Electrical & Computer Engineering - Program Director, Modeling and Analysis
University of Alberta
Location:
Alberta
Date posted:
2010-02-23
Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering
Program Director, Modeling and Analysis
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Alberta and the Institute for Reconstructive Sciences in Medicine (iRSM) invite applications for Program Director of Modeling and Analysis.
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is undergoing a major expansion and is committed to securing a position among the leading schools in North America (www.ece.ualberta.ca). iRSM is an internationally recognized clinical and research centre; clinical activity is focused on reconstruction of the head and neck and its research activity is directed to a broad base of reconstructive science and technology (www.irsm-canada.com). The collaboration between iRSM and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering creates an exceptional opportunity for biomedical engineering research that has direct application for and access to the clinical environment.
The Program Director for Modeling and Analysis will be based at iRSM's Medical Modeling Research Laboratory (MMRL). The MMRL is a state of the art rapid prototyping research laboratory, providing opportunities for research in prototype technology development, digital signal processing, diagnostic imaging, predictive virtual reality models for treatment planning, development of haptic devices for simulation and surgical robotic tools. These facilities are complemented by two new electrical and computer engineering research and teaching buildings at the University of Alberta.
The Program Director will be responsible for building a competitive program for iRSM and the University of Alberta in the area of modeling and analysis for medical applications. The successful candidate will be appointed to a tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the University of Alberta and to iRSM. Faculty member responsibilities will include teaching, graduate student supervision and administrative involvement.
Candidates must have earned (or expect shortly) a PhD in electrical and computer engineering or a closely related area with relevant application to medical reconstructive sciences; demonstrate a solid publication record; and have a strong commitment to and record of success in research and teaching. Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment is also required. Experience with product development and technology commercialization is highly desired. The successful candidate will, regardless of their educational background, be required, in due course, to become a licensed professional engineer in the Province of Alberta.
Applicants are invited to submit their curriculum vitae including employment history, a statement outlining research and teaching interests, a brief description of major contributions, reprints of at least two representative research papers, and the names of at least three referees.
Applications can be sent electronically in PDF format only. The review of applications will begin on March 31, 2010; however, the competition will remain open until the position is filled.
Dr. H. J. Marquez
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Alberta
W2-023 ECERF Bldg.
Edmonton, AB T6G 2V4 Canada
E-mail: marquez@ece.ualberta.ca
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.
