104 Sciences and Technology: other jobs

Department: Natural Sciences - Apply Now! Campus: Pensacola Contact: Dr. Hikmat BC Email: hbc@pensacolastate.edu Phone: 850-484-1106 Qualifications: A master’s degree in Meteorology, or a master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Meteorology. Successful results of a background check are required''' Applications, prospective employee information and benefits can be found on the Employment Page .

Department: Engineering Technology - Apply Now! Campus: Pensacola Contact: Mr. Mike Listau Email: mlistau@pensacolastate.edu Phone: (850) 484-2586 Qualifications: Adjunct instructors are needed to teach Electronic Engineering Technology (EET) courses relating to electronic and digital circuit fundamentals, electronic devices, linear circuits, PLC, Instrumentation/process control and motor controls. The students will acquire the skills and hands-on experience with fundamental electronic circuits and appropriate test equipment along with electronic circuit software. QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field and two years related work experience. Appropriate certifications may substitute for required work experience. The successful results of a criminal background check are required. '' Applications, prospective employee information and benefits can be found on the Employment Page .

Department: Natural Sciences - Apply Now! Campus: Pensacola Contact: Dr. Hikmat BC (hbc@pensacolastate.edu) Email: hbc@pensacolastate.edu Phone: (850) 484-1106 Qualifications: Minimum qualifications: Graduation from an a regionally accredited institution with a master's degree in field or a master's degree with 18 graduate hours in field. Successful results of a criminal background check are required. '''' Applications, prospective employee information and benefits can be found on the Employment Page .

Department: Natural Sciences - Apply Now! Campus: Pensacola Contact: Dr. Hikmat BC Email: hbc@pensacolastate.edu Phone: 850-484-1106 Qualifications: A master’s degree in Astronomy, or a master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Astronomy. Successful results of a background check are required.''' Applications, prospective employee information and benefits can be found on the Employment Page .

Department: Adult Education - Apply Now! Campus: Century Center Contact: Mr. Joseph Kyle Email: jkyle@pensacolastate.edu Phone: (850) 484-2132 Qualifications: Adjunct openings are not for a specific opening throughout the academic year. A bachelor’s degree is required. Teaching experience at the middle and/or high school level or higher is preferred. Successful results of a criminal background check is required.''''' Applications, prospective employee information and benefits can be found on the Employment Page .

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position in Computational Materials Chemistry Department of Chemistry University of Massachusetts Amherst The Department of Chemistry at the University of Massachusetts (UMass) Amherst is embarking on a strategic hiring program enabled by a $102M investment in the new Physical Sciences building and a $45M investment in the University's core facilities. UMass is also a member of the consortium for Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center (MGHPCC). We are seeking talented applicants for a tenure-track faculty at Assistant Professor to begin September 2020 or thereafter. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration. We seek applicants who will develop or continue vigorous research programs in computational materials chemistry.

The School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University is seeking applications for tenured or tenure-track positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in any area of Computer Engineering. We are particularly interested in candidates in computer systems and computer security. All aspects of computer systems will be considered such as computer networks, mobile computing, operating systems, dependability, and embedded systems. Similarly, all aspects of computer security will be considered including data security and privacy, network security, software security, and systems security. These positions are part of a continued expansion in a large-scale hiring effort across key strategic areas in the College of Engineering. Purdue Engineering is pursuing significant new growth and initiatives in Computer & Information Systems Engineering within ECE. These are evidenced by recent strategic investments by the college, ECE, and external sponsors in centers such as C-BRIC, PurPL, and CRISP. The School is an integral part of Purdue’s College of Engineering. Purdue Engineering is one of the largest and highest-ranked engineering colleges in the nation (8th for graduate programs and 9th for undergraduate per US News and World Report, 2019) and renowned for top-notch faculty, students, unique research facilities, and a culture of collegiality and excellence. The College goal of Pinnacle of Excellence at Scale is guiding strategic growth in new directions, by investing in people, exciting initiatives , and facilities . Purdue and the College of Engineering have a Concierge Program that provides dual career assistance and relocation services.    

