Description

INTRODUCTION

The UTC Institute for Advanced Systems Engineering in the School of Engineering at the University of Connecticut seeks applicants for an Assistant/Associate/Full Research Professor and Associate Director of Research Programs.  

Under the general direction of the Director of the UTC Institute for Advanced Systems Engineering (UTC-IASE), the Associate Director of Research Programs provides research expertise, program management, and coordination for the research programs of the UTC-IASE. Specifically, this position is responsible for research project coordination and reporting, creation of new research opportunities, industry partnerships, and research clusters coordination.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing research programs, overseeing the smooth operation and day-to-day delivery of these programs, and will act independently to enhance and diversify the research program of the UTC-IASE. The primary focus of this job is on the design, organization, implementation, and management of the research and outreach programs of the UTC-IASE.

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Research Operations, including leading, organizing, and managing research activities of the Institute; leading special research projects/operations which may be ongoing or new and which require innovation, leadership, and coordination; serving as a resource to faculty and staff on matters relating to strategic research initiatives and partnerships with academia and industry.

Research Opportunities Creation, including providing program leadership in research opportunities and organizing teams to respond to industry and federal agency research calls; team building and mentoring of young faculty; leading of faculty research clusters.

Research Outreach, including partnerships with industry; and serving as a resource to potential and current program participants, corporations, state agencies, and other organizations and individuals on matters related to the Institute’s research program and activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Ph.D. degree in related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience;
2. Experience with large university research projects.
3. Thorough knowledge of, and demonstrated competence in, developing industry engagement and partnerships.
4. Experience with academic programs/projects creation or generation
5. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, administrators as well as external agencies/groups, and the public.
6. Outstanding written and oral communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience in industry-funded academic programs
2. Experience or involvement with systems engineering
3. Experience in industry engagement and outreach activities.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track position with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2021. The successful candidate’s academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus.  Rank will be determined based on the candidate's credentials.  

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/19422 and submit the following application materials:

• A cover letter,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Research and scholarship statement (innovative concepts that will form the basis of academic career, experience in proposal development, mentorship of graduate students, etc.);
• Commitment to diversity statement (including broadening participation, integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and research and pedagogical techniques to meet the needs of diverse learning styles, etc.);
• Sample journal articles or books
• Three (3) letters of reference.

Evaluation of applicants will begin immediately and continue until filled. For more information regarding the UTC-IASE please visit the website at [https://utc-iase.uconn.edu/].

At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.

This job will be filled subject to budgetary approval.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce.  The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner.  This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all.  We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.