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Assistant Professor of Physics
Posted Wednesday, July 24, 2013

JOB TITLE: Assistant Professor of Physics
POSITION NUMBER: AE9995
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Department Chair
DIVISION: Arts & Science
DEPARTMENT: Natural Science
TYPE: Full Time

JOB DUTIES: The Department of Natural Sciences at Lawrence Technological University invites applications for a full-time tenure Assistant Professor in physics for academic year 2014-2015. The successful candidate will teach all levels of undergraduate physics and will excel in teaching and scholarship. Nanoscience, nanotechnology, experimental optics and lasers, high energy, atomic, biologically oriented physics, emphasis on life sciences, and interdisciplinary research.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: A PhD in physics is required and postdoctoral experience. Exceptional candidates in any area and at any level are encouraged to apply, although experimental optics and lasers, biologically oriented physics, high energy physics, nanoscience, nanotechnology, and atomic physics are of particular interest. Prior teaching experience is a plus.

Candidates should forward PDF files of: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) statement of interest and experience in teaching, (3) description of research, and (4) three letters of recommendation to physsearch@ltu.edu. No snail-mail please. . Attention: Physics Search Committee; Tel; 248-204-3600, E-mail: physsearch@ltu.edu.

Application deadline: Dec. 6, 2013.

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Faculty » College of Arts & Science

Department Chair
Posted Monday, September 16, 2013

JOB TITLE: Department Chair
POSITION NUMBER: DC9994
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Dean
DIVISION: College of Arts & Science
DEPARTMENT: Math & Computer Science
TYPE: Full-Time

JOB DUTIES: The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Lawrence Technological University seeks an innovative, resourceful and experienced academic leader to fill a full-time, tenure-track chair position beginning fall semester of 2014.
MCS at LTU is a multi-disciplinary department, with programs in Math, Applied Math, Computer Science and Robotics. He/she should have at least five years of experience in a university setting performing the following roles: teaching, research, recruiting students, leading faculty committees, overseeing curricular development and course scheduling, and advising students. The successful candidate must be capable of strong academic leadership, including program stewardship and support of faculty and student development, excellent interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to establish and maintain the confidence and respect of faculty, students, staff, alumni, and the professional community. Five plus years of administrative experience in industry or academe preferred, particularly in areas related to the department's mission.

QUALIFICATIONS: A PhD in mathematics, statistics or computer science discipline preferred; three to five years of college-level teaching required; and three to five years of previous administrative, professional and/or industry work experience preferred. Strong record of accomplishments and qualifications for an associate or full professor position.

Application deadline: Dec. 6, 2013.

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Faculty » College of Arts & Science

Assistant Professor of Math & Computer Science
Posted Monday, November 25, 2013

JOB TITLE: Assistant Professor
POSITION NUMBER: AE9981
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Dean
DIVISION: College of Arts & Science
DEPARTMENT: Math & Computer Science
TYPE: Full-Time

JOB DUTIES: The Mathematics & Computer Science Department invites applications for a tenure-track position in Mathematics at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to start in the Fall 2014 semester. The ideal candidate will be interested in teaching mathematics course from developmental mathematics through introductory graduate level, in stimulating undergraduates through research, in using active teaching techniques, in disseminating scholarship results, and in working on interdisciplinary teams. Preference will be given to candidates that have had applied experience in a biological, financial, engineering, or architectural area.

QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral degree (Ph. D.) or equivalent in Mathematics or closely related field; or more than 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

For more information:
Email mcschair@ltu.edu
Web site: http://www.ltu.edu/arts_sciences/mathematics_computer_science/index.asp

Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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Faculty » College of Arts & Science

Senior Lecturer in English
Posted Thursday, April 17, 2014

JOB TITLE: Senior Lecturer in English
POSITION NUMBER:
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Department Chair
DIVISION: Arts & Science
DEPARTMENT: Humanities, Social Sciences, and Communication
TYPE: Full Time

JOB DUTIES: The Department of Humanities, Social Sciences and Communications at Lawrence Technological University invites applications for a one-year, full-time faculty position at the Senior Lecturer level for academic year 2014-2015.

