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Assistant/Associate Professor

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Applicants should complete the application online and should submit a cover letter, CV, research vision, teaching philosophy, and three contacts who can provide letters of recommendation. Applications will be evaluated beginning on December 6, 2023.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Assistant/Associate Professor
Posting Number P1491F
Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary
The Auburn University Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering (ISE) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the field of systems engineering with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2024. The position is open to all sub-fields of systems engineering, with particular interest in: 1) systems engineering and artificial intelligence; 2) systems of systems; 3) model-based systems engineering; 4) cognitive systems engineering; 5) desire candidates with applications in cyber-security and cyber-physical systems, manufacturing and service operations, and/or military and security systems.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish a strong extramurally-funded research program, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, contribute to mentoring students, participate in outreach, and provide service to the department, college, and university. The successful candidate is expected to bring experience, innovation, enthusiasm, and leadership to the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Eligible candidates must hold an earned doctorate in Industrial and Systems Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline at the time of employment.
Minimum Qualifications
Eligible candidates must hold an earned doctorate in Industrial and Systems Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline at the time of employment.
Candidates selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time of employment and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.
Desired Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should complete the application online and should submit a cover letter, CV, research vision, teaching philosophy, and three contacts who can provide letters of recommendation. Applications will be evaluated beginning on December 6, 2023.
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References required for this position? Yes
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Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Transcripts
  3. Curriculum Vitae
  4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  5. Statement of Research and/or Goals
Optional Documents
  1. Statement of Leadership Vision
  2. Other Documentation