Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design

Assistant Professor

The Department of Electrical Engineering in the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design at The University of Texas at San Antonio invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Hardware, Systems Design, and Circuit/Chip Design.

The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering & Integrated Design

The Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering & Integrated Design (Klesse College) is home to more than 5,000 students and 165 full-time faculty, creating an interdisciplinary environment for education, research, and creative scholarship. The College includes the School of Architecture & Planning; the School of Civil & Environmental Engineering, and Construction Management; and departments encompassing biomedical and chemical engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical, aerospace, and industrial engineering.

 Across these disciplines, Klesse College offers nine undergraduate majors, fifteen master's degrees, six doctoral degrees, and eight certificate programs, with professional accreditations and affiliations in architecture, engineering, construction science and management, and interior design. Research and interdisciplinary collaboration are central to the College's mission, supported by multiple research centers and institutes and extensive research, teaching, and fabrication facilities, including a 17,000-square-foot Makerspace.

For more information about the Klesse College, please visit https://klesse.utsa.edu/

Department of Electrical Engineering

The Department of Electrical Engineering in the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design at the University of Texas at San Antonio offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees supporting a dynamic and rapidly growing program. The research activities and experimental facilities have been well supported by substantial federal research and infrastructure funding. The Department has approximately 26 full-time faculty members, including NSF CAREER Award winners, Fellows of the IEEE and other professional societies, and holders of prestigious endowed professorships. Our faculty and students have earned regional, national, and international recognition for excellence in research and teaching. Faculty members also serve in national leadership roles in professional societies such as IEEE and bring valuable industry experience that complements their academic expertise. For more information, please visit https://klesse.utsa.edu/electrical/.

Salary Range: Competitive, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Position Summary

The Department of Electrical Engineering in the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Hardware, Systems Design, and Circuit/Chip Design.

We invite applications from exceptional candidates whose research advances the design, analysis, and implementation of next-generation electronic hardware systems. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, very-large-scale integration (VLSI), analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits, digital integrated circuits, RF and high-frequency circuits, integrated circuit and system-on-chip design, chip architecture, electronic design automation, hardware acceleration, low-power and energy-efficient circuits, heterogeneous integration, emerging semiconductor devices and technologies, and hardware for robotics, energy, communication, and signal processing applications.

The successful candidate is expected to establish a nationally recognized, externally funded research program that strengthens and complements existing departmental expertise in electrical engineering while contributing to emerging areas in semiconductor technologies, intelligent electronic systems, communications, sensing, autonomous systems, and integrated hardware platforms.

Required Qualifications

• A doctorate in electrical engineering or a closely related field by the time of appointment. 

• A strong academic and research record demonstrating the potential to develop an independent, externally funded research program in hardware design, integrated circuits, VLSI, chip/system design, or closely related areas, as evidenced by high-quality scholarly contributions, peer-reviewed publications, innovative research, or relevant hardware and circuit design accomplishments.

• The ability to contribute to undergraduate and graduate education in core and emerging areas of electrical engineering, including electronic circuits, analog and digital electronics, microelectronics, integrated circuit design, VLSI, semiconductor devices, and hardware systems, along with excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, mentoring, and student success.

• The ability to develop collaborative research efforts within the Department, across the University, and with external academic, government, and industry partners. 

• The ability to support the educational needs and success of undergraduate and graduate students.

• This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Application Process

To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:  

• A current curriculum vitae.

• Complete contact information for at least three professional references. 

• A research statement (3-page limit).

• A teaching statement (2-page limit).

All applications received by the priority deadline of November 15, 2026, will be given first preference for consideration. Applications received after that date will be reviewed if the position is not filled.

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Chunjiang Qian at Chunjiang.qian@utsa.edu 

Posting Close Date: At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.