Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Optical Engineering

4 days ago


Norfolk, Virginia, United States Virginia Department of Human Resource Management Full time
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly qualified tenure-track faculty member to join our department of Engineering at Norfolk State University.

About Us:

Norfolk State University is a Historically Black University located in the city of Norfolk, Virginia. Our campus enrollment is approximately 6,000 students, and we have a rich tradition of undergraduate teaching and research.

Our Focus:

We have an emergent focus on quantum science and engineering, as well as maturing efforts in bioengineering, advanced materials, and renewable energy technologies. These activities are carried out by interdisciplinary teams from Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Computer Science.

Academic Programs:

Academic degree programs supported by the Engineering Department include bachelor of science degrees in Optical Engineering, bachelor and master of science degree programs in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and master of science and doctoral degrees in Materials Science and Engineering.

Diversity Statement:

Candidates must include a diversity statement that reflects their commitment to diversity and inclusion in the education and/or research environment, including the broader impacts of their intended research objectives, and/or their experiences working with underrepresented students.

Faculty Responsibilities:

  • Teaching of undergraduate and graduate courses in optical and electrical engineering;
  • Advising/mentoring undergraduate and graduate students;
  • Participation in departmental activities related to the future growth and direction of the Optical Engineering program;
  • Management of a faculty-directed research effort in support of the Engineering Department graduate programs, including participation in efforts to integrate quantum science and engineering into the graduate and undergraduate programs.

Requirements:

  • Ph.D. degree in Optical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field;
  • A demonstrated publication record;
  • A record of successful grantsmanship;
  • The ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the Optical Engineering curriculum, including coursework in geometrical and physical optics, optical system design, and optoelectronics.

Prior Administrative Experience:

  • Prior administrative or leadership experience, and the ability to design and/or teach graduate and undergraduate courses in quantum optics, nanophotonics, Fourier optics, optical materials, modeling for the design of optical systems, augmented and virtual reality, or integrated photonic systems.

Estimated Salary:

$120,000 - $180,000 per year.

Contact Information:

Please refer to the Commonwealth of Virginia's Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS) for application instructions.



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