ESE Tenured or Tenure-track Faculty Positions, 2026 - 2027
University of Pennsylvania · Philadelphia, PA · 4 wk ago
EducationFull-time
About the role
The Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering is seeking multiple tenured or tenure-track faculty at all ranks. The position emphasizes research leadership, excellence in teaching, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration, with particular interest in Decision Systems, Artificial Intelligence, and Computer Engineering. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Conduct independent research achieving international recognition in the candidate’s field.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in electrical and systems engineering.
- Provide leadership in cross‑disciplinary and multi‑disciplinary collaborations.
- Contribute to departmental service and mentorship of students.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related area.
- Exceptional promise for, or a proven record of, research achievement.
- Ability to assume an international leadership role in defining the field of study.
- Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.
- Experience or strong interest in leadership of cross‑disciplinary and multi‑disciplinary projects.
- Interest in Decision Systems, Artificial Intelligence, and Computer Engineering, especially AI methods linked to real‑world domains (energy, transportation, healthcare) or informing operational/strategic decisions.
- Interest in digital design, computer architecture, and programming systems enabling joint hardware‑software optimization (for computer engineering candidates).
- Commitment to fostering diversity of experiences and perspectives.
Benefits
- Support for dual‑career couples, with assistance available for academic and non‑academic opportunities.