Endowed Chair in Semiconductor Research

Texas State University; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research institution in California seeks a Professor for semiconductor research, focusing on both teaching and securing external funding. The successful candidate will lead interdisciplinary collaborations and maintain a dynamic research agenda. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. and a strong record in semiconductor research and education, while preferred qualifications highlight conference organization and community engagement. The university offers a supportive environment for scholarly activities and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong record of research excellence in semiconductor research.
• Sustained record of excellence in teaching and mentoring.
• Experience in obtaining external funding.

Responsibilities

• Seek external funding and coordinate interdisciplinary grants.
• Conduct and publish original research on semiconductors.
• Lead interdisciplinary collaboration with faculty.
• Develop and maintain an active research agenda.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Mentor and advise students.
• Contribute to workforce development in semiconductor curriculum.
• Participate in service activities at various levels.

Skills

Research excellence in semiconductor

Teaching and mentoring

External funding acquisition

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. or terminal degree

Job description

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

Texas State University seeks applications for an endowed chair at the rank of Professor to conduct research on any aspect of semiconductor research. Texas State University is a leader in semiconductor research with strengths in ultra-wide bandgap materials and devices, materials growth and epitaxy, nanofabrication and device prototyping, and advanced characterization and analysis, and partners with the Texas Institute of Electronics to expand domestic semiconductor production.

Texas State is also home to the Nanofabrication Research Service Center (NRSC), a 2000 square foot multi-user clean room facility where students and researchers can fabricate films, structures, and devices at the micrometer and nanometer scale. The facility houses a class 10,000 instructional area and class 1000 and 100 research areas. Other facilities include the NSF CREST Center for Ultrawide Bandgap Semiconductor Device Materials and the Epitaxy Research Shared Space.

Texas State University receives a full share of the Texas University Fund (TUF) and plans to invest funds in recruitment and substantial start-up support for strategic hires with established research programs and active external funding in historic and emerging areas of research strength, including in semiconductor research. Texas State University hosted a town hall on November 13 to discuss areas of impact for hiring in semiconductor research and to bring together the dynamic semiconductor research community.

We seek to hire dynamic and innovative scholars with an exceptionally strong research record supported by external funding. An applicant’s scholarly focus should complement and enhance the semiconductor scholarship and teaching strengths of Texas State, such as:

• Semiconductor materials and quantum technologies.
• Device design and architecture.
• Simulation and modelling.
• Semiconductor manufacturing.
• Packaging and integration.
• AI applications in chips.

Responsibilities

• Seek external funding and coordinate interdisciplinary grants with both internal and external collaborators.
• Conduct and publish original research on semiconductors.
• Lead interdisciplinary collaboration with faculty across the university.
• Develop and maintain an active research agenda.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses on semiconductors and related subjects.
• Mentor and advise students.
• Contribute to the workforce development and development of the semiconductor curriculum.
• Participate in service activities at the department, college, and university levels.

The successful candidate will join the department(s) appropriate to their area of scholarly focus. The successful candidate will be expected to build and lead a community of scholars and students, including bringing a research group supported by existing external grants, and will have the opportunity to negotiate additional hires in related areas to support their research.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or terminal degree.
• Evidence of a strong scholarly focus on and sustained record of research excellence in semiconductor research.
• Evidence of sustained record of excellence in teaching and mentoring students.
• Evidence of a sustained record of obtaining external funding.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of activity in organizing conferences and sessions on semiconductors.
• Experience in teaching and mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students.
• Experience supporting experiential learning for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Evidence of community engagement for scholarship and teaching.

Application Materials

• A cover letter highlighting scholarly focus, publications, teaching, and external funding.
• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).
• The names and contact information of three references.

Legal Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications. This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre‑employment and subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation: If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, please contact Talent Acquisition for assistance.

Eligibility for Employment: In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I‑9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E‑Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I‑9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.