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Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
Temporary Research Assistant in Physiological Fluid Mechanics, Biomedical Engineering
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA
JOB TITLE Temporary Research Assistant in Physiological Fluid Mechanics LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Biomedical Engineering - JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Artificial Intelligence and Modeling Laboratory for Cardiovascular Diseases (AIMCardio Lab) at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is seeking applications for two temporary research assistant positions. We are looking for highly motivated, collaborative, and enthusiastic researchers with expertise in fluid-structure interaction, computational and experimental fluid mechanics, and/or scientific machine learning, with applications to cardiovascular diseases and medical devices. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding availability. Successful candidates are expected to commit to a minimum two-year appointment. JOB DESCRIPTION AIMCardio Lab The lab conducts cutting-edge...
University of Illinois System
Nov 09, 2026
Full time
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering - Open Rank Faculty Search
University of Illinois System Urbana, IL
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering - Open Rank Faculty Search The Grainger College of Engineering University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) in the Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for open-rank (assistant, associate, or full professor level) tenure-track, full-time faculty positions. Qualified candidates will be considered at all levels. Applications are encouraged from applicants whose degrees and research programs are in disciplinary areas as well as cross-cutting interdisciplinary areas of electrical and computer engineering. In particular, the department is interested in receiving applications from candidates with expertise in the following areas: Power and Energy Systems; Networking and Architectures for Emerging Systems; Advanced Packaging for High-Performance Systems; and Applied Electromagnetics for Sensing, Communication,...
Purdue University, Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Nov 06, 2026
Full time
Assistant or Associate Professor of Engineering Practice in Computer Engineering (Indianapolis)
Purdue University, Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering Indianapolis, IN
  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,...
Southern Methodist University, Lyle School of Engineering
Nov 05, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor in Quantum Computing and Quantum Engineering (Position # 50155)
Southern Methodist University, Lyle School of Engineering Dallas, TX
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at Southern Methodist University (SMU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Quantum Computing and Quantum Engineering. We seek outstanding candidates who will establish a high-impact, externally funded research program, contribute to the growing quantum ecosystem at SMU, and help shape the future of quantum engineering education and research.  We welcome applicants working broadly in quantum computing and quantum engineering, including areas such as quantum architecture and systems, hardware-software co-design, quantum design automation, quantum error correction, quantum security, quantum sensing, and quantum communications. Candidates whose research connects quantum computing with areas such as computer architecture, hardware and systems security, and electronic design automation (EDA) are particularly encouraged to apply. Exceptional candidates from other areas of...
University of Idaho
Nov 05, 2026
Full time
Clinical Faculty - Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of Idaho Moscow, ID
Clinical Faculty University of Idaho APPOINTMENT INFORMATION Division/College College of Engineering Department Civil & Environmental Engineering Position Classification Clinical Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Location Moscow FTE 1.0 Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with experience FLSA Status Exempt Type of Appointment Academic Year Anticipated Contract Start Date 08/16/2027 POSITION OVERVIEW Primary Faculty Position Summary The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Idaho invites applications for an academic year, full-time, clinical (non-tenure-track) faculty position. We welcome applications from candidates with expertise in any area of civil engineering whose teaching, research, and professional experience would complement and strengthen our programs. Preference may be given to candidates with expertise in structural engineering and/or significant...
San Jose State University
Nov 03, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering - Embedded systems
$106,000 - $126,000 yearly
San Jose State University San Jose, CA
Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering - Embedded systems   Job no: 563637 Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track Location: San José Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Engineering, On-site (work in-person at business location)   Position Rank and Title: Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering School/Department Name: Electrical Engineering   Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications, experience, and rank as established by the CSU Salary Schedule . Anticipated hiring academic year annual salary range: $106,000 - $126,000   Faculty employee benefits are very competitive for the higher education sector.  See the CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details about the CSU’s excellent benefits package.   Target Start Date: August 17, 2027   Application Deadline: December...
San Jose State University
Nov 03, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering - Semiconductor
$106,000 - $126,000 yearly
San Jose State University San Jose, CA
Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering - Semiconductor   Job no:  563636 Work type:  Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track Location:  San José Categories:  Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Engineering, On-site (work in-person at business location)   Position Rank and Title:  Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering School/Department Name:  Electrical Engineering   Compensation:  Commensurate with qualifications, experience, and rank as established by the  CSU Salary Schedule . Anticipated hiring academic year annual salary range: $106,000 - $126,000   Faculty employee benefits are very competitive for the higher education sector.  See the  CSU Employee Benefits Summary  for details about the CSU’s excellent benefits package.   Target Start Date:  August...
