AI and Machine Learning Assistant ProfessorProfessional Practice Assistant Professor
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Job Description
Overview
Utah State Universitys Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) invites applications to fill two faculty positions in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML): one tenuretrack position (research and teaching) and one professional practice position (teaching emphasis). It is expected that these positions will be filled at either the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We seek applicants with crossdisciplinary backgrounds whose expertise lies at the intersection of AI/ML and electrical engineering. Preference will be given to applicants whose research and/or work experience applies AI/ML to problems in electrical engineering including but not limited to:
- Signal processing communications radar
- Control robotics drones/UAVs
- Electromagnetics antennas
- Speech and natural language processing
- Remote sensing computer vision
- Electric power systems
- Cybersecurity computer networks cryptography
The search committee will begin reviewing applications on November 1 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Possible start dates coinciding with USUs semester schedule are January 2025 and August 2025.
Responsibilities
Successful candidates for the tenuretrack position will be expected to develop an externally funded research program that includes peerreviewed publications and graduate student mentorship. Both tenuretrack and professional practice positions are expected to effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses actively participate in assigned department and university duties and serve their professional society. Ideal candidates will have an interest in developing new courses and degree programs in AI/ML and its applications to engineering.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Tenure Track Appointment
- An earned doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Mathematics Statistics or a closely related discipline.
- An ability to conduct and disseminate research that applies AI/ML to problems in the electrical engineering domain.
- An ability to develop courses in AI/ML and effectively teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in AI/ML and the candidates specific area of research emphasis in accordance with departmental needs.
- An ability to apply for and secure ongoing external funding.
Preferred Qualifications Tenure Track Appointment
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience building and deploying AI/ML systems.
Minimum Qualifications Professional Practice Appointment
- An earned MS degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Mathematics Statistics or equivalent work experience.
- Strong industrial commercial consulting or research experience in AI/ML systems.
- An ability to develop courses in AI/ML and effectively teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in AI/ML and the candidates specific area of research emphasis in accordance with departmental needs.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications Professional Practice Appointment
- Effective teaching or mentoring experience.
- Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Mathematics Statistics or a closely related discipline.
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
- Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV.
The documents listed below to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 110:
- Cover letter summarizing your motivation qualifications experience and career goals.
- A concise statement of your proposed research program including how your research synthesizes AI/ML and engineering topics.
- A brief teaching statement that explains your approach to teaching and describes AI/ML courses you would like to develop and existing ECE courses you would like to teach.
- Names and contact information of three professional references (reference letters will only be solicited from final candidates).
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.
College/Department Highlights
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac12 Conference beginning in theseason. The Aggies longstanding tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources ator.
*updated 02/2025
Notice of Nondiscrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs nondiscrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of EquityMatthew PinnerDistance Education Rm.
Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael Distance Education Rm.
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322
For further information regarding nondiscrimination please visit or contact:
U.S. Department of EducationOffice of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