Baylor University is a private Christian university and a nationally ranked research institution, consistently listed with highest honors among The Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For.” The University is recruiting new faculty with a deep commitment to excellence in teaching, research and scholarship. Baylor seeks faculty who share in our aspiration to become a tier one research institution while strengthening our distinctive Christian mission as described in our strategic vision , Pro Futuris ( www.baylor.edu/profuturis/ ), and academic strategic plan, Illuminate ( www.baylor.edu/illuminate ). As the world’s largest Baptist University, Baylor offers over 40 doctoral programs and has more than 17,000 students from all 50 states and more than 85 countries. Baylor seeks to fill the following faculty position in the Department of Biology: Assistant Professor of Aquatic Microbial Ecology The Department of Biology in the College of Arts & Sciences ( www.baylor.edu/artsandsciences/ ) seeks applications for an assistant professor (tenure-track) faculty position in Microbial Ecology with an emphasis on freshwater ecosystems. We are seeking applicants who use molecular techniques to study microorganisms and their relationship to the human health and/or environment. We are particularly interested in candidates who apply metagenomics or other ‘omics’ approaches, microbiome analyses, or eDNA methods to quantify ecological interactions among microorganisms, their hosts, other biological communities, and/or their aquatic environment. The Department of Biology keenly values diversity amongst its faculty and students and believes it is essential to achieving excellence. Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, marital status, pregnancy status, military service, genetic information, and disability. As a religious educational institution, Baylor is lawfully permitted to consider an applicant’s religion as a selection criterion. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Baylor University is a private Christian university and a nationally ranked research institution, consistently listed with highest honors among The Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For.” The University is recruiting new faculty with a deep commitment to excellence in teaching, research and scholarship. Baylor seeks faculty who share in our aspiration to become a tier one research institution while strengthening our distinctive Christian mission as described in our strategic vision , Pro Futuris ( www.baylor.edu/profuturis/ ), and academic strategic plan, Illuminate ( www.baylor.edu/illuminate ). As the world’s largest Baptist University, Baylor offers over 40 doctoral programs and has more than 17,000 students from all 50 states and more than 85 countries. Baylor seeks to fill the following tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Biology: Assistant Professor of Comparative Mammalian Physiology The Department of Biology in the College of Arts & Sciences ( www.baylor.edu/artsandsciences/ ) seeks applications to fill a tenure-track faculty position (Assistant Professor) in the area of comparative mammalian physiology. We are specifically seeking a candidate whose research is relevant to mammalian disease and health with training in vertebrate physiology including (but not limited to) integrative physiology, metabolic physiology, environmental physiology, endocrinology or stress physiology. The Department of Biology keenly values diversity amongst its faculty and students and believes it is essential to achieving excellence. Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, marital status, pregnancy status, military service, genetic information, and disability. As a religious educational institution, Baylor is lawfully permitted to consider an applicant’s religion as a selection criterion. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Position Information   Position Type Adjunct Classification Title Adjunct Faculty, Physics Position's Functional Title AY19-20 Adjunct Faculty, Physics Position Start Date   Position End Date (if temporary)   Position Summary Governors State University’s College of Arts and Sciences seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach courses in our Physics program during AY 19-20. The major responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member are to teach Physics courses. Courses taught by adjunct faculty in the above programs are for undergraduate, graduates, or a combination of both. Adjunct faculty should be able to support their course(s) online and use appropriate software tools. Please visit www.govst.edu/cas for more information about the programs and courses offered for undergraduates and graduates. Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vitae, transcripts, and a list of reference or letters of recommendation for consideration. At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session. Adjuncts are not tenure-track, not a part of the faculty bargaining unit, and are not included in membership of the Faculty Senate. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in Physics or Ph.D. in Physics with teaching experience.The desired candidate(s) need(s) to have the ability to teach courses at the upper-division. Preferred Qualifications Prior Teaching Experience at the graduate level. Posting Date 07/17/2019 Closing Date 07/31/2020 Open Until Filled Yes Posting Number FA0275P Type of Search External Quicklink for Posting http://employment.govst.edu/postings/4598 Employee ID   Department   Special Instructions to Applicants    

Responsibilities & Requirements Candidates are expected to maintain competitive extramurally funded research programs and to teach at both graduate and undergraduate levels.  

Faculty Position in Engineering Science and Mechanics and the Materials Research Institute The Department of Engineering Science and Mechanics (ESM) at The Pennsylvania State University seeks applicants for a tenure-track/tenured faculty position in the area of advanced scanning/transmission electron microscopy (S/TEM). All academic ranks will be considered. Candidates who enrich our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply. Engineering Science fosters a highly interdisciplinary environment, promoting collaborations across the engineering disciplines, materials sciences, mechanics, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biological sciences.  The successful candidate will have demonstrated expertise in advanced S/TEM with interests/applications in exploring new physics, materials science, physical/chemical processes, and the convergence of the materials and life Sciences. Areas of special interest include in-situ/environmental operando techniques; materials for quantum optics/computing; 2D materials; chemical catalysis; electrochemical charging; crystalline growth; phase transitions; and mechanical behavior. Candidates will have access to Penn State’s cutting-edge microscopes (Titan3 G2, Talos F200X, and the FEI Titan Krios cryo-TEM) in the Materials Research Institute and the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences.  The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in ESM and offer new courses in the area of his/her expertise. Additional information about the position and department can be found at http://www.esm.psu.edu. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in an engineering science-related discipline, and track record of accomplishments in both research and teaching. Nominations and applications will be screened immediately and considered until the position is filled.    

The Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Science at Purdue University seeks applications for a faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor in the area of experimental biological physics. All areas of experimental biological physics will be considered. Successful candidates will have a joint appointment in both the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Department of Chemistry (75:25 appointment). We are interested in outstanding scientists with an established track record, a commitment to leading a preeminent research program, and a clear vision for future innovation. Current research efforts within the department apply a variety of experimental and theoretical techniques to investigate intracellular dynamics, cell growth, cell sensing, and structural and electron dynamics in a variety of systems. The department is looking to integrate a creative scientist into the cutting-edge interdisciplinary environment provided by the Purdue University Life Sciences Institutes, including the Purdue Institute of Inflammation, Immunology and Infectious Disease (PI4D) and the Purdue Institute for Integrative Neuroscience (PIIN).

The Department of Physics and Astronomy in the College of Science at Purdue University seeks applications for a faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor in the area of experimental particle physics. All areas of experimental particle physics will be considered. We are interested in outstanding scientists with an established track record, international stature, a commitment to leading a preeminent research program, and a clear vision for future developments that will complement the current efforts within the department. Purdue has major involvement in the CMS, Mu2e, XENON1T/nT, LBECA, STAR and LSST experiments. Synergies exist with groups in astrophysics, theory, nuclear physics and condensed matter physics. The department offers a state‐of‐the‐art in‐house facility with resources applicable to silicon detector design, development and fabrication.

The Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering at the Florida A&M University - Florida State University College of Engineering is pleased to invite applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track, twelve-month teaching faculty position in the city of Tallahassee. Florida. This is a permanent position, which has university benefits and opportunities for promotion. The main responsibilities for this position are those associated with teaching undergraduate chemical engineering courses. These include chemical engineering process design, process control and other courses in the core curriculum. The candidate will prepare documentation for assessment of these courses as part of the program accreditation process and also mentor and advise students. The Department has a dynamic group of faculty active in research and teaching across various areas of chemical, biomedical, and materials engineering. The FAMU-FSU College of Engineering is the unique combination of two outstanding universities with overlapping but distinct missions – the nation's top Historically Black College/University and a Tier-1 research university. As such we provide an outstanding research and entrepreneurship-based education to one of the most diverse student populations in the US. Faculty are employed by one of our partner universities, but hold joint faculty privileges at both institutions. Suitable applicants must possess an earned PhD degree in chemical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline. Experience in chemical or biochemical industry, particularly process design and control and use of process simulator software such as Aspen, is highly desirable. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to motivate and inspire students are essential.  

