Assistant or Associate Professor of Engineering Practice in Computer Engineering (Indianapolis)
- Purdue University, Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Indianapolis, IN, USA
- Nov 06, 2026
Job Description
The Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at Purdue University invites applications for a non-tenure track Faculty of Engineering Practice position based in Indianapolis at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Purdue University seeks to attract exceptional candidates with interests and expertise in Computer Engineering areas related to embedded software systems, high-performance systems or computer graphics, particularly in the context of gaming and interactive systems. The position includes opportunities to build and lead Purdue ECE’s initiatives in gaming and interactive systems.
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or M.S. degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline by the employment start date, combined with at least 5 years of industry experience. The successful candidate will be teaching and actively involved in the undergraduate curriculum, including traditional instruction (lecture courses, lab courses), management of large teams of teaching assistants, development of course contents, participation in the course and curriculum development, interaction with students and student teams, delivery of online courses, and working with gaming industry partners. Candidates should also integrate their professional practice with the Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering’s research, education, and/or engagement/outreach programs. The successful candidate will also perform service at the School, College, and University levels.
The Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering is the largest academic unit at Purdue University and one of the largest in the nation with more than 130 faculty members (7 NAE members, more than 40 Fellows in multiple societies,) 2,500 undergraduate students (sophomores-seniors) and 1,700 graduate students. In Indianapolis, ECE is home to the Transportation and Autonomous Systems Institute (TASI) which collaborates closely with industry partners in developing and testing cutting-edge vehicle autonomy systems, as well as the newly launched Intelligent Software & Systems Center, which is re-envisioning the software lifecycle in the age of agentic AI and the impact on AI-native systems. These institutions will provide a strong foundation to new faculty joining in Indianapolis. ECE’s curriculum provides broad-based programs in electrical and computer engineering, including a concentration in software engineering. ECE’s undergraduate programs in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering are ranked 10th and 9th, respectively. Its graduate programs are ranked 8th and 9th, respectively. And its online MS in ECE is ranked 1st in the nation.
The School is an integral part of Purdue’s College of Engineering. Purdue Engineering is renowned for top-notch faculty and students, unique research facilities and innovations, and a culture of collegiality and persistent pursuit of preeminence. As one of the top ranked and largest engineering colleges in the nation, we are the first among U.S. engineering colleges in annual graduates and market demand and have 8 degree programs ranked in the top 10 nationally. Purdue Engineering is a top-ranked college for patents and translation of our research activities to practice in the state, nation, and world. More than 70 Purdue Engineering faculty and alumni are National Academy of Engineering members, and we look to continue bringing outstanding faculty to campus, remaining the leader in affordable excellence at scale by guiding strategic growth through investment in people, exciting initiatives, and facilities.
Preferred and Required Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or M.S. degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline by the employment start date, combined with at least 5 years of industry experience.
Application Details (to apply use the Apply Now button below.)
To apply, please submit application to this site https://careers.purdue.edu/job/AssistantAssociate-Professor-of-Engineering-Practice-in-Computer-Engineering-%28Indianapolis%29/44508-en_US/ including (1) cover letter (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) 2-page teaching plan, (4) 2-page research/engagement/outreach plan, and (5) names and contact information for at least 3 references, and, if applicable (6) verifiable teaching evaluations from prior teaching experiences.
The search committee may contact references to request letters. For information/questions regarding applications contact the Office of Academic Affairs, College of Engineering, at coeacademicaffairs@purdue.edu. Review of applications will begin on November 20, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required for employment in this position.
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