What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chair & Professor position at University of North Carolina Charlotte?
Chair & Professor
Applicant Documents
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Hiring is subject to budget availability.
Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.charlotte.edu/ The application package should include
(1) a cover letter,
(2) a detailed CV,
(3) names and contact information of at least three references, and
(4) a two-page statement summarizing the candidate's approach to academic leadership and their vision and goals for ECE education and research at UNC Charlotte.
Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.charlotte.edu/ The application package should include
(1) a cover letter,
(2) a detailed CV,
(3) names and contact information of at least three references, and
(4) a two-page statement summarizing the candidate's approach to academic leadership and their vision and goals for ECE education and research at UNC Charlotte.
Position Information
Posting Specific Questions
General Information
| Position Number | 004373 |
|---|---|
| Working Title | Chair & Professor |
| Classification Title | Department Chair/ Director |
| College | College of Engineering (Col) |
| Department | Electrical & Computer Engineering |
| Position Designation | Faculty |
| Employment Type | Permanent - Full-time |
| Months per year | 11 |
| Primary Purpose of Department | The mission of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at UNC Charlotte is to develop human and intellectual resources in all disciplines of Electrical and Computer Engineering and their applications in order to foster technological and economic growth in the Charlotte region, the State of North Carolina, and beyond. The Department has a strong partnership with the College's Energy Production and Infrastructure Center (EPIC), the School of Data Science, the North Carolina Battery Complexity, Autonomous Vehicle and Electrification Research Center (BATT CAVE), The Charlotte Aviation Innovation and Research Institute (AIR Institute), and the University AI Institute. Our nationally recognized programs offer students the opportunity for hands-on learning with experienced faculty who value innovation. UNC Charlotte has officially joined the top tier of research institutions in the nation with its new R1 designation. This milestone marks a transformative moment for the University, unlocking new opportunities for groundbreaking discoveries, industry partnerships and student success. Electrical and Computer Engineering faculty are leading research and teaching in AI, robotics and automation, cloud computing, cybersecurity, wireless power transfer, electrification, digital twinning, intelligent vehicles, smart and sustainable cities, transformational energy systems and more. The Department currently enrolls nearly 570 undergraduate and 160 graduate students and employs 36 Faculty and 6 Staff. The Department offers Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering. Electrical engineering students may add a concentration in power and energy systems, and students in both programs can add a concentration in machine learning. The master's degrees in electrical engineering and computer engineering, as well as a Ph.D. in electrical engineering are nationally ranked. |
| Vacancy Open to | All Candidates |
| Description of Work | Responsible for the daily operation of the department and the department programs. The Department Chair/ Director will promote excellence in department programs within the University. Chair/ Director responsibilities are classified as professional duties requiring leadership and mentoring of faculty, administrative expertise to include vision, long term and short-term planning, decision-making and coordination of instruction. |
| Essential Duties and Responsibilities | The Chair will collaboratively lead and grow departmental academic, research, and outreach activities in the context of the Department's, College's, and University's vision and strategic plan. The responsibilities of the department chairperson can be divided into four primary areas: Personnel, Student & Alumni Affairs, Budget & Planning, and Administration & Service. The Chair will support the Department's mission in a variety of ways, including:
The Chair supports the College and University missions by conducting services for the public and profession, and by participating in other Department and University activities. |
| Minimum Experience/Education | UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned doctorate or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline. |
| Preferred Education, Skills and Experience | Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or closely related field. This tenured position is open to applicants with credentials and experience commensurate with a full professor. Candidates should have
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| Necessary Licenses/Certifications | |
| Special Notes to Applicants |
Hiring is subject to budget availability. Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.charlotte.edu/ The application package should include (1) a cover letter, (2) a detailed CV, (3) names and contact information of at least three references, and (4) a two-page statement summarizing the candidate's approach to academic leadership and their vision and goals for ECE education and research at UNC Charlotte. |
| Job Open Date | 10/03/2025 |
| Job Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Date Review of Applications will Begin | 11/10/2025 |
| Proposed Hire Date | |
| If time-limited, please indicate appointment end date | 08/14/2026 |
| Contact Information |
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The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.