Associate or Full Professor and Associate Dean for Research

The Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science ( ECS) at The University of Texas at Dallas seeks a dynamic, innovative, collaborative, and visionary leader to assume the role of Associate Dean for Research ( ADR). Reporting to the Dean, the ADR will help shape and execute a strategic vision that prioritizes the growth of the research ecosystem within the school. Specifically, the ADR will enhance the research infrastructure, support faculty in securing funding, leverage existing external partnerships, creatively build new collaborations, and facilitate the dissemination of research outcomes.

This is achieved by fostering and advancing research collaborations, identifying and structuring new opportunities of benefit to the school, promoting strategic internal and external partnerships, and ensuring the necessary School-wide practices and systems of support for the scholarly work of the faculty, staff, and students of the school. The ADR is expected to collaborate with the school's constituents to further strengthen their engagement, productivity, and reputation across our school-wide research thrust areas of Advanced Manufacturing, Energy and Science Technology, Health Innovations, Semiconductor Science and Technology, and Transportation Science and Engineering. As a member of the executive leadership team, the ADR also is expected to take an active role in university initiatives and leadership.

The ADR will be appointed Associate Professor or Professor in one of the six academic departments in ECS (Bioengineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Systems Engineering). Therefore, an established and continuing program of research is expected, along with some classroom teaching.

The Associate Dean for Research ( ADR) position was established in January 2013. Since this time, our research portfolio has grown significantly in terms of size (research expenditures increasing from $43M to $65M). It should also be noted that the percentage of federally funded research has correspondingly increased from 36% to 52%. The corresponding increase in cross-disciplinary multi-PI projects has expanded, along with greater collaborative projects with outside universities and collaborating research partners. Last year, the Jonsson School ADR office processed 430 proposals totaling $304M, with many cross-department and university collaborations. With this increase in research activity, there has been a corresponding increase in administrative logistics support needed to maintain and advance our school's research agenda.

The Associate Dean for Research has the following responsibilities:

* Maintain a strong acumen regarding the federal strategic policy and funding environment and match the school's research expertise to take advantage of future funding programs.

* Identify and cultivate collaborative relationships with funding agencies, including government, industry, private foundations, and other institutions that support research, professional development and outreach.

* Mentor faculty through the grant proposal development process and successful completion of externally funded research projects.

* Work with the University's Office of Sponsored Programs to manage pre- and post-award research administration and compliance functions, including the research budgets and resource commitments pertaining to external grants and contracts.

* Prepare research reports and maintain research records as required by the school, the university, and accrediting organizations.

* Develop and implement strategies to promote dissemination of the school's research at local, University and national conferences and meetings.

* Coordinate workshops related to proposal development and faculty professional development (including promotion, tenure, pre-tenure and post-tenure) for Jonsson faculty.

The appointment commences for the fall 2025 semester.

Minimum Education and Experience: The successful candidate must possess proven research leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration experience and administrative ability with the interpersonal skills that would enable them to work with diverse constituents. A strong research record is necessary with the additional skills of developing and mentoring others to successful research and scholarly activities including working across multiple disciplines, addressing critical issues for the research community and attracting external funding. An earned Ph.D. or equivalent in one of the instructional areas of the school (or a closely related field) and a strong track record of excellence in research, teaching and service that is commensurate with appointment to a faculty position in one of the school's six academic departments.

Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We are seeking candidates able to produce research and scholarly or creative achievements that enhance the program and the discipline, and able to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.

Applicants should upload the following:

* Full curriculum vitae and cover letter summarizing their interests and qualifications for the position.

* Statement of teaching philosophy describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, and teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.

* Research statement describing past, present, and future research, including how they mentor (or will mentor) student researchers and foster (or will foster) collaborative research environments.

* Full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

The posting will close on 01/03/2025 and application reviews will begin on 01/10/2025. Reviews will continue until the position is filled.

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The successful candidate must possess proven research leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration experience and administrative ability with the interpersonal skills that would enable one to work with diverse constituents. A strong research record is necessary with the additional skills of developing and mentoring others to successful research and scholarly activities including working across multiple disciplines, addressing critical issues for the research community and attracting external funding. An earned Ph.D. or equivalent in one of the instructional areas of the school (or a closely related field).

Demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence;
Prepare and teach undergraduate and/or graduate classes;
Contribute assessment information and data as requested;
Mentor and/or advise undergraduate and/or graduate students;
Establish and/or continue an independent line of research;
Continue to expand professional influence in the academic discipline through research and/or publication;
Engage in service within the academic unit, the university, and the profession as appropriate based on teaching and research constraints;
Teach one (1) class each academic year.

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