Posting Number:
F00491P
Position Title:Semiconductors Cluster Hiring - Multiple Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Positions
Department:Provost Office
Location:Arlington
Job Family:Faculty
Position Status:Full-time
Rank:Open-T/TT
Work Hours:Standard
Open to:External and Internal
FLSA:Exempt
Duration:Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis:Monthly
Benefits Eligible:Yes
Job Summary:The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is pleased to announce a Semiconductors cluster hiring initiative. We are seeking outstanding tenure-track/tenured Assistant/Associate/Full Professors whose scholarship focuses on (i) Back-end Technologies and Packaging and (ii) Development of Advanced Semiconductor Materials and Quantum Technologies. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in engineering, science, or related discipline appropriate to the research focus of the cluster. The appointment of a given candidate will be in a relevant department, either in the College of Engineering (COE) or the College of Science (COS), based on the candidate's background. Applicants must show exceptional promise for high-quality research, teaching, professional development, and the ability to build extramurally funded research programs. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprising individuals with various backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.
The appointments are expected to commence September 1, 2024, for the start of the Fall 2024 semester.
Areas of special interest include, but are not limited to:
Back-end Technologies and Packaging (two positions):
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:The successful applicant will be committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service and will be expected to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, build and lead a team of student researchers, implement a program of externally funded research that yields top-tier publications, and contribute to professional service within UTA and the external community. Duties include (1) building and leading a team of Ph.D. researchers and postdocs, (2) developing externally funded research programs that yield top-tier publications, and (3) commitment to quality teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Required Qualifications:Minimum requirements for this position include (1) a Ph.D. or equivalent in one of the disciplines noted above or a related discipline that clearly aligns with a focus on semiconductors research; (2) a strong publication record or potential in the field of expertise; (3) strong research program with existing external funding or potential for funding; and (4) commitment to quality teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
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The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.
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Number of Vacancies:4
Desired Start Date:09/01/2024
Open Until Filled:Yes
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