Assistant Adjoint Professor

Assistant Adjoint Professor

As an Assistant Adjoint Professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering (ECEE), this applicant will contribute to the Department's research and educational mission through collaborative activities that leverage extensive expertise in microwave engineering, monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs), RF subsystem design, and industrial product development.

This appointment will strengthen the Department's capabilities in microwave and RF engineering by bringing extensive industrial expertise into student mentoring, collaborative research, proposal development, thereby enhancing the translation of advanced microwave technologies from research to practical implementation.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Electrical and computer engineering is at the heart of nearly every technology in use today, from medical devices and wireless communication networks, to robotics and sustainable energy systems. Your degree from the Department of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering will give you the skills you need to imagine, design and build the technology of tomorrow. ECEE at CU Boulder is the premier undergraduate and graduate program in Colorado by reputation, rankings and size.

The anticipated duties may include:

• Advise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students involved in microwave, RF, and millimeter-wave research.
• Provide technical guidance on RF circuit design, MMIC development, CAD-based simulation, prototype fabrication, laboratory measurements, and experimental validation.
• Mentor students on engineering design practices, design reviews, troubleshooting methodologies, and transition from research concepts to manufacturable hardware.

• Collaborate with ECEE faculty on the conception, planning, and execution of research projects in microwave circuits, RF front ends, phased arrays, spectrum sharing technologies, and related areas.
• Contribute industrial perspectives to research methodologies, technology development, and experimental validation.

• Participate in the preparation of competitive research proposals submitted to federal agencies, industry sponsors, and other funding organizations.
• Assist in identifying research opportunities, defining technical objectives, developing work plans, and preparing supporting technical documentation.

• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, conference papers, journal publications, and other scholarly documents arising from collaborative research activities.
• Assist with the preparation of progress reports and deliverables for externally funded research projects.

• Provide technical consultation on microwave circuit design, measurement techniques, design-for-manufacturability, and industry best practices.
• Support laboratory development and the evaluation of emerging RF technologies and measurement methodologies.

• Share insights from industrial research and development to enhance student preparation for careers in academia, government laboratories, and the RF/microwave industry.
• Participate in seminars, technical discussions, workshops, and other departmental activities as appropriate and mutually agreed upon.

There is no compensation associated with this position.

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation.

Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be resourceful. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

PhD in Electrical Engineering, and 14 or more years of relevant industry experience.

Please apply by July 20, 2026 for consideration. A current resume/CV is required.

Note:

Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.