Tenure Track Assistant Professor Computer Networks and Communications (2026 2027

University of Hartford

Tenure Track Assistant Professor Computer Networks and Communications (2026-2027)

Rank : Assistant Professor

Salary Range : $86,000 - 90,000

Tenure Information : Tenure Track

Job Description

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering seeks to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in Computer or Electrical Engineering with focus on Computer Networks and Communications beginning August 2026. Candidates expected to have doctoral degree and excellent potential and dedication to teaching, research, service, and professional activities.

Responsibilities

Teach three courses per semester in engineering and engineering technology related to computer engineering; may change based on departmental needs.

Opportunities to teach innovative general education and interdisciplinary courses.

Active scholarly research agenda with peer-reviewed publications, presentations, or other professional accomplishments expected for successful tenure and promotion.

Service to department, college, and university includes advising students, contributing to student recruitment and retention, advising student capstone projects, and participating in program accreditation.

Demonstrate commitment to inclusive excellence, fostering a vibrant campus community where every student, staff member, and faculty colleague feels empowered to flourish.

Required Qualifications

Earned doctorate in Computer Engineering or related discipline required; ABDs considered providing degree completion date.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching computer engineering or related engineering disciplines at undergraduate level.

Potential to build independent research program related to computer networks and communications that includes undergraduate students.

Potential to educate and mentor students from diverse backgrounds.

Experience and / or interest in course and curriculum development.

Experience and / or interest in student recruitment, retention, and career preparation.

Applied and / or professional experience in computer networks and communications with Cisco Certification.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Belonging.

Diversity Statement

University of Hartford strives to foster learning and encourage personal growth of students, faculty, and staff in an environment that promotes and celebrates diversity in all its forms regardless of identifying factors. Commitment includes fostering an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community; engaging in civil discourse; cultivating campus community reflective of intersectionality; standing against acts of hate, intimidation, discrimination, bigotry, violence, and harassment; upholding values of dignity and respect.

University Information

Students find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. The mission engages students in acquiring knowledge, skills, and values to thrive and contribute to a pluralistic, complex world. Commitment to community, integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. Enriched by engagement and understanding of one another. Expert faculty development and support available.

College Information

College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture offers undergraduate engineering programs across many disciplines and accredited programs. Provides master’s programs in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and more.

Posting Information

Posting Number : F207P

Open Until Filled : Yes

Application

For full application instructions and position description, visit

The University of Hartford is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women and members of under-represented groups encouraged to apply. EEO / AA / M / F / D / V.

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