Professor and Head of the Division of Systems Engineering
Lead and unify world-class research and academic programs in Systems Engineering at Boston University.
Best for:Best for senior academic leaders and established researchers in systems engineering, control systems, or related applied domains.
Overview
Boston University invites senior candidates to apply for a tenured faculty position as Head of the Division of Systems Engineering within the College of Engineering. The successful appointee will hold an appointment in either the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering or the Department of Mechanical Engineering, serving as a unifying research leader across both units. Working in close collaboration with the Center for Information and Systems Engineering and the Hariri Institute for Computing, the Division excels in foundational areas like control systems and decision sciences, alongside applied domains such as robotics, cyber-physical systems, and smart cities. Candidates are expected to foster interdisciplinary research, deliver high-quality teaching, and mentor early- and mid-career faculty. This leadership role offers exceptional resources and opportunities to shape an ambitious program of divisional enhancement.
What you'll do
- Serve as Head of the Division of Systems Engineering and guide its strategic academic and research direction
- Unify and expand existing research strengths spanning the Electrical and Computer Engineering and Mechanical Engineering departments
- Establish and maintain a robust, externally funded research program in an area of expertise
- Teach effectively within undergraduate and graduate programs and contribute to the curriculum
- Mentor early- and mid-career faculty members to promote professional excellence and success
- Partner closely with the Center for Information and Systems Engineering and the Hariri Institute for Computing
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Systems Engineering or a closely related discipline
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: A strong, internationally recognized publication record commensurate with a senior full professor appointment.
- Proven leadership experience in an academic or research setting
- Demonstrated track record of securing robust, external research funding
- Extensive publication record and international prominence in systems engineering or related domains
- Strong commitment to effective teaching and educational excellence
- Experience mentoring junior researchers and faculty members
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-15
Interested candidates must submit their application materials through the designated academic job portal. Required documents include a comprehensive CV, cover letter, research statement, teaching statement, leadership and vision statement, and contact information for three references. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Leadership/vision statement
- 3 reference letters
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