F0003 Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Optical Engineering
Virginia.govAbout the role
Title: F0003 Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Optical Engineering
State Role Title: Faculty
Hiring Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Norfolk State University
Location: Norfolk State University
Agency Website: Faxed material not accepted
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The College of Science, Engineering, and Technology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Optical Engineering at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will join a cohesive faculty group in Optical and Electrical Engineering and be responsible for full participation in the management and oversight of research and education program offerings for undergraduate and graduate students. Faculty responsibilities include: teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in optical engineering, photonics, and related areas; advising/mentoring undergraduate and graduate students; and participation in departmental activities related to the future growth and direction of Engineering Department programs. Candidates must be prepared to manage a faculty-directed research effort in support of the technical objectives of the Engineering Department, including participation in efforts to integrate quantum and photonic systems and devices into the curriculum and research.
About Engineering at Norfolk State University:
Norfolk State University is a Historically Black University located in the city of Norfolk, Virginia. The Norfolk State campus enrollment is approximately 6,000 students, and the campus has a rich tradition of undergraduate teaching and research. Norfolk State has an emergent focus on semiconductor electronics, artificial intelligence/machine learning, bioengineering, and engineered materials with applications in areas such as biomedicine, advanced signal processing, and space-based technologies. These activities are carried out by interdisciplinary teams that include Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Computer Science faculty. Academic degree programs supported by the Engineering Department include bachelor and master of science degree programs in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, master of science and doctoral degree programs in Materials Science and Engineering, and a bachelor of science degree program in Optical Engineering.
CITY OF NORFOLK:
The home of the largest Naval Base in the world, Norfolk is one of seven cities that make up what is referred to as the Hampton Roads Region, an area that includes Virginia Beach and Colonial Williamsburg. Norfolk has big city amenities and attractions, historic and arts and cultural venues, and cuisines of the Eastern Seaboard. There are numerous parks, riverfronts, lakes, festivals, and beaches: all favorable for weekend getaways and an easy commute to NSU.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field. Candidates must also have the ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in an optical Engineering curriculum, and have a publication record in a relevant technical field. The potential for successful grantsmanship should be demonstrated through the application materials.
Additional Considerations
Preferred qualifications include the ability to design and/or teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the design or application of quantum devices, integrated photonics, or optical design and modeling. Industrial or collegiate experience in the use of cleanroom tools and facilities and a record of funding from federal agencies is also preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
How to Apply: A. Required documentation includes a state application, letter of interest outlining your qualifications and related experience, a statement of your teaching philosophy, a current curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation prior to hire. Questions about this position may be directed to Dr. Patricia F. Mead, Chair, Department of Engineering, 700 Park Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23504, 757(451)-7722, pmead@nsu.edu
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