Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering

Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering

Requisition : 39784
Location: Hammond and Westville, Indiana
Employment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track
Start Date: Fall 2026 (Ph.D. required by August 3, 2026)

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at PNW invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Control Systems and Automation, with additional expertise in robotics, cyber-physical systems, or AI-enabled control.

Faculty will contribute to the Intelligent and Autonomous Systems research cluster, a strategic initiative linking faculty across disciplines with regional industry and community partners.

Campus Locations:

Hammond: 30 miles from Chicago

Westville: 15 miles from Indiana Dunes National Park

Teach undergraduate and graduate ECE courses with student-centered pedagogy

Mentor students in academic planning, senior design, undergraduate research, and career preparation

Develop new or enhance existing courses and lab experiences

Establish a research program in Intelligent and Autonomous Systems

Pursue external funding from grants, industry, or government

Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and conferences

Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations and applied research

Contribute to departmental service, outreach, and community engagement, including STEM initiatives

Education:

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field (required by August 3, 2026)

Experience & Skills:

Strong potential for teaching excellence and impactful research

Expertise in control systems and automation

Ability to mentor students and develop courses/labs

Potential to secure external research funding

Collaborative and interdisciplinary mindset

Competitive start-up package for research program development

Access to cutting-edge facilities and interdisciplinary research centers

Support for external grant applications and management

Professional development opportunities in teaching and research

Collaborative, community-focused academic environment

Applications must be submitted electronically via the PNW Careers Faculty webpage and include:

Cover Letter highlighting interest and qualifications

Research Statement (max 2 pages)

Teaching Philosophy Statement (max 2 pages)

Unofficial Transcripts (official upon hire)

Contact information for three professional references

Background check required for employment.

Equal Opportunity: PNW is an equal opportunity/equal access university.