Professor of Practice, Electrical and Computer Engineering

The Opportunity

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure earning, Professor of Practice position, with an expected start date of December 23, 2026. We seek seasoned practitioners in the area of Electric Machines and Magnetism. This position presents an exceptional opportunity for a "scholar-practitioner" to leverage their extensive high-level academic and industrial experience, including leadership in the design and manufacturing of energy-converting systems, to modernize our engineering curriculum.

About the Role

The primary focus of this role is the education and professional development of our students, translating complex theoretical concepts into practical, industry-ready skills. The successful candidate will utilize their vast professional network to bridge the gap between academic instruction and current engineering practices. Given the scale of our programs, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future workforce by developing hands-on laboratory experiences and teaching core courses in electromechanical dynamics and circuit analysis. Research is also a component of the role, with an emphasis on fostering collaborative projects with departmental faculty and external experts, fueled by the candidate's practical background in analysis-led design and manufacturing.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• At least 10 years of professional experience with design, development, integration, testing, and operation of energy conversion machines and systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in teaching, mentoring, or curriculum development at the university level.
• Prior experience in the development and management of funded research projects as the Principal Investigator (PI).

Additional Application Materials

• A curriculum vitae.
• A letter of interest describing qualifications for the position, such as research agenda and teaching experience/interest.

Special Instructions

To the Applicants: On March 10, 2026, UCF received clarification that the current State moratorium on H1B visas applies not only to new sponsorships but also to H1B transfers into the institution. This means we are unable to process transfers for individuals currently holding H1B status with other employers. UCF will share updates as soon as State guidance changes or additional details become available.

Job Close Date

Open until filled.

Questions Regarding This Search

Dr. Kalpathy Sundaram, at kalpathy.sundaram@ucf.edu.

UCF Benefits

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings options.
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
• Education assistance.
• Flexible work environment.
• And more...

Additional Requirements Related To Research Positions

• Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

Department

College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) - Electrical and Computer Engineering

Work Schedule

Varies

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

Negotiable