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Opportunity: Open Rank -- CEID, Electrical and Computer Engineering @ University of Texas, San Antonio (US)
Submitted by Ryan V; posted on Tuesday, October 10, 2023
DESCRIPTION:
Position Information:
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering of Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design at the University of Texas at San Antonio invites applications for an Open Rank Tenure-Track/Tenured faculty position starting in fall 2024 at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank in bioinformatics.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA):
As the third-largest of nine academic universities within The University of Texas System, UTSA is a leading public https://hispanicserving.utsa.edu, Carnegie R1 University deeply committed to student success and academic excellence. UTSA specializes in health, cybersecurity, fundamental futures, and human-social development, reflected in its urban-serving mission. UTSA fosters an innovation ecosystem that is accelerating transdisciplinary research through public and private strategic partnerships, home to a myriad of cross-disciplinary research centers and institutes along with research core facilities, and a robust system of research development to create discovery that enables innovative and cutting-edge work. With over 34,000 students supported by more than 1,400 faculty and 5,600 staff and student employees, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan and South Texas region. As one of the few universities designated as both Hispanic Serving Institution and a R1 University, UTSA is committed to both learning and discovery. UTSA is focused on advancing the educational success of many first-generation, low income, underserved, transfer, Veteran, adult learners and international students by a faculty and academic experience second to none. UTSA is focused on promoting social and economic prosperity for our region, where 63% of its students come from San Antonio and South Texas. More than two thirds of UTSA students come from groups traditionally underserved by higher education (with more than half of the student body identifying as Hispanic) and about half of UTSA students are the first in their families to attend a college or university. Additionally, transfer students comprise about 40% of UTSA's total undergraduate population. Further enhancing the already rich mosaic of our student population is UTSA's military community, which makes up approximately 15% of total students and includes active-duty military members, veterans, reserves/guard, and their spouses and dependents. For more information about UTSA, please visit https://www.utsa.edu/about/.
College:
The Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design (KCEID) is home to more than 4,300 undergraduate and graduate students in 9 undergraduate, 16 Masters, and 6 PhD degree programs. The college is supported by over 140 tenure/tenure-track and fixed-term faculty and a dedicated cadre of staff. Each of the KCEID's five units brings unique value for advancing its mission-these include the Departments of Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering and the Schools of Architecture and Urban Planning, and Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction Management., KCEID is also home to 10 research institutions and centers, a student success center, a Large-scale Testing Laboratory, and a Makerspace, supporting research through research and discovery as well as educational excellence. Collectively, these students, faculty and staff within KCEID support KCEID's mission to identify and solve grand challenges where humanity intersects the physical world.
KCEID educational programs are accredited by ABET, the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) and the Council of Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA). For more information about KCEID, please visit https://klesse.utsa.edu.
Department:
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees supporting a dynamic and rapidly growing program. The research activities and experimental facilities have been well supported by various federal research and infrastructure grants. See https://ceid.utsa.edu/electrical-computer/ for details. The Department has approximately 30 faculty members who come from some of the finest institutions in the country and includes NSF CAREER Award winners, Fellows of the IEEE and AAAS, Distinguished University Professors, and a member of the National Academy of Inventors. Many serve in national leadership roles in technical societies such as the IEEE and have industry experiences to complement their academic backgrounds.
Position Summary:
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Texas, San Antonio (UTSA) invites applications for open-rank tenure-track faculty positions starting in Fall 2024 in Bioinformatics.
We invite applications from exceptional candidates in the areas of applications of Artificial Intelligence or machine learning techniques in research areas such as computational biology, systems biology, biomedical image analysis, and data engineering including data acquisition, storage, organization, analysis, or visualization, and other emerging areas that would complement existing strengths within the Department. The preferred candidate needs to demonstrate knowledge in cancer research, computational neuroscience, infectious disease, precision therapeutics, health disparities, and -omics data analysis. We are seeking colleagues to foster collaborative research, education, and outreach and create transdisciplinary areas of knowledge that will advance the field of neuroscience human performance at our College of Science and Biomedical Engineering at the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will possess:
- Doctorate in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, bioinformatics, or related field by the time of hire
- Outstanding academic credentials that clearly demonstrate the ability to conduct independent and successful research in their areas of expertise, and to build cross-disciplinary research programs. For assistant professor candidates, demonstration of a solid research agenda, high-impact publications, and external funding capability are preferred
- Excellent communications skills with a commitment to engage in a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education in areas of electrical and computer engineering
- Responsibilities for the position include research, teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and program development
- Demonstrate ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of all students and supports student success
Preferred additional qualifications for senior ranks:
- Experience in an academic supervisory capacity/leadership position
- Experience with ABET accreditation
- Knowledge of innovative curriculum development and implementation
- Experience with fiscal management responsibilities
- Leadership in professional organizations
TERMS:
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full Time
LOCATION:
San Antonio, TX
HOW TO APPLY:
Application packages should be submitted to the UTSA jobs website (https://www.utsa.edu/people-excellence/careers/faculty-positions.html). Job ID 10814. Each application should upload the following in a single PDF document:
- A current curriculum vitae
- Complete contact information for at least three professional references
- A vision statement for the department/school
- A research statement (3 page limit)
- A teaching statemen (2 page limit)
All applications received by November 10, 2023, will be given priority consideration. Applications received after that date will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Applicants selected for interviews must show proof that they will be eligible and qualified to work in the United States by the time of hire. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. For those seeking rank as an Associate Professor with tenure, the required qualifications include a doctorate in a relevant discipline, outstanding research, and teaching records. Tenure is contingent upon the Board of Regents' approval, and applicants must show a demonstrated commitment.
POLICY:
EEO/AA Statement:
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.
This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Applicants selected for interviews must show proof that they will be eligible and qualified to work in the United States by the time of hire. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. For those seeking rank as an Associate Professor with tenure, the required qualifications include a doctorate in a relevant discipline, outstanding research, and teaching records. Tenure is contingent upon the Board of Regents' approval, and applicants must show a demonstrated commitment.
To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to https://apptrkr.com/4671891
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