Assistant Professor Of Electrical And Computer Engineering

Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Montana State University invites applications for a full-time tenure track position with balanced responsibilities in teaching, research, and service/outreach. The successful candidate will become an integral part of the Electrical & Computer Engineering Department and should have expertise in any aspects of Computer Engineering and/or Electrical Engineering. Duties will include teaching courses consistent with the candidate's background, working on curriculum development, developing a nationally recognized, externally funded research program, and participating in professional/service activities.

The new faculty member will:

• 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.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills:

• This search will prioritize academic or professional experience especially in the areas of Controls and Robotics or Electrical Power and Energy Systems.
• Will also consider exceptional candidates who can contribute to other department research activities in in Biomedical Devices, Communications, Digital Signal Processing, Embedded Computing, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, Nanofabrication, and Optics & Photonics.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Possess broad knowledge of the current ECE curriculum.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Possess the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, and the engineering industry.
• Possess interest in providing leadership and assuming responsibility for organizational and program activities.
• Possess dedication to supporting and enhancing Montana State University's commitment to access and inclusiveness.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Montana State University supports the mission of the Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering and the University through its teaching, research, and service activities. The ECE Dept. serves approximately 350 undergraduate majors and 50 graduate students by preparing them for engineering careers and for a lifetime of learning, with BS degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, MS degrees in Electrical Engineering and Optics, and a Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering. The Department is strong in both traditional and emerging areas of the discipline, with substantial laboratory facilities supporting instructional and research missions. Many ECE faculty participate in interdisciplinary research with colleagues across campus.

The Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering comprises five academic departments (Chemical & Biological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Gianforte School of Computing, Electrical & Computer Engineering, and Mechanical & Industrial Engineering) and is home to numerous research centers such as the Center for Biofilm Engineering and the Western Transportation Institute. The College enrolls approximately 3,400 undergraduate students and 250 graduate students.

Posting Detail Information:

• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Desired Start Date: August 15, 2026
• Position End Date (if temporary): Open
• Open Date: November 9, 2025
• Close Date: Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Required Documents to be uploaded:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Brief Research Statement (2 page maximum)
• Brief Teaching Statement (2 page maximum)
• Two (2) Publications

EEO Statement: 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. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.