University of New Haven
Assistant Professor-Electrical Engineering
Tagliatela College of Engineering
Search#14-122
The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science (ECECS)
in the Tagliatela College of Engineering at the University of New Haven invites
applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in the area of Digital
Communications and Signal Processing. The expected starting date is September 1,
2015. The successful candidate will lead the college in developing expertise, programs
and recognition in the focus area of communication systems.
Required qualifications:
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Ph.D. in electrical engineering with research interests in wireless
communications, smart antennas, and related areas.
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Documentation of a plan for the development of a research program in an area
of wireless communication or closely related field.
Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching at both undergraduate and
graduate levels. Candidates with interest in broader areas of engineering education
such as technical communication, entrepreneurship and experiential learning are
desirable.
Evidence of scholarly research and publications in their field.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and commitment to collegiality
and teamwork.
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Responsibilities:
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Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in communication systems,
digital communications, wireless communications, and preferably also
microwave engineering.
Contribute to development of digital communications and signal processing
program as one of 3 focal areas for the department.
Build and sustain cross-disciplinary funded research programs.
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students as advisor for their projects
and theses.
Participate in industry/client sponsored projects for students, and service to
the department, college, and the university.
About UNH and TCoE: The University of New Haven (UNH) is a private, top-tier
comprehensive institution recognized as a national leader in experiential education.
Founded in 1920 on the campus of Yale University in cooperation with Northeastern
University, UNH moved to its current West Haven campus in 1960. The University
operates a satellite campus in Tuscany, Italy, and offers programs at several
locations throughout Connecticut and elsewhere. UNH provides its engineering
students with a unique combination of a solid engineering and liberal arts education
and real-world, hands-
on career and research opportunities. The University enrolls approximately 6,400
students, including nearly 1,800 graduate students and more than 4,600 undergraduates
-the majority of whom reside in university housing.
The Tagliatela College of Engineering (TCoE) takes pride in providing students with a
well-balanced mix of hands-on education and a strong theoretical foundation that allows
graduates to function effectively and confidently in the workplace. Our graduates are highly
sought after and known by employers to be work-ready. Our curriculum in core
engineering and applied science disciplines is combined with strong interdisciplinary
coursework, internships in the field, extracurricular activities, and research opportunities, to
enable our graduates to remain a step ahead of the competition in today's crowded job
market. TCoE is the only private engineering college in the state of Connecticut that offers
seven ABET accredited engineering and applied science programs (chemical, civil,
computer, electrical, mechanical and system engineering, and computer science). TCoE's
reputation extends beyond Connecticut, as more than half of our incoming freshmen are
from out-of-state. We also serve a significant number of international and multicultural
students. TCoE has been ranked in the top tier of undergraduate engineering programs
nationwide in the 2014 edition of U.S. News & World Report's "Best Colleges."
Application Process: All information on candidates will be kept confidential. Review of
applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled. Qualified
candidates should submit a cover letter describing their academic and/or industry
experiences relevant to the position, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy,
brief statement of research plans, and contact information for at least three professional
references to: hrdept@newhaven.edu. Please reference Search#14-122 in the subject
line of the email to help ensure proper delivery. You may also mail this information to:
Search Committee #14-122
University of New Haven
300 Boston Post Road • West Haven, CT 06516
The University of New Haven is an Equal Opportunity Employer