Faculty of Applied Sciences
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Computing Science
Engineering Science
Assistant Professors - Tenure Track
The School of Engineering Science at Simon Fraser University is seeking outstanding candidates for tenure track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor for its newly developed program in Mechatronic Systems Engineering (MSE). As of Fall 2007, the School has offered graduate as well as a Co-op based undergraduate degree programs in MSE at SFU’s newest campus in Surrey.
The areas of specific interest are:
1) Mechanical/Mechatronic Design from Mechanical or Mechatronic disciplines with a broad background in design theories and methodologies and hands-on engineering design experience. Special consideration will be given to candidates with demonstrated practical skills in design of mechanical systems in areas such as smart mechanisms, product design, electromechanical system integration, and/or micro-mechatronics.
2) Material Engineering with a strong background in both experimental and theoretical aspects of solid mechanics applied to the development of advanced materials, with particular emphasis on micro/nano materials, multi-scale materials, smart polymers and emerging energy and biomedical technologies. Hands-on experience with fabrication, processing and analytical/characterization techniques is desirable.
3) Power electronics including smart grid, novel power converters and control strategies, smart transmission and distribution systems, sustainable energy systems, distributed power generation, electric and hybrid electric vehicles, energy harvesting, energy storage systems, motor and adjustable speed drives, embedded computing for power electronics, and micro-grids.
4) Biomechatronics including biomedical technologies, biosensors, bioinstrumentation, neural interfacing and implants, medical robotics, rehabilitation and human augmentation technologies, biomechanical energy conversion, micro/nanotechnologies for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
5) Sustainable and Green Energy including sustainable energy conversion and storage systems; solar, wind, wave/tidal, and small hydroelectric power systems; fuel cells and batteries; hydrogen production and storage; thermoelectric technologies; thermohydraulics of power systems; alternative drive train technologies and green transportation; green and energy efficient buildings.
Individuals with an undergraduate and a doctoral degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a closely related area with a demonstrated potential for scholarly and funded research in one of the aforementioned research areas, as well as a commitment to undergraduate/graduate teaching are encouraged to apply.
The applicants should note in their cover letter which of the above five mentioned areas they are applying for. Preference will be given to candidates with industrial experience. Registration or eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer in the Province of British Columbia is required. The School of Engineering Science has a strong commitment to high quality research and offers an excellent research environment. Initial research support will be provided to the successful applicants for establishing their research program.
The University has consistently been placed at or near the top of the Maclean Magazine’s national ranking. SFU's Surrey campus offers brand new state-of-the-art facilities in a central location with outstanding access to metropolitan Vancouver. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people, and persons with disabilities.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Positions are available immediately but are subject to final budgetary approval by the University. Further, under the authority of the University Act personal information that is required by the University for Academic Appointment Competitions will be collected. For further details see the Collection Notice.
To apply, send curriculum vitae, evidence of research productivity (including selected reprints) and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of four referees to:
Dr. Mehrdad Saif, Professor & Director
School of Engineering Science
Simon Fraser University
8888 University Drive
Burnaby, B.C. V5A 1S6 Canada
email: saif@ensc.sfu.ca