Assistant Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering
About The Position
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF), invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Electrical and Computer Engineering with an appointment to begin Fall 2027. Applicants in all areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering will be considered. The department is especially seeking applicants to teach courses and supervise design projects in areas such as electronics and semiconductor design, communications and RF systems, power and energy systems, robotics and control systems, artificial intelligence-enabled systems, and emerging fields in electrical and computer engineering. We are seeking to recruit and retain faculty who can teach and mentor our students to achieve their academic and career goals while advancing the University's strategic plan objectives. CSUF strives to retain all faculty by providing resources to build meaningful connections and community within and across disciplines. The campus community is designed to foster an inclusive environment that enables students, staff, administrators, and faculty to thrive. CSUF is the third-largest university in California (in student headcount) and the largest in the California State University (CSU) 22-campus system. It serves the Southern California region, particularly Orange County, playing a significant role in the economic, social, and educational development of its extensive service area. CSUF offers more than 100 degree programs and Division I athletics.
Requirements
- An earned Ph.D. with undergraduate and graduate degrees in electrical engineering or computer engineering. ABDs are welcome to apply but must show evidence that the degree will be completed by the time of appointment.
- Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including laboratory courses.
- Ability and willingness to promote undergraduate and graduate student success through advising, co-curricular activities and other high impact practices.
- Evidence of scholarly accomplishments and potential for continued research productivity.
- A focused research agenda with potential for external funding.
- Ability to balance excellent teaching, research, and service.
- Experience in working collaboratively with colleagues and the community.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability and willingness to interact effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students and colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Development and teaching of introductory, core, and graduate courses in Electrical and Computer Engineering, as well as courses in their area(s) of specialization.
- Leading an active research program commensurate with the requirements for tenure and promotion.
- Contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department.
- Contribute to the assessment of Electrical and Computer Engineering programs.
- Advise students.
- Serve on committees.
- Participate in department, college, and university activities and governance.
Benefits
- health/vision/dental plans
- spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee‐waiver
- access to campus child‐care
- a defined‐benefit retirement through the state system
- optional tax-sheltering opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
