University of Michigan
Assistant Professor in Electrical & Computer Engineering - Robotics Engineering (F25)
Dearborn, MI
Nov 13, 2024
Full-time
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Qualified applicants are invited to send a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statements of teaching and research interests; and a list of three to five references through Interfolio at: http://apply.interfolio.com/157031.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until suitable candidates are appointed. However, applications received prior to December 31, 2024, will receive the highest priority.

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Job Summary

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Michigan-Dearborn is excited to extend an invitation for applications to a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Consideration is primarily at the Assistant Professor level, but outstanding candidates at the Associate Professor level will also be considered. The ECE department, boasting a collaborative team of 21 full-time faculty members, is on a trajectory of dynamic growth. Strategic faculty recruitment will be a cornerstone of our expansion in the coming years. The state-of-the-art 123,000 square foot engineering laboratory building alongside well-equipped facilities, offer excellent opportunities for research and teaching. ECE department offers a full range of degree programs from B.S. to Ph.D. in the areas of electrical engineering, computer engineering, and robotics engineering. The ECE faculty are at the forefront of sponsored research in a wide range of areas, including power/energy systems, autonomous vehicles, cyber security, robotics, intelligent systems, wireless networks, and vehicle electronics.

We are seeking qualified individuals whose expertise is in one or more of the following areas: robotics, mobile robots, human-robot interaction, multi-robot systems, robot learning, manipulation, perception, novel robot applications (medical, health, marine, aerial, etc). Leveraging emerging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques for robotics tasks and applications is of particular interest. The successful candidate is expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the ECE department, make significant scholarly contributions, be an effective teacher and mentor of both undergraduate and graduate students, and engage in institutional and professional service. Essential to the role are exemplary teaching and communication proficiencies. The anticipated starting date is September 1, 2025. 

The ECE department and the College of Engineering of Computer Science (CECS) value a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We are committed to developing diverse and culturally intelligent faculty who thrive and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment. 

Responsibilities*

Successful candidates will be expected to teach courses in electrical and computer engineering at undergraduate and graduate levels, develop a research program and obtain external funding to support it, work in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, and engage in existing and future collaborative research endeavors.


Required Qualifications*

  • An earned Ph.D. in electrical and computer engineering or a closely related field by August 31, 2025.
  • A demonstrated potential for high-quality research and publications. A proven track record in research is a plus. 
  • A commitment and demonstrated potential to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, engage in curriculum development, and have strong communication skills.
  • A commitment to contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic culture.

Additional Information

The University of Michigan-Dearborn (UM-Dearborn) is one of the three campuses of the University of Michigan. UM-Dearborn, a comprehensive university offering high quality undergraduate, graduate, professional and continuing education to residents of southeastern Michigan, and attracts around 9,000 students. Our faculty comes from respected universities and doctoral programs, are recognized for excellence in research and teaching, and are active in professional and academic service roles in their respective fields. US News and World Report recently recognized our campus as a Best Regional University.

The campus is located on 200 acres of the original Henry Ford Estate. Dearborn is centrally located within one of America's largest business regions. The geographically diverse area provides faculty with a variety of urban, suburban, and rural areas within a reasonable commute, including Detroit, Detroit suburbs, and Ann Arbor.

Background Screening

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U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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