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Michigan Technological University
Chair of Electrical and Computer Engineering

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Michigan Technological
University seeks applicants for the position of Chairperson of the Department.
The ECE department has experienced significant growth in its research program, and has maintained its reputation for excellence in undergraduate education. The department has strong research and educational programs in signal and image processing, networks, power systems, electro-physics, and optical information systems. We seek a Chairperson who will help us expand on these successes.

We seek an individual with the vision and experience to elevate the department's prominence in Electrical and Computer Engineering research, further our strong tradition of educational excellence, and grow our M.S. and Ph.D. programs.  The Chair is expected to foster collaborations with other departments, centers and institutions; and advance the department's position as a key player in initiatives such as sustainability.

Required:

  • active and current research program
  • academic rank of Associate or full Professor
  • Ph.D. in the Electrical and Computer Engineering or a related area
  • distinguished record of research and teaching
  • commitment to the enhancement of diversity
  • evidence of leadership, and resource and personnel management
  • history of extramural funding procurement
  • excellent communication and organizational skills
  • plan for advancement/fund raising

Desirable:

  • experience in program development and interdisciplinary activities
  • awareness of and openness to innovative teaching techniques

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2007, and continue until the position is filled.  Please contact Warren Perger ((906) 487-2855, ecechairsearch@mtu.edu ) if you have questions about this position. 

Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of future direction of Electrical and Computer Engineering research and education, and three reference names and addresses to:

Dr. Warren Perger, Search Committee Chair
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Michigan Technological University
1400 Townsend Dr.
Houghton, MI 49931

ecechairsearch@mtu.edu

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering consists of 24 full-time faculty members, 8 full-time staff, as well as a number of research personnel (post-docs, etc). The department offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering. For Fall 2007, we enrolled 633 undergraduate students, 67 masters students and another 39 pursuing the Ph.D.

The department is located in the new (1998) Electrical Energy Resources Center. More information about our department can be found at www.ece.mtu.edu.

Michigan Technological University is a publicly funded university located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The university is composed of the College of Sciences and Arts, the College of Engineering, and the Schools of Business, Forest Resources and Environmental Sciences, and Technology.  There are 412 faculty in over 30 academic programs with over 5500 undergraduate students and 900 graduate students.

Michigan Tech is one of Michigan's four research universities and is ranked among the top half of all national universities in U.S. News & World Report's America's Best Colleges and number 159 in the nation by Washington Monthly Magazine. Princeton Review's "Best 361 Colleges." ranked the University a "tech powerhouse".  Michigan Tech is rated one of the safest college campuses in the United States. Twenty-five percent of incoming students ranked in the top 10 percent of their high school graduating class and a recent national survey of high school guidance counselors conducted by Collegiate Information Services lists Michigan Tech as one of top three colleges and universities in Michigan in providing the highest quality education.

Michigan Tech is located in Houghton, MI on the south shore of Lake Superior. Houghton was recently named one of the 100 best small towns in America and the local community provides excellent resources conducive to quality family life. This rural area is known for natural beauty, pleasant summers, abundant snow fall, and numerous all-season outdoor activities. The University maintains its own downhill and cross-country ski facilities and golf course. In addition, there are numerous cultural activities and opportunities available on campus and in the community.

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last updated:  12/17/07