Computer Science & Engineering - Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)
About The Position
To support the continued growth of its engineering programs, the School of Computing and Engineering, in the College of Arts & Sciences, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor for the ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering program at SHU. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and innovative educator-scholar committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching, student mentoring, and scholarly activity. The position emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning and active engagement with students, while contributing to curriculum development and continuous program improvement aligned with ABET accreditation standards. The anticipated start date for this position is January 2027 (Spring semester).
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline, completed by the start date of the appointment
- Expertise in mechatronics, robotics, or closely related areas
- Commitment to a highly interactive, student-centered learning environment
- Openness to innovative and hands-on pedagogical approaches
- Demonstrated potential for scholarly research and professional growth
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a makerspace or laboratory-intensive teaching environment
- Experience with active or project-based learning approaches
- Experience applying machine learning techniques within engineering contexts
- Evidence of an ongoing scholarly research agenda and publication activity
- Experience developing or maintaining industry collaborations
Responsibilities
- Designing and teaching problem-based, hands-on undergraduate courses in electrical engineering, with an emphasis on robotics, embedded systems, and related areas
- Teaching higher level Electrical Engineering courses such as Power Systems and Electromagnetics.
- Conducting scholarly research appropriate for a teaching-focused institution
- Supervising undergraduate student research and senior capstone design projects
- Collaborating with industry partners and the SHU community on interdisciplinary projects
- Advising Electrical Engineering majors
- Supporting continuous program improvement and ABET accreditation activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
