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The University of Massachusetts Amherst

Assistant Professor (TT) - Electrical and Computer Engineering - Heterogenous Co

The University of Massachusetts Amherst, Union, New Jersey, us, 07083


Assistant Professor (TT) - Electrical and Computer Engineering - Heterogenous Computing

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525145Work type:

Faculty Full TimeLocation:

UMass AmherstDepartment:

Elect & Computer EngineeringUnion:

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Faculty, College of EngineeringAbout UMass AmherstUMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges Consortium (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering has 45 full-time, tenure track faculty members and approximately 270 graduate students and 775 undergraduates. The department’s FY 23 research expenditure exceeded $13.4M million.Job DescriptionThe Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level in the area of heterogeneous computing. Hires at the associate professor level may be considered based on qualifications. The appointment is expected to begin September 1, 2025.The position is defined broadly across the entire scope of heterogeneous computing. Scholars working across disciplines or in nontraditional areas of heterogeneous computing are particularly encouraged to apply. Specific areas of interest include, but are not limited to, heterogeneous architectures, computing models with accelerators, GPU, NPU, FPGA, distributed storage systems, software and hardware co-design, performance analysis, parallel processing, emerging architectures, and/or other advanced topics in computer engineering, including sustainable computing.The candidate is expected to teach existing graduate and undergraduate courses in Computer Engineering and will be encouraged to develop creative new curricula in their areas of interest or across disciplines.RequirementsApplicants must have a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related fields by August 31, 2025. Applicants must also demonstrate potential for scholarly excellence and developing an externally-funded research program, and the successful candidate will be expected to maintain an internationally recognized scholarly presence. Candidates will also be expected to teach existing undergraduate and graduate courses in our curriculum in Electrical and Computer Engineering in addition to developing courses in their area of expertise. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.Application InstructionsCandidates must provide the following in their application package addressed to “Computer Engineering Search Committee.” Applications will be reviewed starting on

November 15, 2024

and reviewed until the search is completed. All files must be provided in .pdf format.A cover letter, addressed to “Computer Engineering Search Committee”. The cover letter should a) introduce yourself, b) briefly describe your research interests, and c) describe your vision for this position.

Page limit: 1 pageA research statement. Candidates should situate their past research in a broader scholarly context and give their research vision for this position. Candidates are specifically asked to mention the types of scholarship they will perform, how that scholarship will be disseminated, and the expectation for how that scholarship will be funded. Statements will be evaluated based on assessment of demonstrated excellence or demonstrated promise of future excellence.

Page limit: 2 pagesA teaching statement. Candidates should describe their past teaching experience and express their teaching vision for this position. Candidates are specifically asked to mention existing courses in Computer Engineering they are qualified to offer and also mention classes they are interested in developing. Candidates should address both undergraduate and graduate classes. Statements will be evaluated based on assessment of demonstrated excellence or demonstrated promise of future excellence.

Page limit: 1 pageA statement of vision for the candidate’s role in advancing inclusivity and broadening participation in engineering. Please discuss past and planned future actions within research, teaching, service, and outreach that advance equity, justice, and inclusion, and contribute to the mission of the College of Engineering and UMass (https://www.umass.edu/strategicplan/strategic-plan).

Page limit: 1 pageA current curriculum vitae. The CV should list: 1) education, 2) employment, 3) awards and honors, 4) sponsored research (if any), 5) peer reviewed publications, 6) service, and 7) other sections as considered appropriate by the candidate.Contact information, (name, title, email address, institution) for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted until the second phase of the search.UMass Amherst Inclusivity Mission Statement:The University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members.

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