Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Professor in Computer Engineering
2 Positions Available, Fall 2026
| Position Information |
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| Company: University of Tennessee, Knoxville |
| Department: Electrical Engineering and Computer Science |
| Address: 1520 Middle Drive |
| Location: Knoxville, TN |
| Contact: Leon Tolbert |
| Contact Email: tolbert@utk.edu |
| Posting Date: August 27, 2025 |
Position Overview
The Min H. Kao Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT) is seeking candidates for two tenure-track faculty positions at either the assistant or associate professor level in computer engineering, with desired emphasis in areas such as cybersecurity with a focus in system security or hardware security, internet-of-things, sensor systems, mobile computing, and wireless networking. Strong candidates in computer engineering or electrical engineering in areas not explicitly listed will also be considered.
The successful candidate will be expected to (1) conduct and publish scholarly research; (2) pursue funding to support an active research agenda; (3) teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer engineering, computer science, and/or electrical engineering; (4) mentor graduate students; and (5) participate in departmental service.
Required Qualifications
- PhD in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a closely related field at the time of appointment
- Effective, high-quality teaching skills
- Ability to effectively mentor undergraduate and graduate student
For an Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank:
- Show potential for obtaining funding for the research programs
- Show potentional for participation in interdisciplinary teams
For an Appointment at the Associate Professor rank:
- Expected to have conducted nationally/internationally recognized research works
- Show strong leadership potential
Application Instructions
The application deadline is November 7, 2025. Applications received after the deadline may be considered until the position is filled. Please submit the following items online in Interfolio to complete your application:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Statement
- Teaching Statement
- Names and Contact Information of Three References