Electrical and Computer Engineering Assistant Professor - Digital Systems

About the role

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at Santa Clara University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor starting in the fall of the 2027-2028 academic year. We seek candidates in the areas of digital systems, including computer systems embedded and cyber-physical systems.

Responsibilities

• Developing a productive research program that engages students and produces high-quality publications.
• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in areas of specialization, as well as lower division fundamental courses; curriculum development at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Service to the Department, School, University, and the profession.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in electrical and computer engineering or a closely related field by appointment start date.
• A demonstrated research track record or strong research potential, including high-quality journal publications.
• A commitment and demonstrated potential to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and to engage in curriculum development.
• A commitment to contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic culture.

Qualifications

• A commitment to teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels in areas related to traditional and emerging areas in electrical and computer engineering.
• Absence of any criminal history.

Skills

• A commitment to promoting the university’s values of inclusive excellence at the department and university levels.
• An interest in leveraging the Silicon Valley ecosystem to build impactful collaborations with industry, as well as the ability to collaborate with faculty across multiple disciplines.

Benefits

• Telecommute option.
• Equal opportunity/notice of nondiscrimination.
• Clery notice of availability.
• Americans with Disabilities Act.

Pay

Salary range is $116,846 - $129,756. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Start date: September 1, 2027.