamar.edu


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