The successful candidate will teach a full-time load in the English Fundamentals and English Composition as well as upper-level communication or literature courses. The successful candidate will also take the lead in improving writing instruction and student achievement in writing in freshman and sophomore courses.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: A Ph.D. in English or Communication is preferred, although significant graduate work past the master’s degree may be accepted. Experienced in teaching composition at the college and pre-college levels is required.

Candidates should forward PDF files of: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) statement of interest and experience in teaching, and (3) three letters of recommendation to Dr. James Rodgers, Interim Department Chair, at humchair@ltu.edu; Tel; 248-204-3520.

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Faculty » College of Management

Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting
Posted Tuesday, December 18, 2012

JOB TITLE: Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting
POSITION NUMBER:
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Dean of College of Management
DIVISION: College of Management
DEPARTMENT: Dean’s Office
TYPE: Full-Time

JOB DUTIES: The College of Management is seeking a tenure-track faculty candidate in Accounting at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank, beginning Fall 2014.

Candidates for this position teach undergraduate, graduate courses in the College of Management. They mentor and advise students at all levels. In addition they may supervise dissertation work and other student projects, engage in scholarly activity, and provide service to the department, university and community.

QUALIFICATIONS: PhD or DBA in Accounting, or an area that enables the candidate to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the field of Accounting, from an accredited university. An ABD nearing completion of the degree will be considered.

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Faculty » College of Management

Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Technology
Posted Monday, September 16, 2013

JOB TITLE: Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Technology
POSITION NUMBER: AE9956
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Dean of College of Management
DIVISION: College of Management
DEPARTMENT: Dean’s Office
TYPE: Full-Time

JOB DUTIES: The College of Management is seeking a tenure-track faculty candidate in Information Technology at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank, beginning Fall, 2014.

Candidates for this position teach undergraduate, graduate courses in the College of Management. Mentor and advises students at all levels. Engage in scholarly activity, and provide service to the department, university and community.

QUALIFICATIONS: PhD or DBA in Information Technology, or an area that enables the candidate to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the field of Information Technology, from an AACSB accredited university. An ADB nearing completion of the degree will be considered.

Faculty » College of Management

Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Technology
Posted Friday, February 21, 2014

JOB TITLE: Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Technology
POSITION NUMBER: PF9995
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Dean of College of Management
DIVISION: College of Management
DEPARTMENT: Dean’s Office
TYPE: Full-Time

JOB DUTIES: The College of Management is seeking a tenure-track faculty candidate in Information Technology at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank, beginning Fall, 2015.

Candidates for this position teach undergraduate, graduate courses in the College of Management. Mentor and advises students at all levels. Engage in scholarly activity, and provide service to the department, university and community.

QUALIFICATIONS: PhD or DBA in Information Technology, or an area that enables the candidate to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the field of Information Technology, from an AACSB accredited university. An ADB nearing completion of the degree will be considered.

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Faculty » Engineering

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow/Research Associate
Posted Wednesday, September 19, 2012

POSITION NUMBER: RS9983/RS9984
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Department Chair
DIVISION: College of Engineering
DEPARTMENT: Civil Engineering
TYPE: Full Time

JOB DUTIES: The Center for Innovative Materials Research (CIMR) of the Department of Civil Engineering at Lawrence Technological University invites applications for two positions: a Research Assistant Professor and a Postdoctoral Research Associate in FIRE, SMOKE, and TOXICITY (FST). Responsibilities include working closely with the principal investigator and collaborators on developing test protocols for FST for materials, components, and subsystems, as well as conducting FST material tests. Additional responsibilities include assisting to publish completed work.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering field. The successful candidates will have expertise in materials testing for fire, smoke and toxicity, and have familiarity with existing standards in these areas. Outstanding communication skills in spoken and written English are expected.

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Faculty » Engineering

Assistant Professor of Architectural Engineering
Posted Friday, December 06, 2013

JOB TITLE: Assistant Professor of Architectural Engineering
POSITION NUMBER:
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Program Director
DIVISION: College of Engineering
DEPARTMENT: Architectural Engineering Program
TYPE: Full-Time

JOB DUTIES: Lawrence Technological University, Architectural Engineering seeks applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position starting in the 2013-2014 academic year. The Architectural Engineering program is a five-year, direct-entry masters program. The first cohort in the program entered in 2009 and graduates in Spring of 2014.

