Electrical engineering Jobs in Birmingham, AL

Job Description

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) invites applications for a non-tenure-track teaching instructor, assistant professor, or associate professor faculty position. The responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to show a strong commitment to excellence in teaching required and elective courses in the ECE undergraduate and/or graduate programs and participate in departmental service activities. Depending on the experience, strengths, and interests of the candidate, some effort may be devoted to advising ECE students, establishing and managing mentoring programs, other programs related to student success and retention, and outreach. The focus areas of interest include electronics, analog and digital design, power systems, and software engineering.

This position is a non-tenure-earning, nine-month appointment; summer teaching assignments and pay may also be available depending on the courses taught. Supporting the departments research activities may also provide summer funding. The successful candidate will engage in continuous professional development in teaching methodologies and discipline.

Required Qualifications Applicants must hold a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related area. Teaching experience in ECE courses is required.


Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with prior college-level teaching and research experience and a track record of successfully implementing innovative, high-impact teaching practices in the classroom. The ideal candidate would also have 3+ years of experience with teaching, academic advising, mentoring, and student retention programs.