Asst. Professor - Civil Engineering jobs in Erie, PA

Gannon ECE is accepting applications for a tenure-track assistant professor to begin in Aug. 2025. Please spread the word. Apply at https://gannon.peopleadmin.com/postings/12704.

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Gannon University’s Department of Electrical and Cyber Engineering invites qualified candidates to apply for a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor in Electrical and Cyber Engineering to begin in August 2025. The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses primarily in the areas of electrical engineering but also in relevant fields in cyber engineering; engage students in research projects, and advise students. Gannon University is committed to excellence in student-centered learning with an emphasis on student-learning outcomes. The faculty work collaboratively with colleagues; deliver instruction; advise students; engage in scholarly activities in keeping with the Boyer Model of Scholarship as is appropriate to the application and receipt of tenure and promotion at Gannon; and engage in professional, University, and community service activities. Must be able to support and promote the University’s inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions.

Required QualificationsEducation:

A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Cyber Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related engineering field is required with the completion of the dissertation by the employment start date (i.e., August 2025). Priority will be given to those capable of developing and teaching core courses in Electrical Engineering with a focus on control systems, electronics, and signal processing; and with research interests in artificial intelligence and autonomous systems, system-on-chip (SoC)/semiconductor device applications, embedded systems applications, and communication networks for IoT applications. Exceptional candidates from other areas of electrical engineering and cyber engineering will be considered. Experience in Linux OS and systems is a plus.

Experience: Previous experience in advising undergraduate research projects and developing new undergraduate lab activities is preferred. A track record of successful project leadership and industrial experience are also preferred. Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in research and a strong commitment to teaching. Excellent communications skills are required.

Rank: In accordance with the University’s standards, the Provost and Vice President for Student Experience awards initial rank at the time of employment. Completion of dissertation is required for the rank of Assistant Professor and placement on the tenure track.

Licenses and Certifications: None required.

University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University’s inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its strong liberal arts foundation that supports exemplary professional education programs.