QUALIFICATIONS: The applicant must have earned a Ph.D. architectural engineering or a closely related field. The candidate should have a strong commitment to teaching and the ability to develop and sustain a strong externally funded research program.

The salary level will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Lawrence Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Technological University welcomes applications from minorities and women.

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Faculty » Engineering

Visiting Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering
Posted Friday, February 21, 2014

JOB TITLE: Visiting Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering
POSITION NUMBER: AS9979
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Chair of Civil Engineering Department
DIVISION: College of Engineering
DEPARTMENT: Department of Civil Engineering
TYPE: Full-Time Temporary

Lawrence Technological University’s Department of Civil Engineering invites applications to fill a one year temporary assistant professor position in geotechnical engineering beginning as early as August 2014 with the possibility of turning into a full-time tenure-track position. Applicants should have an earned doctorate in civil engineering or related field with industrial experience in geotechnical engineering preferred. The successful candidate will 1) teach and develop undergraduate and graduate courses; 2) develop and sustain an externally-funded research program; 3) advise undergraduate and graduate students; and 4) participate in professional and university service activities. Candidates possessing a background in Geographical Information System (ArcGIS) will be a plus.

Lawrence Technological University is located in southeast Michigan and the university has vibrant and dynamic relationships with a wide range of major engineering firms and government agencies. The department offers state-of–the-art facilities for research in a variety of areas including the $11 million Center for Innovative Materials Research (CIMR).

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Faculty » Engineering

College Professor in Construction Engineering
Posted Friday, February 21, 2014

JOB TITLE: College Professor in Construction Engineering
POSITION NUMBER: AS9994
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Chair of Civil Engineering Department
DIVISION: College of Engineering
DEPARTMENT: Department of Civil Engineering
TYPE: Full-Time

A non-tenure track college professor position related to construction engineering is available beginning August 2014 at Lawrence Technological University. The successful candidate will work closely with the Department of Civil Engineering and the Dean’s Office of the College of Engineering. Lawrence Tech is strategically located in the largest construction market in Michigan, with opportunities for faculty involvement with major construction projects, firms and organizations. Applicants should have an earned doctorate in civil engineering or related field with industrial experience in construction engineering preferred. The department offers state-of–the-art facilities for research in a variety of areas including the $11 million Center for Innovative Materials Research (CIMR).

In addition to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in construction engineering, the successful candidate will take a leading role as assessment coordinator overseeing the accredited engineering curriculums in the College of Engineering and within the Department of Civil Engineering. Other responsibilities include service to the University and graduate/undergraduate student advising. The candidate is expected to have a strong teaching background with a teaching philosophy that matches well with the philosophy of the University. The ideal candidate will have a fundamental background in construction engineering with an ability to work closely with the university’s eLearning Services to develop graduate online courses. Work experience in the area of construction claims, mediator and/or arbitration will be a definite plus.

The dateline for applications for this position is May 31, 2014.

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Faculty » Engineering

Director of Biomedical Engineering
Posted Thursday, March 06, 2014

JOB TITLE: Director of Biomedical Engineering
POSITION NUMBER:
HIRING SUPERVISOR: Dean of College of Engineering
DIVISION: College of Engineering
DEPARTMENT: Electrical & Computer Engineering
TYPE: Full-Time

JOB DUTIES: The College of Engineering at Lawrence Technological University invites applications for the position of Director of Biomedical Engineering at the academic level of Associate Professor or Professor, start date July 2014.

The Program Director reports directly to the Dean of the College of Engineering. The Program Director is expected to provide leadership in all matters of department policy, including appointments, promotions, instruction, research and administration
The candidate must have a sound vision for the future of biomedical engineering at Lawrence Technological University and the ability to lead and advance an integrated teaching and research oriented department. The director will pursue opportunities to enhance student learning, externally funded research, as well as building the reputation of the program.

QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in biomedical engineering or closely related field and be recognized for leadership excellence, teaching, and scholarship in an area of biomedical engineering. Experience with the engineering accreditation process. Ability to and collaborate closely with faculty when building and leading a team. Excellent organizational and communication skills are also required.

Qualified women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

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