Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering multiple positions available
Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering multiple positions available
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$ 95000 - 110000
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Job Description
About the Positions
Exceptional scholars from all fields of electrical and computer engineering are encouraged to apply especially those who bring expertise in hardware security embedded systems or robotics.
The positions involve developing and teaching labbased electrical and computer engineeringcourses conducting research advising students engaging with the community and contributing service to support the electrical and computer engineering program and the two positions offer a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of the growth and development of the program including the development of new curricula research areas and laboratory facilities.
The positions require a strong commitment to teaching and scholarshipthat supports the departmentsmission. Responsibilities include teaching core and service courses in electrical and computer engineering as well as developing and teaching advanced courses in the candidates area of specialization. Scholarship responsibilities includedeveloping and maintaining a relevant program of scholarship that engages our students. It is expected that the successful candidate will fulfill working teaching and mentoring responsibilities in ways that provide an equitable and inclusive environment for all students faculty and staff.
About the Electrical and Computer Engineering Program
As stated in the departments mission the engineering programs in the Engineering and Design Departmenthave a strong commitment to teaching and scholarshipthat develops industryready graduates through a combination of creative problemsolving analytical skills development and experiential learning. Most courses have a strong laboratory component to prepare students with the modern tools and processes used in industry.
The Department and the College of Science and Engineering are committed to creating equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for their students faculty and staff.A number of facultyled initiatives and committees focus on accessibility diversity equity and inclusion in the classroom and clubs such as the Society of Women Engineers Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) and Out in Science are also vital to advancing inclusion within the College.
About the University
Western Washington University is a public institution that was founded in 1893 and is comprised of about 15000 students. It is recognized as one of the top public mastersgranting universities in the Pacific Northwest according to the 2024 US News & World Report. The Chronicle of Higher Education names Western as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for winning honors in two categories: teaching environment and tenure clarity and process.
Western Washington University is located in scenic Bellingham Washington a coastal town of about 100000 residents nestled between the mountains of the North Cascades and the waters of Puget opportunities abound nearby including biking skiing hiking sailing kayaking and city is roughly 60 miles south of Vancouver British Columbia and 90 miles north of Seattle Washington each with a lively cosmopolitan atmosphere and home to many leading technology companies.
Western Washington University is committed to making continuous progress to advance accessibility diversity equity and inclusion (ADEI) so that all community members feel safe supported and included. To learn more about Westerns ADEI initiatives please visit Qualifications
- One of the following:
- A Ph.D. in electrical and/or computer engineering or a closely related discipline at the time of application or ABD at the time of application. If ABD all degree requirements must be completed by June 15thof the first year of employment.
- An earned MS degree in electrical and/or computer engineering or a closely related discipline with significant recent and relevant industrybased professional experience.
- Teaching and research interests and experience that are closely aligned with themissionof the Department.
- Commitment to cultivating learning environments that are accessible equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds.
- Commitment and ability to teach core courses service courses and advanced courses in areas relevant to electrical and computer engineering. This includes the commitment and ability to develop and teach graduatelevel courses as part of the planned new masters program.
- Commitment and ability to maintain a relevant program of scholarly activity.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Teaching and research interests in the areas ofhardware security embedded systems or robotics.
- Successful prior teaching experience in areas relevant to electrical and computer engineering.
- Recent relevant experience in industry industrysponsored grants commercialization and/or industry relations.
- Demonstrated ability and experience in developing programs or scholarship relevant to cultivating learning environments that are accessible equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds.
Conditions of Employment
All employees must comply with our Immunization policies includingProof of Rubeola Measles Immunitywithin 60days of hire. Please reach out toif you need information regarding medical or religious exemption and applicable accommodations.
Salary
The starting salary range for assistant professor appointment tenuretrack is generally between $95000$100000 with placement within the positions salary range being based on qualifications and professional experience. The entire salary range for the assistant professor position is $95000$110000 with the upper end of the salary range typically being achieved through collectively bargained salary adjustments.
Benefits Information
Bargaining Unit
United Faculty of Western Washington
Application Instructions
All applications must include the following six items. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Application
A statement that addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications for the position your ability and commitment to fulfill the position responsibilities and your available starting date. - Teaching Statement
A statement of your teaching experience interests and plans for teaching core advanced and graduatelevel courses and any experience teaching or coordinating undergraduate student projects particularly any that were industrysponsored. Include a summary of teaching evaluations if applicable. - Research Statement
A statement of your research experience and interests. Include any research experience that involved undergraduate or graduate student mentoring and/or collaboration with industry. - Accessibility Diversity Equity and Inclusion Statement
A statement of demonstrated commitment to accessibility diversity equity and inclusion in teaching scholarship and/or service. Please provide details of your experience and previous contributions to accessibility diversity equity and inclusion efforts and their impact on students faculty staff and/or your field; describe how you will demonstrate a commitment in these areas in teaching research and/or service at Western (for context and clarification of our expectations we encourage you to viewthe web page names and contact information of at least three professional references. Please do not send letters of recommendation; references for shortlisted candidates will be directly contacted.
Review of applications will start December 1 2024 and will continue until the positions are filled.
Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse broadly trained faculty and staff. Women minorities people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race color creed religion national origin sex (including pregnancy and parenting status) disability age veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities including employment admissions and educational programs. See WWUs Policy onEnsuring Equal Opportunity and Prohibiting Discrimination and Retaliation. Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance Title IX and ADA Coordinator Western Washington University Old Main 126 (MSHigh Street Bellingham WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay);
WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request an accommodation please contactHuman Resources Disability Services 360.650.3751 or 711 (Washington Relay).
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All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service before beginning work at WWU. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires and rehires which includes a sexual misconduct background check.
Employment Type
Full Time
