Physics and Astronomy: Two Assistant Professor in Robotics Engineering--Notice of Filing

University of Wisconsin Stout • Eau Claire, WI

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About The Position

POSITION: Two probationary tenure-track faculty positions in Robotics Engineering at the rank of assistant professor are available in the Physics and Astronomy Department in the College of Arts and Sciences; higher rank may be considered for candidates with extensive experience. The program seeks dynamic candidates with expertise in robotics engineering or a closely related engineering discipline who is committed to teaching excellence and to maintaining an active research program involving undergraduates. This appointment begins August 18, 2025. The Department of Physics and Astronomy is developing a new interdisciplinary engineering program in Assistive Systems and Robotics Engineering. The proposed program, which is designed for ABET accreditation, is currently under review for approval by the Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents. The robotics program is squarely aligned with the university’s longstanding strategic partnership with the Mayo Clinic and is focused on applications in healthcare (assistive robotics, medical applications) and the human-machine interface. The program builds upon strong programs in Physics, Computer Science, Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) and Biomedical Engineering (BME). Combined these units currently graduate about 110 students each year. Both the MSE and BME programs are ABET accredited.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering field from a regionally accredited higher education institution by August 18, 2025.
• A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, and the ability to establish a research program in robotics engineering that involves undergraduates is required.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship will be considered an asset.
• Prior teaching experience in robotics engineering may be considered an asset.
• Expertise in control systems; applications of sensors, actuators and embedded controllers; design of systems that integrate hardware and software to control mechanical systems may be considered an asset.
• Industry experience in robotics engineering may be considered an asset.
• The ability to bring diverse cultural and ethnic experiences and perspectives to the campus and to serve as a role model and mentor for women and/or minorities may be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Instructional responsibilities include teaching all levels of Robotic Engineering courses, particularly upper-level courses in control systems; applications of sensors, actuators and embedded controllers; design of systems that integrate hardware and software to control mechanical systems.
• Faculty are expected to participate in collaborative research and scholarly activities involving undergraduate students.
• Responsibilities will include keeping the curriculum current with the field and participating in the ABET accreditation process.
• Additional responsibilities include advising students in the robotics engineering major as well as service to the department, University, and profession.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees