Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Electrical Engineering

The University of Missouri (MU) College of Engineering Department of EECS invites nominations and applications for multiple Assistant/Associate/Professor positions in Electrical Engineering starting Fall 2020. The rank will be based on experience level and the background of the applicant. The home department is in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, however, joint appointments in other colleges or schools on campus are expected

The EECS department is seeking dynamic individual(s) who will provide vision, leadership and guidance in the area of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The faculty member will develop a national and international research world class program. The electrical and computer engineering fields of interest include power electronics, power systems, microelectronics, sensors, photonics and high-power lasers, applied electromagnetics, computer architecture, RF design and antennas, terahertz imaging, quantum electronics or a closely related technology. The faculty member will work closely with multiple departments or groups to grow their research area. The College of Engineering is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Minimum qualifications require a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, or a closely associated field; with a preference for applicants having graduated from an ABET accredited program. The candidate will provide effective leadership, management and communication with faculty, staff, and students as well as other leaders in electrical engineering or their research areas, and technology. The candidate will be able to seek and obtain external funding. Responsibilities include: developing new courses in the applicant's area of specialization, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Electrical and Computer Engineering, developing an externally funded research program, and active involvement in service to the university and the profession. The successful candidate will provide vision, leadership and guidance in the area of Electrical and Computer Engineering and work closely with multiple departments or groups to grow their research area and develop world class research programs.

Applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt and will continue until the positions are filled. Applicants should submit a (a) cover letter, including a summary of professional accomplishments, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a narrative of vision for the research area (4) a teaching statement and (5) names and contact information of three references ( The candidate will be notified before any references are contacted )

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

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The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

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MU, the flagship institution in the University of Missouri System, has over 33,000 undergraduate and graduate students and is a member of the American Association of Universities. Founded in 1839, MU was the first university west of the Mississippi River, and in 1849, the first to offer classes in engineering. Located midway between St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is both an ideal college town and vibrant small city and is consistently ranked among the top places to live in the United States. The University is responsive to needs of dual career couples.

The MU College of Engineering (https://engineering.missouri.edu/) includes 130 faculty members, 3,319 undergraduates, and 600 graduate students. The College has recently recruited several new faculty in biomedical innovations, big data analytics, and sustainability. The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs through the doctoral level.

The College of Engineering is home to numerous research centers, signature programs, and laboratories. The College also houses its own office of Diversity and Outreach Initiatives, an Inclusivity Center, and a Women in Engineering Center. Major research strength areas within the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science include big data analytics, pattern recognition and machine learning, bioinformatics and medical informatics, cyber security, high-performance computing, image processing and graphics, physical and power electronics, geospatial intelligence, eldercare and rehabilitation technology, microelectronics, nano/micro systems, signal processing, computer vision, and robotics.

Columbia, Mo., is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources. Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.