What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering position at Wilkes University?
The Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (MEE) at Wilkes University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Electrical Engineering at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, beginning in Fall 2025. The position will focus on Embedded Systems and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
About Wilkes University:Wilkes University is an independent comprehensive university dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and selected professional programs. The total student population, including full-time and part-time undergraduate, graduate, and first-professional students, is 5,198 as of Fall 2023. Wilkes University is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, a revitalized city along the scenic Susquehanna River, within two-and-a-half hours driving distance of New York City and Philadelphia. The University is committed to mentoring each of its students and contributing vitally to the economic development of Northeastern Pennsylvania.
The MEE department is part of the College of Business and Engineering, and it offers undergraduate programs in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Engineering Management, along with M.S. degree programs in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Management, and Bioengineering. Faculty members pursue diverse research areas, including RF and antenna design, applied electromagnetics, bioengineering, embedded systems, biomechatronics, nanomaterials and nanotechnology, and more.
Position Overview:
We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, focusing on Digital Design, Embedded Systems and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Candidates with industry or research laboratory experience are preferred. Proficiency in English, excellent communication skills, a demonstrated research trajectory, and a commitment to quality teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels are essential. The ideal candidate will have interdisciplinary expertise and a record of collaborative research across engineering and scientific fields.
Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to electrical engineering.
- Conduct cutting-edge research with opportunities for collaboration with industry and academic partners.
- Advise and mentor students in research projects and academic development.
- Contribute to the department's research agenda and interdisciplinary initiatives.
- Participate in departmental and university service activities.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.
- Expertise in Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence, and related areas.
- Strong publication record and potential for obtaining external research funding.
- Commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentorship.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources to support teaching, research, and innovation.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a supportive and dynamic academic community.
Deadline:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged. The anticipated start date for this position is Fall 2025.
Join us in shaping the future of engineering education and research at Wilkes University!
Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
Employment at Wilkes is contingent upon the results of a thorough background screening. PA Act 153 requires that persons working in positions with regular and unsupervised contact with minors complete additional clearances, including FBI fingerprinting and PA criminal and child abuse clearances.
