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The University of Texas at Arlington Assistant/Associate Professor in Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering in Arlington, Texas
Assistant/Associate Professor in Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering
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To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/30305 and submit the following materials:
Required Documents:
Transcript
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
References (3 minimum)
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Statement of Research Philosophy
Applications will be reviewed in early Spring 2025 for a start date in August of 2025.
Questions may be addressed to Katherine J. Rogers at jrogers@uta.edu .
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta .
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number F00604P
Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor in Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering
Department Industrial Engineering
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 Department of Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering (IMSE) at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level in semiconductor manufacturing logistics. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, and the ability to secure and execute externally funded research related to semiconductor manufacturing logistics.
We are looking for a faculty member to contribute to the development of innovative technical solutions for semiconductor manufacturing logistics. The ideal candidate will be able to work closely with researchers at UT Arlington and elsewhere across the Dallas/Fort Worth region to conduct projects on various aspects of semiconductor fabrication, testing, and supply chain management across multiple disciplines. This work should contribute to educating the future workforce in the semiconductor manufacturing industry and provide analytical tools to support the development of semiconductor manufacturing logistics.
Benefits at UTA
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CBC Requirement
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and teach courses to prepare the workforce for careers in semiconductor manufacturing logistics.
Lead research projects in semiconductor manufacturing logistics with researchers at UT Arlington, the Dallas/Fort Worth region, and across the country.
Establish and maintain a research program through externally funded programs.
Assist in directing UT Arlington’s vision to support the semiconductor manufacturing industry.
Required Qualifications
A Ph. D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering or a closely related field with an emphasis on semiconductor manufacturing logistics.
A proven track record of applying industrial and systems engineering principles in semiconductor manufacturing logistics.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Evidence of leading and developing teams with varied backgrounds to solve complex engineering problems.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional experience in semiconductor manufacturing logistics.
Experience developing semiconductor manufacturing courses.
Ability to build successful relationships with the semiconductor industry.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Department Information
The Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering (IMSE) Department Ph.D. offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Industrial Engineering, as well as an M.S. in Engineering Management and multiple graduate certificate programs. It currently has about 500 students and 21 full-time faculty members.
The UTA College of Engineering (COE) provides comprehensive engineering programs with 12 baccalaureate, 13 master’s, and 9 doctoral programs. It has approximately 10,000 students. In addition to IMSE, there are the Departments of Bioengineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. The COE’s M.S. in Data Science currently enrolls nearly 250 students.
University Information
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.
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ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu .
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 09/01/2025
Open Date 11/25/2024
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/30305 and submit the following materials:
Required Documents:
Transcript
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
References (3 minimum)
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Statement of Research Philosophy
Applications will be reviewed in early Spring 2025 for a start date in August of 2025.
Questions may be addressed to Katherine J. Rogers at jrogers@uta.edu .
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta .
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover/Interest Letter
Transcripts
Statement of Teaching Interest/Philosophy
Statement of Research Interests
Optional Documents