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Position Number: 1904104
Location: DeKalb, IL
Position Type: Engineering - Industrial & Manufacturing

Assistant Professor, Engineering Technology - 27285

Posting Number: FAC0151P
Classification: Assistant Professor
Job Code: 2000FACUL
Type of Position: F
FTE: 1.00
Representation: Union
Department: Engineering Technology

Position Description Summary:
The College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (CEET) invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Engineering Technology (http://www.niu.edu/ceet/tech) that will begin August 16, 2020. The department offers an M.S. program in Industrial Management and several emphases within its B.S. program, including ABET-accredited programs in Electrical Engineering Technology and Manufacturing Engineering Technology and an ATMAE-accredited program in Industrial Management and Technology, with other emphases focused on Energy and Environmental Technology and Applied Manufacturing Technology. The Department of Engineering Technology is well established and enjoys a solid reputation for its students, its research, and its service to the engineering profession within the regional and national industrial communities. A research start-up package may be available.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Professor is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position that will be expected to have an interest in electrical or mechatronic systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and teach undergraduate/graduate courses (lecture and laboratory) in digital systems design, microcontrollers, mechatronics and other related areas;

Have teaching interests and research experiences in embedded systems, robotics, automation, IoT systems, or closely related areas;

Demonstrate strong potential and commitment for research initiation, pursuit of externally funded projects, publication in refereed journals and strong collaboration with industry;

Advise undergraduate/graduate students (will have the opportunity to advise Ph.D. students from other departments in the college);

Participate in appropriate professional and public services and activities.

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:
Industrial experience will be considered as an asset.

Hiring Rate/Range: Commensurate with education and experience.
Working Hours: Various
Posting Date: 11/26/2019
Closing Date:
Priority Review Date: 02/02/2020
Open Until Filled?

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications should be submitted online at http://employment.niu.edu/postings/49698 and should consist of: a cover letter describing professional background and qualifications; a complete curriculum vitae; a statement of research interest; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the names and contact information of three professional references. All documents must be submitted electronically in a single PDF file.

To apply, visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/49835

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
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TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560