Assistant Professor - Electrical Engineering Technology
Location: Farmingdale, NY · Category: Faculty · Job Type: Full-time · Posted: October 20, 2026
About the role
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology at Farmingdale State College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, beginning in Fall 2027. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, with the ability to develop and deliver courses across the full spectrum of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology. Teaching responsibilities will be primarily at the undergraduate level, with the potential to include graduate level courses. The department offers multiple areas of specialization, including Radio Frequency (RF) Technology. Faculty with expertise in RF and microwave systems will have access to a newly established RF/Microwave laboratory featuring state-of-the-art equipment, including C-Band and Ka-Band network analyzers, power meters, and spectrum analyzers, supporting both innovative instruction and applied research opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and potentially graduate courses across the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology curriculum
- Develop and deliver courses, including possible online and/or hybrid course engagement
- Conduct scholarship and research resulting in peer-reviewed publications
- Pursue external funding for research
- Advise students and participate on departmental and college committees
- Contribute to continuous improvement and outcome-based assessment of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology programs to maintain ABET accreditation
- Teach day and/or evening classes as assigned
Requirements
- Earned Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field (ABD candidates considered provided doctorate is conferred by time of appointment)
- Demonstrated ability to conduct scholarship in Electrical or Computer Engineering or a closely related field
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Commitment to continuous improvement process and outcome-based assessment for ABET accreditation
Preferred qualifications
- Industrial or academic experience in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field
- College-level teaching experience in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering Technology, or a related field
- Prior experience in course and/or program development
- Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion
- Interest in participating in student-centered service activities
- Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's community partners
Pay
$85,000 base salary + $4,150 downstate location pay = $89,150 total compensation. Salary may increase commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Benefits
The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans. See the Consumer Information page and Why Work at FSC page for details.
Schedule
This is a 10-month UUP faculty position. Teaching assignments may include both day and evening classes, as well as possible online and/or hybrid course engagement. Anticipated start date: Fall semester 2027.
Application timeline
For the first 10 working days (October 20 – November 2, 2026), applications are limited to UUP Farmingdale. Priority consideration given to applications received by November 18, 2026; position open until filled.