Georgia Southern University
Nov 03, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor Civil Engineering and Construction
Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA
Assistant Professor Civil Engineering and Construction Job ID: 305406 Location: Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast. Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with 149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations. Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro, anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a...
University of Rhode Island
Nov 01, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor- Biomedical Engineering
University of Rhode Island South Kingstown, RI
Assistant Professor- Biomedical Engineering Job Description Summary, Duties and Responsibilities, Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications Search will be open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by December 31, 2026. Applications received after December 31, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About URI: The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30...
University of Idaho
Oct 31, 2026
Full time
Regular Faculty - Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of Idaho Moscow, ID
Regular Faculty University of Idaho APPOINTMENT INFORMATION Division/College College of Engineering Department Civil & Environmental Engineering Position Classification Regular Faculty Rank Negotiable Tenure Status Negotiable Location Moscow FTE 1.0 Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with experience FLSA Status Exempt Type of Appointment Academic Year Anticipated Contract Start Date 08/16/2027 POSITION OVERVIEW Primary Faculty Position Summary The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Idaho seeks candidates for a full-time tenure track assistant professor or tenure track or tenured associate professor in the broad area of water-environment engineering. Exceptional candidates may be eligible for a tenured appointment. Rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in the college and department bylaws. We seek candidates with teaching and research interests in...
University of Pennsylvania
Oct 28, 2026
Full time Part time / Adjunct
Assistant Director of Stewardship - Penn Engineering Development and Alumni Relations
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Assistant Director of Stewardship - Penn Engineering Development and Alumni Relations University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Oct 28, 2026
Full time
MIT - Faculty Positions in Mechanical Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA
Faculty Positions in Mechanical Engineering Massachusetts Institute Of Technology (MIT) Cambridge, MA Full Time The Department of Mechanical Engineering (MechE) at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) seeks candidates for faculty positions starting July 1, 2027, or on a mutually agreed date thereafter. We seek candidates who will provide excellence and leadership in research, translate intellectual contributions into impact on society and industry, make substantial contributions to undergraduate and graduate education, and contribute to the growth of the MechE community. The search is for candidates to be hired at the assistant professor level; however, under special circumstances, an untenured associate professor or senior faculty appointment is possible, commensurate with experience. We are interested in candidates whose research accomplishments and proposed work lies in any of the following three areas: Design Engineering, including but not...
Western University, Civil and Environmental Engineering Department
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Canada Impact+ Emerging Leader in Resilience of Infrastructure and Communities in a Changing Climate (tenure track)
$130,000 - $180,000 yearly
Western University, Civil and Environmental Engineering Department Western University, Richmond St, London, ON, Canada
Position Profile: The Canada Impact+ Emerging Leaders program is a one-time federal initiative that supports the recruitment of internationally based early-career researchers to Canadian institutions. This Emerging Leader position primarily aligns with Canada’s strategic priority in Environment, climate resilience, and the Arctic. The Emerging Leader award is valued at $100,000 annually for up to six years, with the possibility of extension for a further six years. Applications are invited from exceptional candidates for the Canada Impact+ Emerging Leader position in Resilience of Infrastructure and Communities in a Changing Climate at Western University, with an anticipated start date no later than July 1, 2027. The Emerging Leaders award is awarded for a six-year term, renewable once, contingent on confirmation of the early-career researcher's academic progress and the transformational, translational impact of their research. The program is administered by the Tri-agency...
California State University, Northridge
Oct 22, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor of Automotive Engineering - Department of Mechanical Engineering #27-25
California State University, Northridge Los Angeles, CA
Assistant Professor of Automotive Engineering - Department of Mechanical Engineering #27-25 Tenure-Track Faculty Position Announcement Department: Mechanical Engineering Faculty Hire Number: #27-25 Rank: Assistant Professor Effective Date of Appointment: Aug 19, 2027 (Subject to Budgetary Approval) Anticipated Hiring Range: $100,000 to $110,000 (Dependent upon qualifications) CSUN's Commitment to You: CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community. As a...
