Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering

This position is not eligible for NEW sponsorship.

• Brief Research Statement (2 page maximum)
• Brief Teaching Statement (2 page maximum)
• Two (2) Publications
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Statement (max 2 pages)
• Research Statement
• Publication #1
• Publication #2

Primary responsibilities include developing a nationally recognized, externally funded research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses consistent with the candidate’s background, and participating in professional/service activities.

• Contribute to excellence in both undergraduate and graduate teaching in the Electrical & Computer Engineering Department.
• Develop a nationally recognized, externally funded scholarly program in an appropriate focus area and produce scholarly works.
• Contribute to MSU’s outreach, service, and engagement missions.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participate in accreditation activities, committee assignments, and service to the University, state, and profession.

• PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or closely related field.
• Record of quality peer-reviewed and other scholarly publications.
• Demonstrated potential for developing a nationally recognized, externally funded scholarly program in an appropriate focus area.
• Demonstrated potential for effective undergraduate and graduate teaching in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering.

• Academic or professional experience particularly in Controls and Robotics or Electrical Power and Energy Systems.
• Exceptional candidates who can contribute to other department research activities in Biomedical Devices, Communications, Digital Signal Processing, Embedded Computing, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, Nanofabrication, and Optics & Photonics.

• Broad knowledge of the current ECE curriculum.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, and the engineering industry.
• Interest in providing leadership and assuming responsibility for organizational and program activities.
• Dedication to supporting and enhancing Montana State University’s commitment to access and inclusiveness.

Position is a full-time tenure-track appointment (Assistant Professor) with balanced responsibilities in teaching, research, and service/outreach. Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. FLSA status: exempt. Benefits: eligible.

Desired

Start Date:

August 15, 2026

Number of Vacancies: 1

Screening of applications will begin on November 9, 2025
; applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

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