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CLEMSON UNIVERSITY Human Factors and Ergonomics Human Factors and Ergonomics Tenure-Track Faculty Position College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Science Department of Industrial Engineering The Department of Industrial Engineering, in the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Science at Clemson University, is conducting a search for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in focused on Human Factors and Ergonomics. The department currently has 17 full-time faculty members and a student population of 525 undergraduate students, 108 on-campus master's students, and 35 doctoral students. In addition, there are 80 students enrolled in an online Masters of Engineering program. Additional information about the Department of Industrial Engineering can be found at http://ie.clemson.edu The successful applicant will provide a dynamic and innovative classroom and lab experience for his/her students. In addition, he/she will develop strong relationships with donors to ensure increasing external funding, engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary research, both within and outside of the department, and contribute to the goals and missions of the Department of Industrial Engineering, the College of Engineering, Computing, and Applied Science and Clemson University. Qualifications Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering or a related discipline. In addition, the successful applicant will possess a demonstrated record of undergraduate and graduate instruction, respected scholarship in esteemed journals and publications, and the ability to develop a robust research program. The successful will need to join the Clemson IE faculty for the Fall 2019 semester. The College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Science The College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences is creating a rich environment for students to develop not only excellent technical skills but also a broad set of abilities that position them as the intellectual leaders of tomorrow. Our world- class curriculum and experiences are built on the National Academy of Engineering's Grand Challenges for the 21st Century and the competencies that provide the basis for our Grand Challenges Scholars Program. This foundation prepares students to tackle some of society's most complex and urgent problems. For additional information about the college, please visit: www.clemson.edu/cecas. BRAND RECOGNITION AND STRENGTH Clemson enjoys excellent brand awareness and reputation both inside and outside the state of South The ClemsonForward plan is Carolina. The recent 2016 National Championship available at clemson.edu/forward. title in college football gave the University vast national exposure. The demand for enrollment In 2016, the Clemson University remains high year after year. In 2016, Clemson Board of Trustees approved a 10-year received more than 23,500 applications, with an strategic plan grounded in Clemson’s acceptance rate of 51 percent. historic strengths but focused solidly on the future and the challenges facing South Carolina, the nation and Additionally, the University was ranked by the world in the 21st century. U.S. News & World Report in the top 25 of the nation’s public universities for ten straight years. The The plan aims to ensure that University enjoys numerous other top rankings: Clemson fulfills its core mission while consistently ranking among the From U.S. News & World Report nation’s top 20 public universities • No. 23 National Public University and Carnegie tier-one research • No. 12 Most Innovative School among all National institutions. Public Universities • No. 16 Best College for Veterans ClemsonForward focuses on the success of students by targeting • One of only 11 public universities recognized for these specific areas: excellence in undergraduate research and creative projects Research: Increase national competitive scholarship and research From the Princeton Review funding, particularly in the areas • No. 1 Best Career Services of advanced materials; cyber- • No. 2 Students Pack the Stadiums infrastructure; analytics and big data • No. 6 Best Alumni Network science; energy, transportation and • No. 5 Town-Gown Relations advanced manufacturing; human resilience; health innovation; and From sustainable environment. Money Magazine • No. 12 among Best Public Colleges Engagement: Extend and focus Clemson’s exceptional student and From Kiplinger’s Personal Finance community engagement programs; • Named a Best Public College Value fully leverage economic development and innovation campuses. Academic Core: Maintain excellence in undergraduate education while growing graduate education. Living: Build on the Clemson experience by providing the best in student environment, faculty and staff working environment, and athletic excellence. ABOUT THE CITY OF CLEMSON Clemson is a city of approximately 14,000 year-round residents that swells to 100,000 on home football games in the fall. Clemson is in Pickens County, South Carolina. The Clemson area, located on the northwest corner of the state in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is on the shores of Hartwell Lake, a large man-made lake with great fishing, swimming, and boating. Clemson enjoys a moderate climate year round with average temperatures in January at 30°F to 50°F and in August of 69°F to 90°F. The area was once home to John C. Calhoun (father-in-law to Thomas Green Clemson) and General Andrew Pickens. The Calhoun home, today called Fort Hill, still stands on the Clemson University campus. In 2016, the median household income was $37,466 in Clemson and $46,898 statewide. The city of Clemson operates within the Clemson Police Department, Clemson University Fire Department and Pickens County EMS, for public safety needs. All departments are staffed 24-hours a day, seven days a week. The Clemson Area Transit offers free transportation (known as the CAT bus) to all riders. The city is also served by Amtrak on the Crescent route. The closest major airport is Greenville- Spartanburg International Airport (GSP), located a 45-minute drive away. The school district for the city of Clemson is Pickens County School District. Children living in the city of Clemson attend Clemson Elementary School, RC Edwards Middle School, and D.W. Daniel High School. Clemson is served in the United States Senate by Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott, and in the House by Jeff Duncan. Residents also enjoy access to the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts, the 18-hole Walker Golf Course, the Cooper Library, the South Carolina Botanical Garden, and the Bob Campbell Geology Museum on the Clemson University campus. In addition, the University has 17 NCAA teams and numerous intramural and club sports. Downtown Greenville, located approximately 30 minutes from Clemson, offers a thriving entertainment, dining, and cultural scene and is home to the Greenville Drive, a minor league baseball team affiliated with the Boston Red Sox. Both Atlanta, Georgia and Charlotte, North Carolina are within a two-hour drive from Clemson, while outdoors lovers can be in the mountains of North Carolina in an hour or enjoy hiking, fishing, camping and more at one of several South Carolina state parks within a 45-minute drive of Clemson. CLEMSON BENEFITS AND RESOURCES Clemson University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons • Relocation Reimbursement Assistance and does not discriminate on the basis of • Tuition Assistance Program race, color, religion, sex, sexual • Spousal Partner Career Assistance Program orientation, gender, pregnancy, national • Health and Wellness Opportunities origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, • Work/Life Balance genetic information or protected activity • Employee Discount Program (e.g., opposition to prohibited • On-campus Childcare Facility (Coming 2020) discrimination or participation in any • Employee Assistance Program complaint process, etc.) in employment, • Adoption Assistance Program educational programs and activities, • Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, admissions and financial aid. This Long-term Disability, as well as Leave Benefits and includes a prohibition against sexual Retirement Options harassment and sexual violence as mandated by Title IX of the Education For more information, visit: Amendments of 1972. http://www.clemson.edu/employment/benefits/ MORE INFORMATION: Application Date to Receive Full Consideration Applications received before December 1, 2018 will receive full consideration. However, applications will be accepted and considered until the position is filled. The Application Process Interested applicants are invited to apply online at apply.interfolio.com/55252. Applicants should submit: 1) A cover letter that includes a summary of teaching interests, research agenda, and noteworthy accomplishments as well as brief plan on how they would contribute to the department’s research mission; 2) Current Curriculum Vitae; 3) Statement of current and future research Interest; 4) Statement of teaching philosophy; 5) Diversity statement; and 6) The names and contact information of three references. Questions / Additional Information Inquiries may be sent to Dr. David M. Neyens, Chair of Faculty Search Committee ([email protected]). Potential applicants interested in a meeting at the 2018 HFES Annual Conference should contact Dr. Neyens. .