Assistant/Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering (Physics, Semiconductors)

Northwest Nazarene University Inc • Nampa, ID

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About The Position

Northwest Nazarene University’s College of Natural & Applied Sciences seeks a full-time faculty member for its Engineering program. The position combines undergraduate teaching, research, student mentorship, and service, with an emphasis on electrical engineering, physics, and semiconductor technologies. The successful candidate will contribute to a high-quality learning environment, support the university’s educational mission, and collaborate on interdisciplinary research.

Teaching includes core undergraduate Electrical Engineering and Physics courses, especially digital and analog circuits, microelectronic IC design, semiconductor devices, and electronic materials. Other relevant Electrical Engineering subjects may also be considered. Faculty members participate in student recruitment and retention, advise undergraduate students, and supervise capstone projects and summer research initiatives.

The faculty member may collaborate with local industry partners, including Micron Technology R&D and other Boise-area semiconductor companies, particularly in alignment with the goals of the CHIPS Act. The position provides opportunities to contribute to semiconductor research and development through independent and interdisciplinary projects.

Applicants must hold an earned Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field; ABD candidates may be considered if they complete the degree by the appointment date. Candidates seeking appointment at the Associate rank should demonstrate scholarship, research funding, undergraduate research mentorship, and significant service contributions. Salary is determined based on education and experience and discussed with candidates invited to interview.

Requirements

• Earned Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field; ABD candidates may be considered if the degree is completed by the date of appointment.
• Strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students.
• For Associate-rank candidates: proven track record in scholarship, research funding, and mentoring undergraduate research students, along with significant service contributions to the academic community.

Nice To Haves

• Strong record of scholarly publications.
• Demonstrated potential to secure externally funded research.
• Ability to engage in interdisciplinary research and collaborate with other departments or institutions.
• Experience supervising research projects, particularly for undergraduate students.

Responsibilities

• Teach core undergraduate courses in Electrical Engineering and Physics, including digital and analog circuits, microelectronic IC design, semiconductor devices, and electronic materials.
• Participate in student recruitment and retention activities.
• Advise undergraduate students.
• Supervise capstone projects and summer research initiatives.
• Pursue independent and interdisciplinary research projects in semiconductor technologies.
• Collaborate with local industry partners, including Micron Technology R&D and other semiconductor companies in the Boise area.
• Contribute to teaching, mentorship, research, and service in support of the university’s educational mission.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance for employee and family.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending plan.
• Tuition benefits for employee and dependents.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Retirement program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree