Assistant Professor - Sensor and Control Engineering

General Duties and Responsibilities

• This position will be expected to develop a nationally recognized, externally funded research program focusing on improving agricultural operations' sustainability and profitability by developing and applying new technologies. The successful candidate’s research program should include one or more of the following areas: novel sensor design, fabrication, and deployment; developing new algorithms and methodologies for processing, analyzing and interpreting sensor data; developing machine learning techniques for pattern recognition, anomaly detection, feature extraction and classification of agricultural production data. These technologies should enhance the efficiency, productivity, and quality of agricultural production. The successful candidate must be capable of applying systems engineering principles, including advanced monitoring and control strategies, to optimize the agricultural system's efficiency. This position offers excellent potential for close collaboration with teaching, research, and extension faculty from other Clemson University Research and Education centers, in the department of Agricultural Sciences, and other CAFLS departments.
• Other responsibilities include supporting and advising students, serving on department/college/university committees, and contributing to professional societies. The successful candidate is expected to develop and lead a nationally recognized research program, obtain funding via external grants and contracts, develop intellectual property, and sustain a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ph.D. degree in agricultural engineering, electrical engineering, biosystems engineering, biomechanical engineering, mechanical engineering, or another relevant engineering field with specializing in automation, sensor development, electrical system design or control systems. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in agricultural production or machinery, evidence of research productivity, excellent communication skills, and the potential to secure external funding to support an active research program.
• Please submit the following requirements to interfoliow at: http://apply.interfolio.com/147493: (1) a letter of interest including contact information; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) a one-page research philosophy; (4) an unofficial transcript from all degree-granting institutions (BS, MS, Ph.D.); and (5) contact information for three references. Applicants may request that their candidacy remain confidential during the initial review process.
• Review of applications will begin on August 15, 2024. This position will remain open until filled. We anticipate preliminary Zoom interviews beginning late August. The preferred starting date is negotiable.
• If you need any additional information, please contact:
• Dr. Bhupinder Farmaha bfarmah@clemson.edu or Dr. Bulent Koc bulent@clemson.edu