The Biological Sciences Department at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) invites applications for a tenure-track, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR position in Biotechnology, beginning in the 2020-2021 academic year. A Ph.D. in Biology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Genetics, Molecular Biology or related science discipline or a related science discipline is required. In addition, Post-doctoral experience, demonstrated potential to establish an independent and active research program with students and a demonstrated potential to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community are required. Previous teaching experience, experience or familiarity with teaching techniques that promote equitable student learning and evidence of conducting scholarly research activities involving students are preferred.The successful candidate will have the potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching, and for developing an externally-funded research program that will involve undergraduate and Master's students. Teaching responsibilities will include courses with a focus in innovations in Biotechnology. Other teaching responsibilities may include introductory biology, genetics, cell & molecular biology, microbiology, molecular biology techniques or specialty courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. The successful candidate is expected to develop an extramurally funded research program involving undergraduate and Master’s level students. The candidate's area of specialty is open to agriculture, bioengineering, biofuels and renewable energy, biomedical applications, genetic engineering, or any other research area within the broad umbrella of biotechnology. The applicant will be expected to assist in curriculum development, advise students, serve on department, college, and university committees, and engage in professional activities. Cal Poly Pomona is a comprehensive Master’s university with a diverse student body. The successful candidate will have demonstrated an ability to be responsive to the educational equity goals of the University and its increasing ethnic diversity and international character. Applicants should submit (1) cover letter that describes how the candidate’s teaching and research experience have prepared the applicant to meet the duties and qualifications articulated in the position description; (2) curriculum vitae ; (3) 1-page statement of teaching philosophy; (4) 1-page student success statement about the candidate’s teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population; (5) 2-page max proposed plan of research; (6) three representative publication reprints; (7) the names and contact information of five references; and (8) completed University application form. Review of applications begins on November 15, 2019. Full position description and application procedure: http://www.cpp.edu/~faculty-affairs/open-positions/ . Inquiries can be made to Chair, Biotechnology Search Committee, Biological Sciences Department, California State Polytechnic University, 3801 West Temple Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768 or to   biotech_search@cpp.edu . Official transcripts and three letters of reference will be required of all semifinalists. For further information, visit the Department web site at: http://www.cpp.edu/~biology. California State Polytechnic University, Pomona is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA­–Molecular and Computational Biology The Molecular and Computational Biology Section of the Department of Biological Sciences, Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, the University of Southern California, in Los Angeles, California, intends to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor. We are seeking an accomplished and innovative scientist that combines experimental and in silico approaches to pursue large-scale cellular, genomic and proteomic research. Specifically, we aim to broaden our scope in systems biology, synthetic biology, developmental genomics, and the innovation of novel genomics techniques. However, we will also consider other related areas in which combined use of computational and experimental approaches is required. Candidates should have a Ph.D. and have demonstrated the ability or potential to conduct independent research in the aforementioned areas and to attract external research funding. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2019. Applicants should submit, in a single pdf file, a curriculum vita, a cover letter, research and teaching statements, and the contact information of three references. We request that the cover letter discusses how your research, teaching, mentoring, or service addresses USC’s commitment to diversity and inclusion in the STEM fields ( https://diversity.usc.edu/ ).  In order to be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit an electronic USC application at: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/assistant-professor-of-biological-sciences/1209/13166450 . For more information, please contact Ian Ehrenreich (ian.ehrenreich@usc.edu). USC 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, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.

