Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering

Department: Electrical & Computer Engineering
University: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Location: Busch Campus, New Brunswick, NJ
Salary: $100,000 (final offer dependent on qualifications, experience, funding, and internal equity)
Posting Number: 25FA1242
Posting Open Date: 12/15/2025
Review of Applications Begins: 01/01/2026
Expected Start Date: September 1, 2026

Position Summary

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) in the School of Engineering at Rutgers University invites applications for one full-time, non-tenure-track (NTT) engineering faculty position.

• The position is primarily at the Assistant Professor level, though exceptional candidates may be considered for Associate or Full Professor.

• Initial appointment is two years, renewable subject to enrollment needs, funding availability, and performance.

• Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in:

  • Elementary-level circuits and synthesis

  • Electronic devices

  • Digital system design

The ECE Department emphasizes teaching excellence and innovative engineering education. Candidates should be capable of effectively teaching large-enrollment courses and coordinating multiple Teaching Assistants. Opportunities exist to supervise undergraduate research, Honors College students, capstone projects, and master’s theses, many leading to peer-reviewed publications. Engagement in professional development, including conferences and educational workshops, is encouraged.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a related field

Preferred Qualifications / Skills:

• Teaching excellence and experience in large courses

• Ability to supervise research and projects

• Innovative approaches to engineering education

Certifications / Licenses: Not specified

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Not specified

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit the following documents:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

4. Contact information for three professional references

Application review will begin on January 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/265133

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

• Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs

• Competitive retirement benefits (defined contribution plans, voluntary tax-deferred savings)

• Employee and dependent educational benefits

• Life insurance coverage

• Employee discount programs

Pre-employment Screenings: All offers contingent on successful completion.

Immunization Requirements: Seasonal influenza vaccination may be required unless exempted for medical or religious reasons.

About the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

• ECE at Rutgers conducts world-class research in:

  • Wireless networking, information theory, signal processing, machine learning

  • High-performance computing, computer vision, socially cognizant robotics

  • Cyber-physical systems, nano/bioelectronics, cybersecurity and privacy

• Faculty honors include:

  • National Academies memberships

  • 13 IEEE Fellows, 1 AAAS Fellow, 1 NAI Fellow, 1 ACM Fellow

  • Multiple NSF, DARPA, ONR, and ARO awards

• Facilities support collaboration with local industry and include:

  • Wireless Information Network Laboratory (WINLAB)

  • Micro-nanofabrication and Characterization Facility

  • Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT)

• Opportunities for collaboration with Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

About Rutgers School of Engineering

• Home to over 5,000 students (undergraduate and graduate)

• Offers seven academic departments and ten engineering majors

• Faculty includes 200 highly skilled members

• Research areas include wireless communication, advanced infrastructure, pharmaceutical engineering, national security, energy storage

• Centrally located in the Northeast Corridor for professional and research opportunities

• Learn more: soe.rutgers.edu

About Rutgers University

• One of the highest-ranked, most diverse public research universities in the U.S.

• Campuses in New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden

• Offers over 150 undergraduate majors and a wide range of graduate, professional, and online programs

• Strong focus on research and innovation

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Rutgers provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, military service, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other categories protected by law.

Applicants are encouraged to apply and review the Non-Discrimination Statement: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter / Letter of Application

• Teaching Philosophy

• List of Professional References (contact info)

Optional Documents: Not specified

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