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University Center for Academic Excellence at UNC Charlotte

Chair & Professor

University Center for Academic Excellence at UNC Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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University Center for Academic Excellence at UNC Charlotte Position Information The mission of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at UNC Charlotte is to develop human and intellectual resources in all disciplines of Electrical and Computer Engineering and their applications in order to foster technological and economic growth in the Charlotte region, the State of North Carolina, and beyond. The Department has a strong partnership with the College’s Energy Production and Infrastructure Center (EPIC), the School of Data Science, the North Carolina Battery Complexity, Autonomous Vehicle and Electrification Research Center (BATT CAVE), The Charlotte Aviation Innovation and Research Institute (AIR Institute), and the University AI Institute. UNC Charlotte has officially joined the top tier of research institutions in the nation with its new R1 designation. This milestone marks a transformative moment for the University, unlocking new opportunities for groundbreaking discoveries, industry partnerships and student success. The Department currently enrolls nearly 570 undergraduate and 160 graduate students and employs 36 Faculty and 6 Staff. The Department offers Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering. Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The Chair will collaboratively lead and grow departmental academic, research, and outreach activities in the context of the Department’s, College’s, and University’s vision and strategic plan. Carrying out long-term, strategic collaborative planning efforts focused on achieving excellence in both teaching and research. Conducting short-term / operational planning and execution; Mentoring, supervising, and supporting faculty and staff members; Supporting faculty research efforts and initiatives by fostering interdisciplinary and industry collaborations and providing resources; Securing external and internal funding; Improving curriculum design, including accreditation planning and review preparation; Performing research and dissemination of scholarly work in relevant field(s) of expertise; and Teaching courses in related areas at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Minimum Experience/Education

UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned doctorate or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline. Preferred Education, Skills And Experience

Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or closely related field. A proven academic record of scholarly accomplishment, teaching, and administrative leadership in electrical or computer engineering or a related field; Demonstrated an ability to work across disciplines to lead a growing, multifaceted department by developing a strong vision for the future; Demonstrated ability to collaborate and build working partnerships nationally and internationally; and, The ability to lead the Department as outlined in the essential job duties. Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.charlotte.edu/ a cover letter, a detailed CV, names and contact information of at least three references, and a two-page statement summarizing the candidate’s approach to academic leadership and their vision and goals for ECE education and research at UNC Charlotte.

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