Clemson University
Assistant Professor - Sensor and Control Engineering
Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina, United States, 29631
Assistant Professor - Sensor and Control Engineering
Clemson University: College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences: Agricultural Sciences
Location:
Edisto Research and Education Center, Blackville, SC Open Date:
Jun 05, 2024 Description Assistant Professor - Sensor and Control Engineering
(9-month, tenure-track 100% Research) Department of Agricultural Sciences Clemson University, Clemson, SC The Department of Agricultural Sciences seeks to fill a 9-month tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. This position will be research focused and will be housed at Clemson's Edisto Research and Education Center in Blackville, South Carolina. The EREC is in an active crop and livestock production area of the state and has served to enhance the agricultural industry of the zone for many decades. With expertise in agronomy, horticulture, integrated pest management, precision agriculture, irrigation, and soils, EREC's mission is to help foster economic development. Regional problem-solving and grower's educational programs at the EREC are emphasized in collaboration with the Cooperative Extension Service. The EREC is also home to the Clemson University Center for Agricultural Technology. It has ten resident faculty, 32 support staff members, and other research and Extension personnel. The Department of Agricultural Sciences is the tenure home for this position. It is an interdisplanary department with broad expertise in agricultural engineering, economics, and education with 25 on-campus and off-campus faculty. General Duties and Responsibilities:
This position will be expected to develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program focusing on improving agricultural operations' sustainability and profitability by developing and applying new technologies. novel sensor design, fabrication, and deployment developing new algorithms and methodologies for processing, analyzing and interpreting sensor data developing machine learning techniques for pattern recognition, anomaly detection, feature extraction and classification of agricultural production data Other responsibilities include supporting and advising students, serving on department/college/university committees, and contributing to professional societies. Qualifications
Ph.D. degree in agricultural engineering, electrical engineering, biosystems engineering, biomechanical engineering, mechanical engineering, or another relevant engineering field with specializing in automation, sensor development, electrical system design or control systems. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in agricultural production or machinery, evidence of research productivity, excellent communication skills, and the potential to secure external funding to support an active research program. Application Instructions
Please submit the following requirements: a letter of interest including contact information; curriculum vitae; a one-page research philosophy; an unofficial transcript from all degree-granting institutions; and contact information for three references. Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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Edisto Research and Education Center, Blackville, SC Open Date:
Jun 05, 2024 Description Assistant Professor - Sensor and Control Engineering
(9-month, tenure-track 100% Research) Department of Agricultural Sciences Clemson University, Clemson, SC The Department of Agricultural Sciences seeks to fill a 9-month tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. This position will be research focused and will be housed at Clemson's Edisto Research and Education Center in Blackville, South Carolina. The EREC is in an active crop and livestock production area of the state and has served to enhance the agricultural industry of the zone for many decades. With expertise in agronomy, horticulture, integrated pest management, precision agriculture, irrigation, and soils, EREC's mission is to help foster economic development. Regional problem-solving and grower's educational programs at the EREC are emphasized in collaboration with the Cooperative Extension Service. The EREC is also home to the Clemson University Center for Agricultural Technology. It has ten resident faculty, 32 support staff members, and other research and Extension personnel. The Department of Agricultural Sciences is the tenure home for this position. It is an interdisplanary department with broad expertise in agricultural engineering, economics, and education with 25 on-campus and off-campus faculty. General Duties and Responsibilities:
This position will be expected to develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program focusing on improving agricultural operations' sustainability and profitability by developing and applying new technologies. novel sensor design, fabrication, and deployment developing new algorithms and methodologies for processing, analyzing and interpreting sensor data developing machine learning techniques for pattern recognition, anomaly detection, feature extraction and classification of agricultural production data Other responsibilities include supporting and advising students, serving on department/college/university committees, and contributing to professional societies. Qualifications
Ph.D. degree in agricultural engineering, electrical engineering, biosystems engineering, biomechanical engineering, mechanical engineering, or another relevant engineering field with specializing in automation, sensor development, electrical system design or control systems. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in agricultural production or machinery, evidence of research productivity, excellent communication skills, and the potential to secure external funding to support an active research program. Application Instructions
Please submit the following requirements: a letter of interest including contact information; curriculum vitae; a one-page research philosophy; an unofficial transcript from all degree-granting institutions; and contact information for three references. Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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