California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) · 3 months ago
Assistant Professor - Computer Engineering (AY 26/27)
San Luis Obispo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $123K/yrCalifornia Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) is seeking an Assistant Professor in the Computer Engineering Department to begin in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching, engaging in high-quality scholarly work, and contributing to curricular development in Computer Engineering.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and master's level courses in Computer Engineering
Support and expand curricular development in Computer Engineering
Engage in scholarly work that is of very high quality as evidenced by external peer review
Perform service activities at all levels of the University
Develop an externally funded, applied research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students
Qualification
Required
An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Education, or a closely related field from an accredited institution or international equivalent is required for appointment
Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) will be considered but must provide proof that the doctorate was awarded prior to or by the start of the appointment
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, effective communication, and interpersonal skills and must have the ability to work effectively with students, staff and faculty from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to develop an externally funded, applied research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students, and partnerships with key stakeholders
Demonstrated experience and commitment to hands-on, student-centered learning and teaching, as well as demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings are required
Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interests in undergraduate and graduate teaching are required
Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required
Preferred
Demonstrated excellence in university level teaching and research (commensurate with time since degree)
Experience with laboratory-based instruction and/or industry experience
Experience and a commitment to working in a multidisciplinary and collaborative setting
Industry experience as well as candidates with a strong hands-on approach to engineering
Experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment
Preference will be given primarily to candidates able to teach courses in areas of need and secondarily to candidates able to teach courses in additional areas of emphasis for the Computer Engineering Department. Areas of need include Computer Organization and Architecture and Computer Networks. Additional areas of emphasis include Embedded Systems and IoT
Benefits
Parental leave
Educational fee waivers
Childcare pre-tax benefits
On-campus children’s center
Company
California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly)
Cal Poly is a nationally ranked, four-year, comprehensive public university, with approximately 17,500 undergraduate, 120 post-baccalaureate, and 900 graduate students.
Founded in 1901
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Zachary Smith, MBA
Vice President of University Development and Alumni Engagement - CEO of the Cal Poly Foundation
Darin Matthews
Executive Director/Chief Procurement Officer
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