Assistant Professor of Quantitative and Computational Biology Computational Structural, Synthetic, or Systems Biology The Department of Biological Sciences in the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern California invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Computational Structural, Synthetic, or Systems Biology . The ideal candidate is expected to have a rigorous mathematical, computational, and/or statistical background. Priority will be given to applicants based on the overall originality of their work and promise for establishing a strong independent research program. The successful candidate will join the Quantitative and Computational Biology (QCB) section , a group of 12 tenured/tenure-track core faculty members with a long history of over 35 years of computational biology research and educational programs, including a rigorous Ph.D. program in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics with 60 students and an elite undergraduate major in Quantitative Biology with 50 students. Members of the QCB section work closely with faculty across the Department of Biological Sciences, other Departments in the Natural Sciences and Mathematics at the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, and in the Viterbi School of Engineering and Keck School of Medicine. More information on the QCB section can be found at http://dornsife.usc.edu /qcb/. The Department of Biological Sciences is located on the University Park Campus in Los Angeles, California. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2020, and applicants must have received a Ph.D. (or equivalent) degree by time of appointment. Review of applications will begin December 1st, 2019 , and continue until the position is filled. Applicants are required to submit an electronic application at: https://usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-angeles/assistant-professor-of-quantitative-and-computational-biology/1209/13201564 . Please submit, in a single PDF file, a curriculum vita, a cover letter, a statement of research accomplishments and future research plans, a teaching statement, and the contact information of at least three references that will provide letters of recommendations. Please direct inquiries to Rokas Oginskis at oginskis@usc.edu USC 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, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.

Faculty Position in Physical Oceanography – The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a faculty position in the Department of Marine Science.  We seek an accomplished physical oceanographer at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank that will use field, remote sensing, and/or computational methods to study estuaries and coastal oceans.  Interdisciplinary researchers that couple physical, biogeochemical and/or biotic processes in estuarine and coastal environments are encouraged to apply. Areas of research interest include, but are not limited to:  circulation and connectivity of watersheds and the open ocean, ocean-atmosphere interactions, mixing processes, and sediment transport including quantitative geomorphology. The successful applicant will be expected to establish a nationally recognized research program at the University of Texas, mentor graduate students and postdoctoral scientists, and teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels.  The positions are located at the University of Texas Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas, Texas. The institute offers close proximity to estuarine, inshore and offshore habitats of the Gulf of Mexico, as well as excellent shoreside facilities for experimental work. Our infrastructure includes state-of-the-art research laboratories, offices and meeting spaces; the Estuarine Research Center housing the Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve in partnership with NOAA, a Marine Science Library, and full-service core analytical facilities. New facility renovations completed or underway include the Fisheries and Mariculture Laboratory Complex, marina, research pier, public Marine Science Education Center and the new Center for Coastal Ocean Science that will house marine environmental science research in chemical ecology, toxicology, physiology and biochemistry. Successful applicants will have the freedom to follow independent and collaborative research, and will be provided with 9 months of state-funded salary support for research and teaching.

Faculty Position in Marine Environmental Science – The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a faculty position in the Department of Marine Science.  We seek an accomplished marine biologist or marine chemist that uses experimental approaches to investigate regional and/or global environmental processes. This faculty position is open at all ranks, including Assistant Professor. The Associate Professor or Professor ranks will be eligible for the  Mary Anderson Abell and Joseph Miles Abell, Jr., M.D. Endowed Chair in Marine Science , as a Chair Fellow or Holder, respectively. Candidates are sought with areas of interest in any discipline in environmental biology and chemistry including, but not limited to, chemical ecology, toxicology, physiology and biochemistry. The successful applicant will be expected to establish a nationally recognized research program at the University of Texas, mentor graduate students and postdoctoral scientists, and teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels.  The position is located at the University of Texas Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas, Texas. The institute offers close proximity to estuarine, inshore and offshore habitats of the Gulf of Mexico, as well as excellent shoreside facilities for experimental work. Our infrastructure includes state-of-the-art research laboratories, offices and meeting spaces; the Estuarine Research Center housing the Mission-Aransas National Estuarine Research Reserve in partnership with NOAA, a Marine Science Library, and full-service core analytical facilities. New facility renovations completed or underway include the Fisheries and Mariculture Laboratory Complex, marina, research pier, public Marine Science Education Center and the new Center for Coastal Ocean Science that will house marine environmental science research in chemical ecology, toxicology, physiology and biochemistry. Successful applicants will have the freedom to follow independent and collaborative research, and will be provided with 9 months of state-funded salary support for research and teaching.