Columbia University, Industrial Engineering and Operations Research Department
Oct 21, 2026
Full time
Associate or Full Professor of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research
$120,000 - $315,000 yearly
Columbia University, Industrial Engineering and Operations Research Department New York, NY
  Position Description Columbia Engineering invites applications for an Associate or Full Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, starting July 1, 2027. Appointments will be made at the rank of Associate Professor without tenure, Associate Professor with tenure, or Professor with tenure, depending on qualifications. Exceptional candidates currently at the Assistant Professor level with a strong independent research program are also encouraged to apply. We seek candidates whose research advances the foundations, methods, and applications of modeling and decision-making under uncertainty. We particularly encourage applications from those who will expand the department's footprint in AI research, including reinforcement learning and work relevant to supply chains, service platforms, finance, and the design and operation of AI systems.
Purdue University, School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, College of Engineering
Oct 21, 2026
Full time
Assistant / Associate Professors in Space Engineering
Purdue University, School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, College of Engineering West Lafayette, IN
  Purdue Engineering invites applications for multiple tenured/tenure track positions at assistant and associate ranks in Space Engineering . We seek exceptional candidates pursuing innovative research across the breadth of this interdisciplinary area supporting sustained, resilient, and scalable operations and habitation in orbital, cislunar, and extraterrestrial environments. Research in sub-areas may include, but are not limited to, the following: Space Systems, Astrodynamics and Operations : Astrodynamics & space mission design; innovative spacecraft and space mission architecture; spacecraft guidance, navigation, control & autonomy; space situational awareness & space domain awareness; space sensing & communications; advanced materials & structures for space environment; and planetary entry, descent & landing. Propulsion and Power: Leveraging world-class experimental infrastructure of Zucrow Labs , in-space and launch...
University of Rhode Island
Oct 21, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor, Industrial and Systems Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing Operations and Autonomous Systems)
University of Rhode Island South Kingstown, RI
Assistant Professor, Industrial and Systems Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing Operations and Autonomous Systems) Job Description Summary, Duties and Responsibilities, Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications Search will be open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by November 15, 2026. Applications received after November 15, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ About URI: The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are...
California State University, Northridge, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Oct 21, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor in Automotive Engineering
$100,000 - $110,000 yearly
California State University, Northridge, Department of Mechanical Engineering Los Angeles, CA
Department: Mechanical Engineering Faculty Hire Number: #27-25 Rank: Assistant Professor Effective Date of Appointment: Aug 19, 2027 (Subject to Budgetary Approval) Anticipated Hiring Range: $100,000 to $110,000 (Dependent upon qualifications) CSUN’s Commitment to You: CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community. As a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI), inclusiveness and diversity are integral to CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching,...
Purdue University, Animal Sciences Department
Oct 21, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence for Animal Improvement
Purdue University, Animal Sciences Department Indianapolis, IN
  Artificial Intelligence | Genomics | Biotechnology | Precision Animal Systems   Develop the next generation of data analytics and AI-enabled methods for selecting animals, deriving novel phenotypes, and implementing precision management or interventions to improve animal production systems.   Position Purdue University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position focused on data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled selection in animal systems. This position will be housed in Indianapolis where the candidate will have the opportunity to shape the academic and research programs offered there. We seek an innovative scholar who develops and applies AI, machine learning, data science, genomics, biotechnology, and predictive modeling to improve decision-making across animal agriculture. The successful candidate will use advanced data science and AI-enabled techniques in areas of interest, including...
Purdue University, Polytechnic Institute, School of Engineering Technology
Oct 20, 2026
Full time
Tenure-Track/Tenured Faculty Position at Assistant or Associate Rank
Purdue University, Polytechnic Institute, School of Engineering Technology West Lafayette, IN
  Strategic Faculty Recruitment Initiative in One Health – Healthy and Resilient Living Systems - School of Engineering Technology, Purdue Polytechnic Institute   Purdue University Main Campus | Indianapolis or West Lafayette, IN Tenure-Track/Tenured Faculty Position at Assistant or Associate Rank   As part of a transformative, university-wide initiative in One Health - Healthy and Resilient Living Systems , the School of Engineering Technology (SoET) in the Purdue Polytechnic Institute invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Specifically, SoET seeks candidates to design, integrate and deploy intelligent physical and digital technologies into scalable systems for health. The successful candidate will complement SoET's strengths in intelligent manufacturing, sensing, electronics, artificial intelligence, automation and robotics, and industrial...
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