Postdoctoral Research Associate, Systems and Industrial Engineering
Tucson, AZ 
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Job Description
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Systems and Industrial Engineering
Posting Number req19230
Department Systems and Industrial Engr
Department Website Link https://sie.engineering.arizona.edu
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights

The Department of Systems and Industrial Engineering is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for developing a comprehensive curriculum that addresses the educational pathway for chip manufacturing, spanning from community colleges through to graduate school. This curriculum development initiative aims to bridge the gap in chip manufacturing education and ensure a seamless transition for students pursuing careers in this rapidly evolving field.

This position is part of a major Semiconductor and Microelectronics Investment at the University of Arizona by the Arizona Commerce Authority. Particularly, this position will contribute to significantly expanding workforce development in this area by leveraging and developing digital and virtual reality capabilities and distance learning platforms.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Design and develop an integrated curriculum focusing on chip manufacturing, incorporating the latest advancements and technologies in the field.
  • Collaborate with faculty from community colleges, undergraduate, and graduate programs to ensure the curriculum meets the educational and professional needs of students at each level.
  • Implement pedagogical strategies that are inclusive and effective for diverse learning environments and student backgrounds, with a particular attention to distance learning and the use of virtual reality platforms.
  • Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of the curriculum, make adjustments based on feedback and emerging industry trends.
  • Contribute to the dissemination of the project's outcomes through scholarly publications, presentations, and stakeholder meetings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of Electrical and Computer Engineering principles and practices, especially as they relate to chip manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with the latest educational technologies and methodologies for effective teaching and learning, particularly the use of Virtual Reality environments to provide lab experiences to remote students.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and evaluation, preferably in engineering or a related technical discipline.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Education, Engineering Education, Curriculum Development, or a closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with community colleges or technical schools in curriculum design or educational partnerships.
  • Familiar with the latest educational technologies and methodologies for effective teaching and learning, particularly the use of Virtual Reality environments to provide lab experiences to remote students.
  • Experience working with community colleges or technical schools in curriculum design or educational partnerships.
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $56,484 - $68,604
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 5/27/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Alejandro Salado
alejandrosalado@arizona.edu
Open Date 4/22/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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