Assistant Professor with tenure track in Microwave Engineering

To support the long-term competitiveness and development in microwave engineering, we are seeking excellent candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position who will pursue a strong and internationally leading research programme related to microwave and/or terahertz technologies. We particularly welcome applications from junior researchers that will bring complementary expertise to our department.

Information about the department and the position
The Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience hosts a unique environment for research and education in microwave engineering, nanoelectronics, quantum technologies, photonics and nanofabrication. Within microwave enginering, we host research ranging from emerging semiconductor devices and materials to integrated circuits and subsystems for future communication-, sensor- and scientific applications. Our research is supported by in-house world-class infrastructures for microwave- and THz characterization (the Kollberg Laboratory) and clean-room processing (the Nanofabrication Laboratory).

We offer you the chance to design a unique and autonomous research programme, networking with specialists, students and entrepreneurs across disciplines and departments. Additionally, you will receive competitive start-up funding, relocation support, leadership programmes and mentoring.

The appointment as Assistant Professor is an entry level faculty position with tenure-track whereby the employee has the opportunity to acquire both pedagogical and scientific qualifications. Each new Assistant Professor at Chalmers is a strategic recruitment. An Assistant Professor is expected to improve their ability to formulate and solve scientific problems, to publish scientific articles, and to develop abilities in teaching and supervision, by means of both practical training and independent study. One assessment will be conducted after two years, and an additional assessment for granting tenure will be conducted in conjunction with the period of appointment reaching its conclusion. More information here.

Assistant Professor in Microwave Engineering
Our research is typically application driven with an overall objective of addressing long term societal needs. This is accomplished by fundamental and applied research on technologies relevant for wireless communication, sensor systems and instrumentation for basic science applications.

With a long-standing tradition of research related to microwave technology at Chalmers, you will have access to a large network of international collaborators. We also host several research and innovation centers that allow researchers to collaborate closely with international industries and research institutes.

In summary, Chalmers offers a broad range of opportunities for you to quickly establish and develop your future academic career in microwave engineering!

Major responsibilities
You will conduct research in line with the intentions described in your application. We strongly encourage applicants with a research profile that complements expertise within the department and fosters collaboration.

You will contribute with:
• Active engagement in developing a distinct line of research;
• Active contribution to education on all levels;
• Supervision of masters and doctoral students;
• Raising external research funds;
• Participation in joint departmental and university-wide undertakings;
• National and international collaborations.

Qualifications
We are looking for candidates who are interested in building a research group and attracting external funding. You are open-minded with an interest in both research and education that utilizes our experimental infrastructures and with an aptitude to collaborate nationally and internationally. Post-doctoral or equivalent stay at an institution other than the one where the PhD was awarded and pedagogical experience are both mandatory requirements. Teamwork-, leadership-, supervision-, organizational-, and entrepreneurial skills are also important merits.

You have:
• A doctoral degree in a relevant field (electrical engineering, engineering physics, or similar) not older than 7 years. Exceptions will be made for longer periods resulting from parental leave;
• Conducted research at the highest level, demonstrated by e.g. publications in leading journals of the field, presentations at leading conferences, or granted patents;
• Experience with high frequency measurements;
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.

Position summary
The appointment as Assistant Professor is a four-year entry-level faculty position with tenure-track, whereby the employee has the opportunity to acquire both pedagogical and scientific qualifications. An Assistant Professor is expected to improve their ability to formulate and solve scientific problems, to publish scientific articles, and to develop abilities in teaching and supervision, by means of both practical training and independent study. The aim is to achieve the level of Associate Professor within four years and if successful you will be offered a permanent faculty position at Chalmers.

Application deadline: 31 January, 2021

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