Assistant Professor of Computer Engineering

About the role

The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary is $74,652 to $158,688/year; $6,221 to $13,224/per month (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $103,008 to $106,008/per year $8,584 to $8,834/per month (12 monthly payments per academic year). Salary offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Computer Engineering and conduct laboratory experiments.
  • Instruction in the Department of CECS is primarily in-person. (Mode of instruction may include in-person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination thereof.)
• Contribute to the development, assessment, and continuous improvement of the Computer Engineering curriculum.
• Engage in sustained research and scholarly activities that result in peer-reviewed publications and external funding.
• Advise and mentor students to support their academic and professional growth.
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and broader community.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related field.
• Areas of expertise may include, but not limited to, Networks and Systems, Internet of Things (IoT), Embedded and Cyber-Physical Systems, Systems-on-Chip, Computer Systems and Architecture, Networking and Communications, Hardware/Software Co-Design and Systems Integration, and their applications in AI, Robotics, and Autonomous Systems.
• Degree at time of application or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2026.
• Demonstrated potential for effective teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels in Computer Engineering.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research, and other related scholarly/creative activities.
• Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including low socioeconomic and first-generation students.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of teaching experience in undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in Computer Engineering or any related areas.
• At least one year of Postdoctoral experience especially in the following areas: Networks and Systems, Internet of Things (IoT), Embedded and Cyber-Physical Systems, Systems-on-Chip, Computer Systems and Architecture, Networking and Communications, Hardware/Software Co-Design and Systems Integration, and their applications in AI, Robotics, and Autonomous Systems.
• Experience successfully working with populations demographically and/or socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body.
• Experience mentoring or supporting students using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom.