Tenure Track Assistant Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering
About The Position
The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering at the University of Saint Thomas, Saint Paul, MN is seeking applications for a tenure track assistant professor position to start in Fall 2027. This is an exciting time for growth in the Electrical & Computer Engineering program at St Thomas, as we have recently expanded into the new $110M Schoenecker Center with state-of-the-art engineering labs. The Electrical & Computer Engineering Department offers undergraduate degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering and a master’s degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering. As a student-focused, liberal arts institution with a strong hands-on curriculum, we emphasize undergraduate and graduate education that provides technical excellence with a significant focus on real world applications. Successful candidates will be expected to teach foundational undergraduate courses, develop and deliver an engaging set of courses in their area of expertise, as well as establish and maintain an active research program. Applications from candidates with specialization in any area of Electrical & Computer Engineering are welcome. Relevant Industry experience is highly valued. Faculty at the University of St. Thomas have the freedom to grow and pursue excellence in their area of engineering passion as educators and researchers. The University’s location in the thriving community of Minneapolis-St. Paul provides a vibrant platform for projects in a broad range of high-tech disciplines. Join our growing team as we work with the next generation of engineers in an environment where interdisciplinary work, discovery and innovation is a way of life. Learn more about life as a faculty member at St. Thomas. The College of Engineering actively seeks to attract, retain and develop faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds to enhance the diversity of the learning community, and to offer our students richly varied perspectives. The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission statement: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will have a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
Requirements
- A PhD degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent degree) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field is required
- A clearly articulated vision for advancing a research program
- For candidates who are nearing the completion of their PhD, a timeline for completion will be discussed during the interview process and agreed upon prior to the extension of an offer.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant Industry experience is highly valued
Responsibilities
- Teach foundational undergraduate courses
- Develop and deliver an engaging set of courses in their area of expertise
- Establish and maintain an active research program
Benefits
- Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
- A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision options
- Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
