IEEE Spectrum November, 2014 - 82

Faculty Position in Ultra High Precision
Robotics & Manufacturing
at the Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)
The Institute of Microengineering (IMT) within the School of
Engineering at EPFL invites applications for a faculty position at
the level of tenure track assistant professor in ultra-high precision robotics and manufacturing. Recruitment to a tenured
senior position may be considered in exceptional cases.
This new position is aimed at reinforcing the leading position of
the Swiss microengineering industry by giving it the means to
further strengthen its competitiveness by continuous innovation.
Specific areas include, but are not limited to:
* Design of innovative ultra-high precision machining, manipulation and metrology systems targeting additive manufacturing;
* New kinematics, quasi-perfect guidings, actuators, transmission
systems, sensors and methods targeting ultra-high precision
additive manufacturing;
* New calibration techniques and new metrology devices for nanometric precision and sub-tens of nanometers accuracy;
* Design of tools targeting high-precision with excellent cleanness, e.g. microfactories and vacuum chambers.
Experience in successful collaborative research programs with
industry is highly desirable. The IMT-EPFL offers a particularly
advantageous position thanks to its historically very strong links
to the diverse and well-established local high-technology industry.
As a faculty member of the School of Engineering, the successful candidate will be expected to initiate an independent research
program, participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching and

establish strong links with industrial partners. Internationally competitive salaries, start-up resources and benefits are offered.
The EPFL is a dynamically growing and well-funded institution
fostering excellence and diversity. It has a highly international
campus at an exceptionally attractive location boasting first-class
infrastructure. As a technical university covering essentially the
entire palette of engineering and science, EPFL offers a fertile environment for research cooperation between different disciplines.
The EPFL environment is multi-lingual and multi-cultural, with
English often serving as a common interface.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae with a list of publications, a concise statement of research and teaching interests, and
the names of at least five referees. Applications must be uploaded
in PDF format to: http://go.epfl.ch/imt-search
Formal evaluation of candidates will begin on
December 1st, 2014.
Enquiries may be addressed to:
Prof. Christian Enz
Search Committee Chair
e-mail: imt-search@epfl.ch
For additional information on EPFL, please consult the web sites:
www.epfl.ch, sti.epfl.ch and imt.epfl.ch.
EPFL is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, and
strongly encourages women to apply.

The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) is seeking outstanding candidates for
a newly created endowed tenured full professorship in Photonics and Optoelectronics. Candidates
with research interests that transcend the traditional boundaries of ECE are strongly encouraged
to apply. The successful candidate will join the Boston University Photonics Center, a preeminent
campus hub for research and technology translation, and will have opportunities to explore potential
collaborations with other multidisciplinary centers covering a broad range of interest areas.
Qualified candidates must possess a relevant, earned PhD, be internationally recognized for
research excellence, leadership and scholarship, and have a demonstrable ability to teach effectively
at graduate and undergraduate levels. Candidates must also develop strong funded research
programs in their area of expertise, and contribute to the tradition of excellence in research that
is characteristic of the BU College of Engineering. Women, minorities, and candidates from other
underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply and help us continue building an
exceptional 21st century university department.
ECE is part of BU's rapidly growing and innovative College of Engineering, currently ranked 40th, and
in the top 20 in research funding per faculty member. ECE currently consists of more than 40 faculty
members, 250 graduate students, and 250 BS majors. Outstanding collaboration opportunities are
available with nationally recognized medical centers, universities/colleges, nearby research centers,
and industry throughout the Boston area.
Beyond its research and academic activities, BU has a lively, urban campus situated along the
banks of the Charles River in Boston's historic Fenway-Kenmore neighborhood. The campus and
surrounding areas offer limitless opportunities for recreational activities, from world-class art and
performances, to sporting events and fine dining.
Please visit http://www.bu.edu/ece/facultysearch for instructions on how to apply. Application
deadline is January 31, 2015. The review of applications will begin on November 1, 2014.
Therefore, applicants are encouraged to apply early. Boston University is an Equal Opportunity/
Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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Assistant/Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering,
Purdue School of Engineering and
Technology, Indiana University-Purdue
University Indianapolis (IUPUI), invites
applications for one or more tenure-track faculty
positions. A possible start date is January 5, 2015.
Successful candidates should expect to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise graduate
students and conduct externally funded research.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in computer engineering, electrical engineering or computer science.
Preference will be given to applicants in areas within
computer engineering, and areas with applications
related to "Big Data" analysis. For a complete job
description and to apply: http://et2.engr.iupui.edu/
departments/ece/about/news/index.php

University of South Alabama: The
ECE Department invites applications
for tenure-track faculty positions in
Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Details are available at the website:
http://www.southalabama.edu/
departments/academicaffairs/
facultyposition.html. Application
review will begin immediately and
continue until the position is filled.
The University of South Alabama
is an Equal Opportunity Employer -
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

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