Position Description: The Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering position with an anticipated start date of August 2022. We seek individuals whose research and teaching interests are in all areas of data analytics that align with the department’s emphasis in the applications of quantitative modeling and analysis. Examples include, but are not limited to, quality and reliability engineering, logistics and distribution, healthcare systems, machine learning, manufacturing systems, computing and cyber-physical systems. We seek individuals who can contribute to modernizing undergraduate and graduate curricula, growing the graduate program, and the university’s new cross-college, interdisciplinary Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I3R). I3R was established via a $194.7 million grant from the Walton Family Charitable Support Foundation to grow cross-disciplinary research capability, expand the scope of discoveries, and increase commercialization of research.

How to Apply: Applicants are asked to submit a single PDF file that includes (i) a letter of interest, (ii) a curriculum vita, (iii) research and teaching statements, (iv) a diversity statement that includes their understanding of, prior and/or ongoing experiences engaging with individuals from a broad range of backgrounds, and plans to attract, teach, and mentor a diverse group of students, and (v) names and contact information of three professional references. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be submitted online by November 15th, 2021 via this link. Applications submitted after that date will be reviewed until the position is filled. Please direct any questions to iesearch@uark.edu.

The WOMEN IN ENGINEERING DIVISION (WIED) is seeking papers for the 2022 ASEE Annual Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota, June 26-29, 2022. Abstract submission opens October 11, 2021, and the deadline for submission is November 8, 2021. Papers that focus on diversity, equity and inclusion on topics related to women in engineering, computing and/or technology are strongly encouraged. This work might include outreach and recruitment of K-12 students, faculty recruitment and retention, innovative student retention programs and assessment. Topics that concern mentoring, recruitment, retention, leadership and professional development for women faculty and administrators (for example, work/life balance and dual-career issues) are relevant and timely. Other topics might include workplace climate, university programs, policies, and reports on initiatives. Transformative research that informs the development of impactful and forward-thinking programs and policies also are of high relevance. Popular sessions at recent conferences have included panels focused on a variety of topics, including improving the experience of marginalized students on engineering design teams, advocacy for gender equity, listening and negotiation, well-being, interactive theater to promote difficult dialogues about inequities in engineering education, managing dual careers, work/life integration issues, care for family members, and academic leadership strategies. If you have ideas for panels and/or would be willing to help organize a panel, please contact the program chair. Panels that can be co-sponsored with other divisions are strongly encouraged.

Authors should submit an abstract of 300 words or less on their paper topic. All ASEE divisions are publish to present. Authors of accepted abstracts must submit a full paper for review and acceptance in order to be included in the WIED program at the conference and in the conference proceedings. Panels must also submit an abstract and may optionally submit a full paper. Please note that there are two levels of review: first a review of the abstract, then a review of the submitted paper (submission deadline is February 7, 2022). The review processes are double blind – therefore please do not include names of authors or institutions within the title or body of the abstract or paper. The final paper with blind indicators removed is due May 16, 2022. The author’s kit is found here: https://www.asee.org/annual-conference/2022/paper-management/for-authors

For additional information, please contact Kristi J. Shryock, WIED Program Chair, College of Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843. Email: kshryock@tamu.edu.

At the 2021 Annual Conference, two WIED members received national awards.  Dr. Watford was honored with the Sharon Keillor Award and Dr. Hammond was honored with the Chester F. Carlson Award.  More details here.

Thank you to all website division members, officers, and representatives for attending our virtual division meeting on July 29, 2021.  We look forward to seeing you in person in Minneapolis in 2022!

The Story Exchange will award $5,000 incentive prizes to 5 female scientists addressing climate change. Application deadline: July 31.  https://thestoryexchange.org/women-in-science-incentive-prize-2021/

The American Vacuum Society (AVS) is excited to announce the AVS 2021 International Twitter Poster Competition, an online venue for students and early career professionals to share their research with a global audience. Join us to disseminate your latest findings, connect with your research community, and meet new colleagues!  https://avs.swoogo.com/avs_posters21

The Rochester Institute of Technology’s Future Faculty Career Exploration Program is currently accepting applications for the 2021 Cohort – https://bit.ly/3bNQTPA

This program is a rigorous four-day program designed for African American, Latino American, and Native American scholars and artists to experience a “behind the scenes” glimpse into life as a faculty member at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Participants will spend time learning from and networking with RIT administration, faculty and students, practicing their interview skills and job-talk presentation – all while exploring the research, teaching and service expectations of RIT faculty.

This is a competitive application process. The application deadline is March 15. Program and application information: https://bit.ly/3bNQTPA

If you’ve thought about getting involved, now is a great time!  All WIED members are welcome to participate on the Board.  http://sites.asee.org/wied/elections/

Nomination Pack deadline is March 1, 2021.

WIED is proud to be co-organizing the ConECD Conference, which will be held virtually January 24-28, 2021.