Assistant Adjoint Professor

Job Summary

As an Assistant Adjoint Professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering (ECEE), this applicant will contribute to the Department's research and educational mission through collaborative activities that leverage extensive expertise in microwave engineering, monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs), RF subsystem design, and industrial product development. This appointment will strengthen the Department's capabilities in microwave and RF engineering by bringing extensive industrial expertise into student mentoring, collaborative research, proposal development, thereby enhancing the translation of advanced microwave technologies from research to practical implementation.

Responsibilities

• Graduate and Undergraduate Student Mentoring
• Advises and mentors graduate and undergraduate students involved in microwave, RF, and millimeter-wave research.
• Provides technical guidance on RF circuit design, MMIC development, CAD-based simulation, prototype fabrication, laboratory measurements, and experimental validation.
• Mentors students on engineering design practices, design reviews, troubleshooting methodologies, and transition from research concepts to manufacturable hardware.
• Collaborative Research
• Collaborates with ECEE faculty on the conception, planning, and execution of research projects in microwave circuits, RF front ends, phased arrays, spectrum sharing technologies, and related areas.
• Contributes industrial perspectives to research methodologies, technology development, and experimental validation.
• Research Proposal Development
• Participates in the preparation of competitive research proposals submitted to federal agencies, industry sponsors, and other funding organizations.
• Affixes to identify research opportunities, define technical objectives, develop work plans, and prepare supporting technical documentation.
• Research Dissemination
• Contributes to the preparation of technical reports, conference papers, journal publications, and other scholarly documents arising from collaborative research activities.
• Affixes to prepare progress reports and deliverables for externally funded research projects.
• Technical Consultation
• Provides technical consultation on microwave circuit design, measurement techniques, design-for-manufacturability, and industry best practices.
• Supports laboratory development and the evaluation of emerging RF technologies and measurement methodologies.
• Professional Development and Industry Engagement
• Shares insights from industrial research and development to enhance student preparation for careers in academia, government laboratories, and the RF/microwave industry.
• Participates in seminars, technical discussions, workshops, and other departmental activities as appropriate and mutually agreed upon.

What We Can Offer

There is no compensation associated with this position. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

PhD in Electrical Engineering, and 14 or more years of relevant industry experience.

Special Instructions

Please apply by July 20, 2026 for consideration. A current resume/CV is required. Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation.