Assistant/Associate Professor of Industrial Engineering

Assistant/Associate Professor of Industrial Engineering

The School of Engineering at Penn State Behrend invites applicants for full-time, tenure-track faculty position starting in FALL 2022 at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor in Industrial Engineering.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in the manufacturing field, graduate courses in our Master of Manufacturing Management program and guide senior design projects. Areas of teaching may include but are not limited to manufacturing systems design and analysis, system analysis and optimization, advanced and smart manufacturing, and/or bio-manufacturing.

The successful candidate will also be expected to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education, work in a collaborative environment, maintain an active research program that integrates undergraduate student experiences, and perform service to the university, inclusive of highly valued applied research and collaboration with local industry as part of Penn State Behrend's Open Lab initiative.

A Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field is required by the appointment start date. Candidates with a recognized research record, supported by at least eight archival journal publications, and teaching experience of over five years, may be considered for the higher rank of Associate Professor.

Penn State Behrend, is an undergraduate and graduate college of The Pennsylvania State University. Situated on a beautiful, wooded 854-acre hillside campus recognized as a U.S. arboretum, we have four academic schools (Business; Engineering; Humanities and Social Sciences; and Science); student residential living; a range of research programs and outreach centers; and a highly successful business and technology park. With 5,000 students in resident instruction and online in college programs offered through Penn State World Campus, we uniquely blend the atmosphere and focus on teaching of a small college with access to the academic, research, and professional development resources of a Big 10, R1 University. Our college is an open laboratory of learning and discovery where students gain real-life experience engaging with business, industry, and community partners. We seek faculty members who share our commitment to both teaching and scholarship, to the holistic development of students, and to principles of respect, diversity, and inclusiveness.

A U.S. News & World Report recognized undergraduate engineering school, the School of Engineering houses ten ABET-accredited bachelor's degrees, two ABET-accredited associate degrees, four minors, two certificates, and one graduate degree. The school prides itself in rigorous undergraduate education for our 1800 students, emphasizing practical experiences that prepare our graduates for professional practice and graduate school. There are many opportunities for undergraduate students to engage with faculty in funded undergraduate research. More than 95 percent of graduates are employed in the field within one year after graduation. The School supports a growing, all-campus interest in research that addresses issues of women's health, energy & sustainability, and polymer science.

Erie, Pennsylvania is a metropolitan area of more than a quarter million people located on the southern shores of Lake Erie, two hours from Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Buffalo. The area's economy reflects a mix of educational, medical, industrial, tourism, and service activity; the region is home to five colleges and universities in the region, including Penn State Behrend. Northwestern Pennsylvania offers abundant cultural, sports, and recreational opportunities with four seasons of adventure. Summers feature miles of beaches, a range of lake sports, and festivals every weekend, and the winters are made for skiing, skating, and more. It's easy to get around, housing is affordable, and the cost of living is modest. Erie offers relaxed, comfortable living.

Workforce diversity, cultural inclusiveness, and employment equity are deeply rooted in Penn State's historic mission. Just as we are committed to being a diverse educational environment, we are also committed to being a diverse working community. As a community, we endeavor to be a mixture of cultural backgrounds, life experiences, individual perspectives, and numerous other characteristics that add variety and vitality to the workplace.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please upload the following five items at time of application:

• Cover letter indicating the interest in this position highlighting relevant experience
• Detailed CV
• Brief statement of teaching
• Brief statement of research
• ame and complete contact information of at least three references.

Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/Penn-State-Erie-The-Behrend-College/Assistant-Associate-Professor-of-Industrial-Engineering_REQ_0000021201-1

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