Assistant Professor in Advanced Microelectronics Engineering and Advanced Manufa
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Position Details

Working Position Title
Assistant Professor in Advanced Microelectronics Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing Technologies (6311)
Classification Title
Assistant Professor
Position Number
00006311
Posting Date
01/17/2024
Closing Date

Priority Review Date
02/18/2024
Business Unit Description
Faculty
Full-Time/Part Time
Full-Time
FTE
1.00
Position Status
Regular
FLSA
Exempt
Job Code
2000
Union Representation
Union
Union Code
N/A
Unit/Department
Electrical Engineering
College/Unit
College of Eng & Eng Tech Dean
Division
Academic Division
Location
EB 330
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
https://www.niu.edu/CEET/academics/electrical-engineering/index.shtml and https://www.niu.e
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview
The College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (CEET) invites applications for an anticipated tenure-track assistant professor position in advanced microelectronics engineering and advanced manufacturing technologies, jointly between Electrical Engineering and Engineering Technology Departments at Northern Illinois University (NIU). This tenure track position appointment will begin fall 2024. The candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability to develop a highly successful independent research program in advanced microelectronics engineering and advanced manufacturing. Successful candidates are expected to teach highly effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and should have a strong potential for generating external funding for their research program and preferably have post-doctoral research experience or industry experience.

The Departments of Electrical Engineering and Engineering Technology are fully accredited by ABET and are well established and enjoy a solid reputation for graduating functional engineers, research, and service to the community and profession. Each of the departments are approximately the same size in terms of faculty and students. In terms of faculty, the Department of Electrical Engineering consists of 8 full-time faculty members, and the Department of Engineering Technology has 9 full-time faculty members. In terms of students, there are approximately 200 undergraduate and 40 graduate students in the Department of Electrical Engineering, while the Department of Engineering Technology has approximately 200 undergraduate and 10 graduate students.

The Department of Electrical Engineering also offers M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering. Laboratories for microelectronics, signal processing, biomedical, and power electronics are well established in Department of Electrical Engineering. In particular, Department of Electrical Engineering has an approximately 10,000 sq. ft. microelectronics facility with approximately 3,500 sq. ft. of Class 100 clean room for microelectronics, MEMS, and sensor fabrication, research, and teaching.

The Department of Engineering Technology offers M.S. in Industrial Management and Technology and has well established Laboratories for Computer-Aided-Design, Automation, Machining, CNC Machines, Metal Fabrication and Welding, Robotics and PLC, Controls, Electronics, Electric Machines, Renewable Energy, Plastic, Fluid Power, Metrology, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), and Building Energy Efficiency, Ergonomics and Management (BEEEAM).

Strong ties with industries and national laboratories in the Northern Illinois region, including Argonne and Fermi, have helped CEET faculty attract externally funded research projects on a regular basis. NIU is located 65 miles west of Chicago and has 16,000 students. NIU's vision is to be the premier student-centered, research-focused public university in the Midwest contributing to the advancement of knowledge for the benefit of the people of the region, the state, the nation, and the world. The College of Engineering and Engineering Technology also has well established Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering, and Industrial & Systems Engineering. In addition, the College has relatively new B.S. degree programs in Biomedical Engineering and Mechatronics Engineering. For questions with this position and application, please contact Co-Chairs Drs. Shun Takai (stakai@niu.edu) and Donald Zinger (dzinger@niu.edu).

Position Summary
The Assistant Professor serves in a joint tenure track assistant professor appointment between the Departments of Electrical Engineering and Engineering Technology. They are expected to teach highly effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and should have a strong potential for generating external funding for their research program and preferably have post-doctoral research experience or industry experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Teach undergraduate courses in electrical engineering and engineering technology and graduate level courses in microelectronics engineering and advanced manufacturing
  • Establish a strong, externally funded research program
  • Actively serve the departments, college, university, and community
  • Conduct collaborative research with faculty across our campus

Minimum Required Qualifications
  • A Ph.D. in any engineering or technology area/field.

Additional Requirements
  • Strong commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment

Preferred Qualifications
  • A Ph.D. preferably in electrical engineering or in engineering technology
  • Experience in advanced microelectronics and advanced manufacturing

Physical Demands Summary
N/A
Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date
Fall 2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year
0.75
Standard Hours Per Week
37.50
Salary
Commensurate with experience and qualifications; NIU offers a robust benefits package.
Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range
See above
Earn Type
Salary
Application Procedure

Application Procedure
For full consideration, prospective applicants should visit ttps://employment.niu.edu/postings/76062 to either create an applicant profile or use an existing one to apply, and submit the following materials by February 18, 2024. All documents must be submitted electronically in a single PDF file:

  • Curriculum vitae of professional development that includes contact information for at least three references;
  • Application letter summarizing their qualifications;
  • Statement of teaching philosophy including applications of pedagogy (limit 2 pages);
  • Concise research plan with future objectives along with potential funding sources (limit 3 pages);
  • A statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion

Applications submitted after February 18 are welcomed, and will be considered as needed.

For applicants holding Ph.D. degrees from non-U.S. academic institution(s): Degree credentials (i.e., transcripts and other academic records) that do not conform to standard U.S. format must undergo a course-by-course evaluation by the World Evaluation Services (WES), or another organization approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, as part of the application packet. Also, if the official transcript(s) and other academic records are not in English, then they must be accompanied by a notarized translation. All costs associated with the evaluation service and notarization is covered by the applicant.

Special Instructions
N/A

Quick Link to Applicant
https://employment.niu.edu/postings/76062
Is Background Check Required
Yes
EEO Statement Summary

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
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560


Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.


ADA Accommodation
NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu.

Safety Information
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Read the Annual Safety and Security Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-1649 for a hard copy.

Read the Fire Safety Report. Contact the Department of Environmental Health and Safety at 815-753-0404 for a hard copy.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Single PDF file (all required materials combined)
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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