Assistant​/Associate Professor, Computer Engineering

Position Overview

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at North Carolina A&T State University invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Computer Engineering
. Candidates at the Associate Professor level may also be considered.

We aim to recruit innovative and enthusiastic teachers and researchers whose work strengthens the University’s goals of excellence in next‑generation networked, cyber‑physical, and intelligent systems. We seek candidates whose research contributes to advanced computing architectures and provides new paradigms in the areas of edge computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), Internet of Things (IoT), and cloud‑based computing, and other related areas that support secure, connected, and data‑driven applications.

Specific research and teaching areas include, but are not limited to:

• Custom hardware architectures, including AI/ML accelerators, and domain‑specific computing methods
• Design and/or optimization for edge, fog, cloud, and distributed computing systems, including ML optimization
• Design and/or optimization for emerging and/or existing computing paradigms, including neuromorphic computing and quantum computing
• System architectures for IoT, cyber‑physical systems, and connected systems
• Hardware and systems design for autonomous, medical, and/or real‑time applications
• Prototyping of custom architectures via FPGA or ASIC implementation
• Secure, trusted, reliable, and/or resilient computing systems

A successful candidate is expected to:

• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program
• Publish high‑quality scholarly work, evidenced in part by citation indices
• Collaborate enthusiastically with NC A&T faculty in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Science.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer engineering.
• Recruit, advise, and mentor students.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation activities.
• Provide service to the ECE Department, College of Engineering, and the University in numerous capacities, including new roles as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must have an earned doctorate in electrical or computer engineering by anticipated date of appointment.
• Demonstrable evidence of preparedness to establish an independent research program.
• Demonstrate commitment and success working in a diverse and multicultural community.

Preferred Experience, Skills, and Training

• Outstanding research record in the aforementioned areas of interest.
• Proven track record in research collaborations and writing proposals for externally funded research programs.
• Profound background in programming with strong written and oral communication skills, and commitment to excellence in teaching and research.
• Postdoctoral experience and evidence of independent research potential.

Working Title: Assistant/Associate Professor, Computer Engineering

Position Number: 001495

Recruitment Salary Range: commensurate with education and experience

FLSA: Exempt

Appointment Type: Permanent – Full‑time

Tenure Track: Yes

FTE: 40 hours/week, 9 months

Organizational Division: Electrical & Computer Engineering

Organizational

Location:

College of Engineering

Organizational Unit: Electrical & Computer Engineering

Remote / Hybrid Eligible: On‑site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on‑site)

North Carolina A&T State University is a public land grant high research activity institution committed to dedicated teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service. The University enrolls over 15,200 students. Nationally recognized for its leadership in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2‑High Research Activity” and is poised to achieve “R1‑Very High Research Activity” status.

It holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land‑Grant Universities (APLU) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. The…