Assistant Professor of Instruction, Electrical Eng at University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida

Job Description:

Department: Electrical Engineering

College/Division: College of Engineering/Academic Affairs

Salary Plan: Faculty

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: Negotiable

Organizational Summary:

The Department of Electrical Engineering at USF has 23 tenure-track/tenured track faculty members and 2 professors of instruction hailing from some of the finest institutions in the country. Among these faculty we have NSF CAREER Award winners, Fellows of the IEEE, AAAS, AIMBE, and Distinguished University Professors. Many serve in national leadership roles in technical societies, such as the IEEE, and have industry experience to complement their academic backgrounds. This diversity in our faculty enriches the learning experiences of our students. The Department of Electrical Engineering offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees and serves approximately 600 undergraduate students, 120 M.S., students and 80 Ph.D. students. The department also leads the newly established MS in Cybersecurity degree in collaboration with sister departments in the college of engineering. Our faculty are active in research areas spanning machine learning applications in IoT, speech, computer vision, wireless communications, nano/microfabrication, RF MEMS and IC's, radar, wireless and microwave systems, renewable energy source integration and smart grid automation, cybersecurity, data analytics, systems and control theory, robotics, electronic materials for sensors and energy applications, and more. Substantial collaborations with CyberFlorida , the Institute of Applied Engineering , and Moffitt Cancer Center are part of the department's growing research activities. Research expenditures for 2023 were $4.8 million.

Established in 1964 and currently led by the Interim Dean Sanjukta Bhanja, the College of Engineering at the University of South Florida is ranked #56 among public institutions (#85 overall) by U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 engineering graduate school rankings . The college serves more than 7,500 students, offering 11 bachelor's programs, nine of which are ABET-accredited, as well as 13 master's and eight doctoral degree programs. The college is actively engaged in local and global research activities, with approximately $46 million in research expenditures for the fiscal year 20223-2024. The college has 12 major research centers and institutes and is actively engaged in local and global research activities focused on sustainability, biomedical engineering, computing technology and transportation. The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is committed to shaping the future in a community that cherishes justice, accessibility, and meaningful participation by all of its members (USF Principles of Community). Toward this vision, USF has earned widespread national recognition for its success graduating under-represented minority and limited-income students at rates equal to or higher than white and higher income students. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Position Summary:

The Department of Electrical Engineering in the College of Engineering invites applications for non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Instruction position. The position is expected to commence August 2025. Candidates from all areas in electrical and computer engineering are encouraged to apply. The department's curriculum areas include Computer Architecture and Operating Systems, High-Performance Computing, Communication Systems and Computer Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Wireless Circuits and Systems, Bioelectrical Systems, Energy and Power Systems, Mechatronics, Robotics, Embedded Systems, Micro and Nano-Scale Systems, and Hardware and Systems Security, with a strong emphasis on applied, hands-on learning. An Assistant Professor of Instruction is expected to engage in activities such as teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, supervision of senior design capstone projects, course development, academic and professional formation, student advising and mentoring, support student organizations such as the student chapters of IEEE, HKN, IEEE-PES, etc., and departmental activities such as curriculum development and accreditation process.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, educational research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred candidates should have completed or be near completion of a Ph.D. in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering or a closely related field.

Proven record of project-based learning, innovative teaching methods for active learning, teaching and/or pedagogical publications or conference presentations and professional development activities such as certificates and workshops especially in the areas of teaching and learning. Successful candidates must be committed to the academic success of students, broadening participation in engineering, and support collaborations with areas of excellence across the university and beyond.

Additional Information for Applicants:

An application package should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements describing research and teaching experience and goals, and the names and contact information of at least three references (one of which must be the current immediate supervisor of the applicant). Applicants must electronically submit the application packet as one PDF file. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by November 25, 2024.

This job is subject to Foreign Influence Screening: During the 2021 Florida legislative session, House Bill 7017 ("HB 7017") was passed and later signed into law by Governor DeSantis. The new law modifies a variety of Florida Statutes to address concerns regarding improper foreign influence. With regard to employment at major research institutions like the University of South Florida, the new law requires thorough review of certain applicants for positions involving research.

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Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 37984

Posting Date: 10/23/2024

Posting End Date: 01/11/2025

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Equal Employment Opportunity

USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.

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Federal Rights

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Work Location

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About USF

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF

With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.

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