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Position Number: 128710 Position Title (Classification Title): Assistant Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering 128710 Job Summary: The UWF Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track position, at the Assistant Professor level specializing in robotics and related systems and tracks. The new Assistant Professor will teach robotics and other Electrical and Computer Engineering related courses and labs providing support to our undergraduate and graduate programs. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a productive research agenda including consistent dissemination of published research, pursuit of externally funded competitive grants, and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students in their capstone senior design projects and theses. Additionally, the position will provide assistance and support in conducting community outreach and student recruiting activities including Emerald Coast BEST Robotics along with relevant service to the department, college, university, community, and discipline. We seek a faculty who will complement existing teaching and research areas within the department, with the potential for collaborative research with departmental and University colleagues. Department Depart of Electrical & Comp Eng FLSA: Exempt Position Qualifications: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a field closely related to robotics from an accredited institution with a strong commitment to teaching, academic research, and service. Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:
This position requires a criminal background screen.
Number of Vacancies 1 Work Hours 8:00-5:00 FTE 1.0 Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience. Pay Basis Annually Preferred Response Date: 1/15/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants: Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a cv, letter of interest and contact information for three references. References will be contacted upon submission of this application. An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850-474-2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.