VLSI Collegiate Faculty - ECE

Virginia Tech • Blacksburg, VA

2d • $110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech seeks a collegiate faculty member to support its undergraduate instructional mission through excellent teaching, with an emphasis on Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) and related areas of electrical and computer engineering. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses, including core and advanced VLSI topics, and contribute to curriculum development, student mentoring, and hands-on learning experiences. Candidates with expertise in computer architecture, memory systems, semiconductor technologies, and digital or analog/mixed-signal circuit design are encouraged to apply.

The faculty member will also engage in research and scholarly activities in their area of expertise and collaborate with ECE faculty, students, and industry partners in support of the department’s instructional and research missions.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field, completed before the appointment start date.
• Previous college- or university-level teaching experience in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience collaborating with faculty, researchers, or other professionals in academic, research, or interdisciplinary settings.
• Demonstrated experience or engagement in interdisciplinary research or instruction.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching or demonstrated expertise in VLSI, computer architecture, memory systems, or hardware design.
• Academic or industrial experience in semiconductor theory, digital and analog/mixed-signal circuit design, or device modeling.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate students.
• Experience developing or delivering online, distance, or technology-enhanced instruction.
• Experience collaborating with industry partners on research, educational initiatives, or student projects.
• Experience supporting externally funded research or industry-sponsored student projects.
• Experience communicating technical concepts through teaching, research presentations, scholarly publications, or other professional activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate electrical and computer engineering courses, including core and advanced VLSI topics.
• Contribute to curriculum development and hands-on learning experiences.
• Mentor students.
• Engage in research and scholarly activities within their area of expertise.
• Collaborate with ECE faculty, students, and industry partners to support the department's instructional and research missions.

What This Job Offers

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