Assistant/Associate Professor
Texas State University

Position Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor

Job Posting Number:

2025037TTL

Job Location:

San Marcos

Department:

College of Science & Engineering

Position Description:

The College of Science and Engineering at Texas State University has a highly successful and broad-based electronic materials research enterprise encompassing most of the commercially relevant semiconductor materials systems. Commercial applications include power electronics, broadband wireless amplifiers, opto-electronic devices, solar cell devices, magnetic devices, superconductor quantum computing devices, and novel semiconductor sensors among others. Our current electronic materials research faculty are highly innovative and are overseeing cutting-edge funded projects to develop and advance semiconductor materials' properties to enable novel device performance. In partnership with TIE, the university is using funding from the Chips Act to develop technologies and workforce for semiconductor manufacturing.

The College of Science and Engineering invites applications for two tenure-track positions at a rank of Assistant/Associate Professor who will engage and collaborate with our electronic materials faculty to innovate and produce state-of-the-art semiconductor devices by being aligned with one or more of the following research areas: semiconductor manufacturing, growth device modeling, design, fabrication, and/or testing. Appointments at Professor rank may be considered for exceptional applicants.

The successful candidates will be expected to:

• Increase the research capabilities of the College of Science and Engineering in semiconductor devices, device simulation, and/or design, novel processing, materials, and/or manufacturing
• Exhibit a strong commitment to student-centered teaching and advising at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Participate in curriculum and program development
• Build partnerships with external stakeholders, including industry professionals, government agencies, and corporations
• Perform professional and university service
• Have experience in one or more of the following:
  • Novel semiconductor device design and fabrication
  • Emerging semiconductor devices; mixed column IV, III-Vs, III-Nitrides, Oxides, perovskites, magnetic and/or superconductor thin films
  • Integrated circuits (digital, analog, mixed signal, RF & millimeter-wave, and photonic) for applications such as high power and high-speed electronics, RF, and microwave power devices
  • Quantum devices and systems, neuromorphic and in-memory computing, and optoelectronics

Required Qualifications:

At the Assistant Professor level:

• An earned doctorate in electrical engineering, physics or a closely related discipline.
• Potential to establish an externally funded, nationally recognized research program.
• A research agenda in one or more of the following areas: semiconductor manufacturing, device modeling, design, fabrication, and/or testing.
• Evidence of strong teaching abilities and the potential for success in graduate and undergraduate settings encompassing classroom instruction and teaching laboratories.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.

At the Associate Professor Level:

• An earned doctorate in electrical engineering, physics or a closely related discipline.
• A record of excellence in scholarship, teaching, and service; established national and international reputation; and demonstrated leadership experience commensurate with a tenured appointment at the rank of associate professor in either the Engineering or Physics department, or joint appointment.
• Evidence of a nationally and internationally recognized research agenda and a publication record with contributions in semiconductor materials and devices.
• An established and current funding record in writing, securing, and administering external grants, externally funded research, and/or corporate gifts.
• Proven ability of excellence in teaching as the instructor of record in undergraduate and graduate courses in ABET Accredited Electrical Engineering or discipline-equivalent programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

At the Assistant Professor level:

• An ability to work collaboratively with faculty across multiple departments and programs.
• Industrial, or post-doctoral experience (in an area of expertise that complements those of the department faculty).
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: semiconductors materials and device manufacturing, with possible intersections with AI and ML.
• An ability to effectively mentor EE students at all levels.
  
  

At the Associate Professor Level:

• An ability to work collaboratively with faculty across multiple departments and programs.
• Industrial, or post-doctoral experience (in an area of expertise that complements those of the department faculty).
• Knowledge about accreditation procedures and deliverables.
• Demonstrated experience in semiconductors materials and/or device manufacturing, with possible intersections with AI and ML.
• Record of being PI of several funded research in Semiconductor related areas.
• An ability to effectively mentor students at all levels.

Application Procedures:

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50583

To assure full consideration, applications must be submitted by January 31, 2025.

The following documentation must be included in the application.

1. Cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications
2. Curriculum vitae highlighting
   • Educational background
   • List of professional and post-doctoral employments
   • List of published peer-reviewed articles
   • List of funded research proposals, with role, funding amount, percent allocated to the candidate if not sole PI, and funding agency
   • List of courses taught as the Instructor of Record or as another role
   • List of professional services

3. Statement of research including past research accomplishments and outlining areas of expertise that complement the semiconductor materials/device research.
4. Teaching statement including teaching philosophy, prior teaching experience, and future teaching interests
5. Names and contact information, including email, phone, and address, for three professional references (included in the Reference Letter section of the application)

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.Proposed Start Date:

Fall 2025

Posting Date:

11/22/2024

Review Date:

01/31/2025

Open Until Filled?:

Yes

EEO/AA Statement:

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible.

Record Checks and Verifications:

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment:

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State?:

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50583

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