Asst Professor - Electrical Engineering & Computer Science

JOB TITLE:   

Assistant Professor

JOB PURPOSE:   

Tenure-track faculty position in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain a strong research program and work with colleagues in the department to develop educational and research in Statistical Signal Processing and Applications.

The successful candidates’ responsibilities will include developing a vigorous independent research program supported by external grant funding, high-quality teaching and mentoring; and working collaboratively with faculty and staff, service to the university and state.

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• A PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Excellent communication, organization, and team collaboration skills.
• Ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the university’s continuing commitment to diversity and inclusive learning and research.
• Research productivity in Statistical Signal Processing and Applications as demonstrated by the number and quality of publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or other relevant research impact (e.g., peer-reviewed datasets, scientific software, or other complementary assessments of impact and influence). 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Experience and/or demonstrated potential to develop an externally funded research program in Statistical Processing and Applications
• Experience in teaching undergraduate or graduate courses in the discipline.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to mentor undergraduate, and the development and delivery of training material. 

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following separate documents for a complete application: (1) cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) research and teaching statements, and (4) contact information for four work-related references (to be contacted only for finalists). The candidate’s cover letter should concisely address how professional qualifications align with those outlined for the position. 

Questions about the position may be addressed to the search committee chair Dr. Dongliang Duan dduan@uwyo.edu. Application process questions should be addressed to Amelia Dolly at at adolly@uwyo.edu.  

The appointment will be a tenure-track position as outlined in the University of Wyoming regulations. 

About the Department

UW is a thriving, land-grant research university with over 100 million dollars annually in research funding. It is the only state funded university in Wyoming and thus receives excellent support from the state. UW is located in Laramie, Wyoming, 130 miles northwest of Denver. Laramie has a reasonable cost of living and easy access to outdoor activities in the Rocky Mountain region. UW draws over 13,000 students from all 50 states and more than 90 countries. Additional information is available at http://www.uwyo.edu/eecs, http://www.uwyo.edu/ceps and http://www.laramie.org.

The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (CEPS) of the University of Wyoming includes 10 departments and the newly formed School of Computing. The College prides itself on research innovation, teaching excellence, industrial engagement, and broader societal impact. With a significantly increased budget, we have embarked on a transformational journey to become a Tier-1 Institution, recognized nationally for academic excellence and world-class research. This includes new state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated funding for research initiatives. We are hiring a cohort of new faculty across the College, and we seek to attract a diverse and inclusive group of talented early-stage faculty and established researchers.

 UW is well-known for its research in signal processing applied to power, which is a critical area for Wyoming, has had a steady stream of funding from various agencies to support the research and has long-standing collaborations with several universities and national labs.

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity.  In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/