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Utah Tech University · 6 days ago

Instructor of the Practice or Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering

St George, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$76K/yr - $92K/yr

Utah Tech University is a comprehensive polytechnic institution committed to exceptional student learning and success. They are seeking a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering to teach courses, involve students in research, and contribute to program development.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Teach 24 credits (if tenure-track) or 30 credits (if professional-track) of lecture and laboratory courses in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or other engineering courses each academic year

Involve undergraduate students in research and/or experiential learning projects

Contribute to the developing programs and emphases in Electrical Engineering and/or Computer Engineering

Perform defined campus-wide duties including holding office hours, attending department, college, and division faculty meetings, and adhering to University policy and procedures

Perform institutional service and scholarship as defined by University policy and procedure (if tenure-track)

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringPower SystemsTeaching ExperienceActive LearningStudent EngagementCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeamwork

Required

An M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering preferred

Candidates with related degrees will also be considered

Applicants who are ABD are invited to apply, if degree will be completed prior to August 2026

Candidates with a background in power systems are highly encouraged to apply

Prior teaching experience in core electrical/computer engineering courses preferred; candidates with adequate teaching assistant experience are also encouraged to apply

Candidates with relevant industry experience preferred

A strong commitment to and evidence of potential for excellence in teaching

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to collegiality and teamwork

An interest in active learning, experiential learning, and student engagement is desirable

Benefits

Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.

14.2% retirement contribution, paid 100% by the employer (no match required), vested on day 1 of full-time employment;

Regular undergraduate tuition waiver (paid at 100%) for employee, spouse, and unmarried dependent children to take courses at Utah Tech;

Full medical, dental, and vision plans, with low employee-paid premiums, that begins on day 1 of full-time employment;

Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Accounts available;

Employer-paid basic life insurance & disability insurance coverage from day 1 of full-time employment;

Generous staff leave accruals, plus 12 paid holidays per calendar year.