University of Illinois Chicago
Faculty_Open Rank Tenure Track Faculty-Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Faculty Open Rank Tenure Track – Electrical and Computer Engineering
Hiring Department:
Electrical and Computer Engineering Requisition ID:
1038654 Posting Close Date:
January 31, 2026 Salary:
$120,000.00–$190,000.00
About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation, and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate, and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. UIC’s emphasis on cutting‑edge research, commitment to student success, and dynamic, vibrant campus culture have led to high national rankings.
Position Summary The UIC ECE Department seeks tenure‑track faculty committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring students, and developing a strong, externally funded research program. Candidates are expected to inspire students, contribute to scholarly productivity, and engage with current research trends in their field.
Duties & Responsibilities The successful candidate will demonstrate an enthusiasm to inspire students, attract them to the department’s programs, and maintain an active research program that advances knowledge in the field. In addition:
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Computer Science, or a related field, completed prior to appointment.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred candidates will have a record or strong promise of scholarly productivity through publications, sponsored research, and graduate supervision, as well as familiarity with contemporary research directions and methods in their specialization.
Equal Opportunity Employer University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination on the basis of disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic is prohibited. The university accommodates applicants and employees who need special arrangement. AI tools may be used as part of the review process, but all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Employment Details Seniority Level:
Entry Level Employment Type:
Full‑time Job Function:
Education and Training Industry:
Higher Education
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Electrical and Computer Engineering Requisition ID:
1038654 Posting Close Date:
January 31, 2026 Salary:
$120,000.00–$190,000.00
About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation, and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate, and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. UIC’s emphasis on cutting‑edge research, commitment to student success, and dynamic, vibrant campus culture have led to high national rankings.
Position Summary The UIC ECE Department seeks tenure‑track faculty committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring students, and developing a strong, externally funded research program. Candidates are expected to inspire students, contribute to scholarly productivity, and engage with current research trends in their field.
Duties & Responsibilities The successful candidate will demonstrate an enthusiasm to inspire students, attract them to the department’s programs, and maintain an active research program that advances knowledge in the field. In addition:
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Computer Science, or a related field, completed prior to appointment.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred candidates will have a record or strong promise of scholarly productivity through publications, sponsored research, and graduate supervision, as well as familiarity with contemporary research directions and methods in their specialization.
Equal Opportunity Employer University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination on the basis of disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic is prohibited. The university accommodates applicants and employees who need special arrangement. AI tools may be used as part of the review process, but all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Employment Details Seniority Level:
Entry Level Employment Type:
Full‑time Job Function:
Education and Training Industry:
Higher Education
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