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Human Factors Faculty

Human Factors and Ergonomics Tenure-Track Faculty Position
College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Science
Department of Industrial Engineering

The Department of Industrial Engineering, in the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Science at Clemson University, is conducting a search for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in focused on Human Factors and Ergonomics.  The department currently has 17 full-time faculty members and a student population of 525 undergraduate students, 108 on-campus master’s students, and 35 doctoral students.  In addition, there are 80 students enrolled in an online Masters of Engineering program.

The successful applicant will provide a dynamic and innovative classroom and lab experience for their students.  In addition, they will develop a strong record of external funding, engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary research, both within and outside of the department, and contribute to the goals and missions of the Department of Industrial Engineering, the College of Engineering, Computing, and Applied Science and Clemson University.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.  In addition, the successful applicant will (or have the ability to) possess a demonstrated record of undergraduate and graduate instruction, respected scholarship in esteemed journals and publications, and the ability to develop a robust research program.  The successful will need to join the Clemson IE faculty for the Fall 2019 semester.

Application Date to Receive Full Consideration

Applications received before December 1, 2018 will receive full consideration.  However, applications will be accepted and considered until the position is filled.

The Application Process

Interested applicants are invited to apply online at apply.interfolio.com/55252. Applicants should submit:

  1. A cover letter that includes a summary of teaching interests, research agenda, and noteworthy accomplishments as well as brief plan on how they would contribute to the department’s research mission;
  2. Current Curriculum Vitae;
  3. Statement of current and future research Interest;
  4. Statement of teaching philosophy;
  5. Diversity statement; and
  6. The names and contact information of three references.

Questions / Additional Information

Inquiries may be sent to Dr. David M. Neyens, Chair of Faculty Search Committee (dneyens@clemson.edu).  Potential applicants interested in a meeting at the 2018 HFES Annual Conference should contact Dr. Neyens.

Clemson University Overview

Founded in 1889, Clemson University is a land-grant institution committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. Seven interdisciplinary colleges and schools house strong programs in architecture, engineering, science, agriculture, natural resources, business, social sciences, arts and humanities, health care, and education are home to a dedicated and diverse student body of approximately 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students. A faculty over 1,200 and staff of 3,500 support over 70 undergraduate degree offerings and more than 75 masters and 45 doctoral programs. An annual operating budget of $1.1 billion and an endowment of more than $700 million fund programs and operations. Total research expenditures in 2015 were over $170 million.

The College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Science

The College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences is creating a rich environment for students to develop not only excellent technical skills but also a broad set of abilities that position them as the intellectual leaders of tomorrow.  Our world-class curriculum and experiences are built on the National Academy of Engineering’s Grand Challenges for the 21st Century and the competencies that provide the basis for our Grand Challenges Scholars Program.  This foundation prepares students to tackle some of society’s most complex and urgent problems.

Clemson University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.