The position described here has been filled.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan invites applications for one full-time, tenure track position in computer engineering, preferably in the areas of design, verification and testing of digital systems. The Computer Engineering program centers on real-time embedded systems with emphasis on codesign of hardware and software. The position is offered at the Assistant Professor level, but exceptional candidates will be considered at a higher rank. The applicant must demonstrate both excellent research potential and teaching ability. Relevant industrial experience will be considered an asset. A Ph.D. in electrical or computer engineering, or in a related field is required.

The successful candidate is expected to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels, supervise graduate students and establish a research program in computer engineering. The successful candidate is also expected to supervise senior undergraduate projects. Research start-up funding as well as partial graduate student support would be available for the first year.

The Department offers B.Sc., M.Eng., M.Sc. and Ph.D. degree programs in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering. Further, the Department has strong foundations and research in the area of analog and digital electronics, devices, digital communications, biomedical engineering, and power systems and machines. There are about 230 undergraduate and 90 graduate students currently enrolled. An open and collegial environment exists amongst the students and faculty.

The Department has close ties with local industry and is affiliated with Telecommunication Research Laboratories (http://www.trlabs.ca/) and CMC Microsystems (http://www.cmc.ca/). Research opportunities exist at Canada's national synchrotron radiation facility, the Canadian Light Source Inc. (http://www.lightsource.ca/). Through these affiliations, exciting opportunities exist for collaborative work and graduate students have access to state-of-the-art research facilities. Preference will be given to applicants who can complement existing research strengths within the Department. Information about the Department is available at http://www.ece.usask.ca. Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and the names of at least three references to:

Head, Dept. of Electrical and Computer Engineering
57 Campus Drive, University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Canada, S7N 5A9
Email: engr_eesearch_ECE@usask.ca

Applications should be received by October 1, 2008 but late applications may be considered until the position is filled. The appointment would normally start January 1, 2009, however the starting date is flexible, and may be extended to July 1, 2009. The University of Saskatchewan is committed to Employment Equity. Members of Designated Groups (women, aboriginal people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) are encouraged to self-identify on their applications. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.