ASSISTANT TEACHING PROFESSOR of Electrical & Computer Engineering / UMKC School of Science & Engineering / Division of Energy, Matter & Systems

UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

SCHOOL of SCIENCE and ENGINEERING

Division of Energy, Matter and Systems / Electrical and Computer Engineering

The UMKC School of Science and Engineering was established through a university initiative that joined all computing, science, mathematics and engineering programs into a single academic unit. UMKC recently added a new 58,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility at the cost of $40 million to support these initiatives and contribute to economic development for our divisions and the region. Some of the key components of this new facility are NextGen Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center (dSAIC), Augmented and Virtual Reality Lab, Robotics Lab, Motion Capture Lab, UAV & Drone Lab, Innovation Studio & 3D Printing Lab, and High-Performance Computing Lab. In addition to the BS (ABET-accredited), MS, and Ph.D. programs, Energy, Matter, and Systems faculty are playing key roles in several new interdisciplinary degree programs in Biomedical Engineering and Cybersecurity.

Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) under the Division of Energy, Matter and Systems (EMS) of the School of Science and Engineering (SSE) at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) has undergone exciting growth in recent years. The Faculty of ECE hold the record for the most active research grants per tenure-system faculty on the UMKC Campus. In addition to individual single-PI grants and projects, the Faculties of ECE have many collaborative and multidisciplinary projects. The ECE Faculty are instrumental in the establishment and continued success of the Missouri Institute of Defense and Energy (MIDE), which has become one of the most successful platforms in the entire University of Missouri System regarding sponsored research and academia-industry-government agency collaboration. MIDE is founded on bridging fundamental physics with applied engineering to solve longstanding challenges in the defense, energy, and related commercial sectors. As of 2021, MIDE has secured $50M in externally awarded grants and contracts. In 2015, MIDE was presented with the R&D100 award for a defense technology that led to two small businesses and two licensed patents. Two MIDE faculty received the Intel Outstanding Researcher award for their work on next-generation transistors.

The Faculty of ECE also has collaborative projects with the School of Pharmacy, School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, and other STEM and non-STEM units across the campus and beyond. ECE is the home to the NSF IUCRC Center of Big Learning (CBL), which focuses on deep learning acceleration, model compression, image and video compression, remote sensing, and vision. CBL oversees several transdisciplinary projects sponsored by NSF programs, such as Smart Connected Community (SCC) and Improving Undergraduate STEM Education (IUSE) and aims to improve AI and Data Science research and education in the region. The interdisciplinary and multi-campus collaboration activities have created an open, collaborative research and education platform. Examples include NIH and NSF-funded research projects in AI/Machine Learning for Virtual Surgery, Bioinformatics, and more with the Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and Nursing as well as St Luke's Medical Center, Children's Mercy Research Institute, and Stowers Institute for Medical Research.

UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

To support the remarkable developments and future growth opportunities, UMKC has launched a cluster hiring initiative within the Division of Energy, Matter and Systems (EMS). The EMS Division includes the Faculties of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), Mechanical Engineering (ME), Chemistry (CHEM), and Physics & Astronomy (P&A). As part of this cluster hiring, the EMS Division is seeking applications for one (1) ranked non-tenure-track (NTT) position in ECE at the Assistant Teaching Professor level, starting in Fall 2025.

Areas of interest for the ECE Ranked NTT Position: The University of Missouri-Kansas City seeks candidates to teach courses in the broad area of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Candidates with backgrounds and expertise in microelectronics, power electronics, digital and analog circuit design, computer engineering, hardware description language (VHDL and Verilog), engineering computation and programming, and all fundamental areas of ECE are encouraged to apply. Candidates with backgrounds and aspirations in the basic and applied project-based teaching of ECE courses will be given preference.

The candidates must have a Ph.D. in in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a closely related discipline.

The successful candidates are expected to:

1. Develop and teach fundamental and specialized courses in ECE;

2. Have a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate and transfer students;

3. Engage in departmental, school, or university services appropriate to the position;

4. Advance the goals and strategic plan of UMKC.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a 9-month, benefit-eligible, full-time (1.0) faculty appointment eligible for ranked promotion. Position begins with the Fall 2025 semester.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Our academic workloads and schedules promote a positive work/life balance.

For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/jobs, click in Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 54900).

Please complete the brief online application. Application materials should include:

* cover letter highlighting qualifications and applicable experience for a faculty position;

* curriculum vitae;

* a research statement;

* a teaching statement which includes teaching experience and philosophy for educating students from different backgrounds and interests; and

* current contact information for 3 professional references.

Please combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

* If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .

* For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number 54900 and name of the position.

* Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.

Candidates will be advised if references will be contacted. An official copy of transcript(s), showing when degree(s), were conferred will be required for candidates selected as finalists. The University's accreditation requires that we maintain an official copy of higher education transcripts for all teaching faculty.

Application review begins upon receipt. The position remains open until a qualified candidate is hired.

UMKC is a public, urban, research university with more than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System. Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with surrounding urban communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, and more economically secure quality of life. UMKC is in the heart of Kansas City, a world-class computing and engineering hub home to companies such as Cerner, Ericsson, IBM, SS&C, Garmin, and Honeywell (defense contracts) that provide enriching educational partnerships for SSE students and faculty.

Kansas City is a diverse and vibrant community with an affordable cost of living. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both campuses. As one of the largest cities in Missouri, we are home to national championship sports teams, a rich history of cultural arts and music, NASCAR racing, and a community that is very engaged with and supportive of our university initiatives. Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and long bike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors. Kansas City offers something for everyone!

UMKC is proud to be "Kansas City's University," and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.