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Overview
The University of Kansas (KU) Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) seeks outstanding individuals for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Computer Engineering. Successful candidates will have research that demonstrates strong potential for collaboration with existing faculty and complements the department’s current strengths. We are particularly interested in exceptional individuals with expertise in broad areas of computer systems, including, but not limited to computer architecture, hardware and VLSI design, embedded systems, system software, edge/cloud/high-performance computing hardware, machine learning accelerators, hardware security, quantum computing, and quantum communications. Applicants must have earned a doctorate in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field by the time of appointment. The successful candidate must also be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of appointment.
Responsibilities 40% Teaching
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science department. Participate in undergraduate and graduate student academic advising. Mentor graduate students in research and serve as the major advisor and chair of Master’s and Doctoral level thesis committees.
40% Research
- Perform and conduct research in the department’s centers/laboratories. Establish a strong research agenda in areas of expertise that overlaps, supports, or expands the current research in the department, leading to external grant support and publication in refereed journals and conference proceedings. Collaborate with faculty and professional staff on KU campuses.
20% Service
- Perform Department, School, University and professional service activities normally expected of university faculty commensurate with rank. Participate in local, national and international professional conferences and other activities appropriate to the discipline. Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.
Qualifications
Earned doctorate in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a closely related scientific or engineering discipline by the time of appointment.
Demonstrated potential for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses at the university level.
Expertise in broad areas of computer systems as demonstrated in application materials, including, but not limited to: computer architecture, hardware and VLSI design, embedded systems, system software, edge/cloud/high-performance computing hardware, machine learning accelerators, hardware security, quantum computing, and quantum communications.
Application Instructions A complete online application will include the following PDF files: 1) letter of application, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a statement of research interests and plans, 4) a statement of teaching interests and plans, and 5) contact information (including email addresses) for three individuals who can provide letters of recommendation.
Review of application materials begins November 1, 2025 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is received.
Contact Information Erik Perrins, eecs_search@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Anticipated Start Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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The University of Kansas (KU) Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) seeks outstanding individuals for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Computer Engineering. Successful candidates will have research that demonstrates strong potential for collaboration with existing faculty and complements the department’s current strengths. We are particularly interested in exceptional individuals with expertise in broad areas of computer systems, including, but not limited to computer architecture, hardware and VLSI design, embedded systems, system software, edge/cloud/high-performance computing hardware, machine learning accelerators, hardware security, quantum computing, and quantum communications. Applicants must have earned a doctorate in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field by the time of appointment. The successful candidate must also be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of appointment.
Responsibilities 40% Teaching
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science department. Participate in undergraduate and graduate student academic advising. Mentor graduate students in research and serve as the major advisor and chair of Master’s and Doctoral level thesis committees.
40% Research
- Perform and conduct research in the department’s centers/laboratories. Establish a strong research agenda in areas of expertise that overlaps, supports, or expands the current research in the department, leading to external grant support and publication in refereed journals and conference proceedings. Collaborate with faculty and professional staff on KU campuses.
20% Service
- Perform Department, School, University and professional service activities normally expected of university faculty commensurate with rank. Participate in local, national and international professional conferences and other activities appropriate to the discipline. Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.
Qualifications
Earned doctorate in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a closely related scientific or engineering discipline by the time of appointment.
Demonstrated potential for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses at the university level.
Expertise in broad areas of computer systems as demonstrated in application materials, including, but not limited to: computer architecture, hardware and VLSI design, embedded systems, system software, edge/cloud/high-performance computing hardware, machine learning accelerators, hardware security, quantum computing, and quantum communications.
Application Instructions A complete online application will include the following PDF files: 1) letter of application, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a statement of research interests and plans, 4) a statement of teaching interests and plans, and 5) contact information (including email addresses) for three individuals who can provide letters of recommendation.
Review of application materials begins November 1, 2025 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is received.
Contact Information Erik Perrins, eecs_search@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Anticipated Start Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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