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Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice - Electrical Engineering - 202869
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Position Number: 4451491
Location: Cullowhee, NC
Position Type: Engineering - Electrical

Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice - Electrical Engineering - 202869

Western Carolina University

Department: School of Engineering & Technology

About WCU: Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes Best Employers lists each year. Including: 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries. 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries. 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes Americas Best Employers by State list. Western Carolina University is the UNC systems westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary: The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

This is a nine-month fixed-term position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice. Rank will be determined at point of hire. Responsibilities include teaching; advising; course and curriculum development; engagement with regional business and industry; a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and other service duties as assigned. Scholarship opportunities are available for the candidates who are interested in pursuing them. Anticipated start date is August 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Applicants will teach at the undergraduate level in one or more of the following areas:

Digital and Computer Systems, and Embedded Control
Analog and Digital Communications
Robotics, Automation, and PLCs
Signal Processing
Electromagnetics
Power Systems, Electric Machines, Power Electronics

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this position:

Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely-related field is required prior to the starting date.

Preferred Qualifications: A Doctor of Philosophy degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely-related field is preferred. Three years or more of relevant industry experience, or documented equivalent, are preferred. Teaching experiences at the college level, including lab courses, are preferred.Applicants with laboratory and practical experiences are highly desirable. Applicants with experience in more than one area of need will be reviewed favorably.

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants: Candidates must submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and pedagogical plans, unofficial transcripts, and complete contact information for a minimum of three professional references to complete the application process.For additional information or questions contact Dr. Yanjun Yan: telephone 828-227-2648, visit http://et.wcu.edu, or email yyan@wcu.edu

AA/EOE
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

University Safety
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/27172