Duke University, Electrical and Computer Engineering

Position ID:

Duke-Electrical and Computer Engineering-ASSISTPROF [#28173]

Position Title:

Assistant Professor

Position Type:

Tenured/Tenure-track faculty

Position Location:

Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America

Subject Area:

Electrical and Computer Engineering / Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

Appl Deadline:

2024/12/15 11:59PM help popup

(posted 2024/08/26, listed until 2025/02/15)

Position Description:

The Duke University Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the Pratt School of Engineering invites applications for multiple faculty positions, with a preference for hiring at the Assistant Professor level. Early-career researchers engaged in innovative work focused on the development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) for devices and systems, as well as devices and systems for real-world AI are encouraged to apply. Particularly, we are interested in candidates specializing in (1) Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), (2) Computer Engineering -- AI for computing systems and computing for AI, and (3) Microelectronic Materials, Devices and Hardware.

Information on the cutting edge, multidisciplinary research and teaching in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering can be found at https://ece.duke.edu/. Duke’s Electrical and Computer Engineering research enables creative, applicable solutions to pressing challenges in human health, security, and automation, and new strides in fundamental scientific exploration and discovery. Our faculty are nationally and internationally recognized for research in areas including AI/ML, sensing & imaging, trustworthy computing, metamaterials, quantum computing, and nanoelectronic materials & devices. Government and industry organizations are valuable partners at Duke ECE, and our entrepreneurial spirit manifests itself in a growing portfolio of companies spun off from our research.

Duke University and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering are strongly committed to advancing inclusive excellence throughout our research, teaching, and service activities. A diverse faculty – defined broadly as representing a wide range of identities, lived experiences, and perspectives – is a prerequisite for excellence and is essential to driving innovation within our scholarly community. To achieve these goals, it is essential that all members of the community feel valued and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community are expected to uphold these values, and we seek to hire faculty who are passionate about increasing the participation and success of individuals from all different backgrounds and communities. Please note that Duke specifically seeks information about past misconduct or policy violations and/or relevant pending investigations as part of the application process. Disclosures will not be an automatic bar to hiring but, instead, will initiate further dialogue regarding past actions.

Interested candidates should submit the following by December 15, 2024: • cover letter (with contact information); • curriculum vitae; • research statement (no more than 3 pages) that includes a description of past research accomplishments, plans for future research, and description of past experiences demonstrating your commitment to a diverse and inclusive research environment; • teaching and mentoring statement (no more than 3 pages) describing teaching philosophy, previous experiences, future plans for teaching, and description of past experiences promoting and supporting diversity, including the fostering of an inclusive learning and mentoring environment for diverse students; and • list of three to five references who will provide letters on behalf of the candidate; note, letters will not be requested until after the first round of application evaluations.

Applicants should have an earned doctorate in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Physics, or a related field.

Applicants must apply through Academic Jobs Online. Review of applications will begin immediately; applications received by December 15, 2024 will receive priority attention. All applications received past this date will be considered until the positions are filled.

Do you have questions about the search? We can help – please send questions via email to the search committee chair at ecefacultysearch@duke.edu.

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Research statement
Teaching statement
Five references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses )

And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:

ece@duke.edu

919-660-5252

Duke University
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Attention: Miroslav Pajic
Box 90291
Durham, NC 27708