Assistant Professor - in - residence, Electrical And Computer Engineering Department, College Of Engineering [r0149956]

Assistant Professor-In-Residence, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, College of Engineering

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Professor-In-Residence, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, College of Engineering.

UNLV College of Engineering is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join faculty in the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering as an Assistant Professor in Residence. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a closely related field, a passion for teaching, and/or hands-on/industry experience. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, participate in department and college activities, and contributing to the broader academic community.

Key responsibilities constitute developing and teaching courses in Electrical and Computer Engineering areas including but not limited to Digital Logic Design I & II, Circuits I & II, Digital Systems Design and Architecture, and Senior Design capstone. The candidate will prepare and deliver lectures, lead discussions, and provide hands-on instructions. Additionally, they are expected to collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, ABET evaluation and other departmental activities, mentor and advise students on academic and career matters, participate in the department's and college's meetings, and serve on the committees.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering offers B.S.in Electrical Engineering, B.S. in Computer Engineering, M.S. in Electrical Engineering and Ph.D.in Electrical Engineering. The department has 18 tenure or tenure-track faculty members. The faculty groups to four sub-area committees (SAC): 1. Electronics and Circuits; 2. Computer Engineering; 3. Solid state materials, Electromagnetism and Power; 4. Signal Processing, Control and Communication.

Many of our faculty have expertise in more than one of these areas and they teach courses in multiple areas. The areas of the faculty's active research are: nanotechnology, spintronics, opto-electronics, renewable power, integrated electrical/biological/optical circuits and systems, image processing and analysis, embedded DSP, digital design, logic synthesis, computer architecture, embedded systems, robotics, nonlinear and hybrid control systems, intelligent transportation systems, wireless networks, 3G and 4G cellular systems, agile radio, electromagnetics, plasma physics, pulsed power, microwaves, optics, radiation hardened electronics, optics, and imaging systems, high energy density physics diagnostics, space flight instrumentation, laser spectroscopy, and other.

The department faculty and staff understand and accept that everyone is different, respect those differences, and are open to listen to different points of view and leverage them to learn from each other.

This position requires a Ph.D. degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) must be obtained prior to the start date.

Candidates are expected to hold a PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field. A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related area is preferred. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to high-quality education, with the ability to engage and inspire students. They should also have knowledge of current industry practices and emerging trends in construction and management.

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Benefits of working at UNLV include a competitive total rewards package including: paid time off, sick leave, and holidays; excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision; comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs; no state income tax; tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools; tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents; employee recognition and appreciation programs; UNLV athletics ticket discounts; statewide employee purchase program discounts; RebelCard discounts on and off campus; wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost; opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles; connect with colleagues with shared interests; personal and professional development opportunities; a comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard; support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage.

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, teaching statement, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on February 20, 2026. Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at UNLV's Veterans Webpage or contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.