Job Description/Requirements: The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Electrical Engineering. We welcome applications in all areas of electrical engineering. This year we are particularly seeking researchers in (1) integrated devices and systems (advanced semiconductor devices, analog/mixed/digital circuits); (2) communications, signal processing and control (wireless communications and statistical/machine learning signal processing, estimation and control); (3) Cyber-physical and autonomous systems (embedded/temporal systems, robotics and autonomy, verification and safety). Candidates must have a doctoral degree. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field by the start date. The successful candidate will demonstrate (a) the potential to undertake scientific activities supported by externally funded contracts and grants; (b) Commitment to teaching and developing new courses and mentoring students; and (c) desire for university and professional service.

About the department: The department offers Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees in Electrical, Computer Engineering and Cybersecurity, Master of Science (MS) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and interdisciplinary Master’s degrees in Software Engineering and Cybersecurity. Our faculty currently consists of 20 tenure-track/tenure-track members and 3 full-time lecturers. Our student body includes approximately 640 undergraduate students and 160 graduate students. Faculty research interests include electronic devices, applied electromagnetics and optics, signal and image processing, Internet of Things (IoT), computer systems, cybersecurity, software engineering, and quantum systems. The Department is involved in a wide range of research activities currently funded by NSF, DOD, NASA, DOE, NSA, Redstone Arsenal, the State of Alabama, and several corporate sponsors.

About the college: The Faculty of Engineering consists of five departments and has the largest number of six academic faculties in the university. The college’s research focus includes three of the many major problems faced by the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) – secure cyberspace; Restoring and improving urban infrastructure; Engineering tools for scientific discovery. Our Aviation 2032 Strategic Plan seeks to promote student-centered teaching and learning focused on student success, promote basic and applied research, while engaging the local and regional community through outreach and workforce development.

About the university: Founded in 1969, the University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s leading doctoral-granting and comprehensive universities known for tackling some of the world’s most important technological challenges. UAH, part of the University of Alabama System, provides an environment where students can explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. UAH has eight faculties, more than 100 fields of study and 17 high-tech research centers and institutes. Located in the heart of the South’s technology hub, UAH serves as the anchor tenant for the second largest research park in the United States, the Cummings Research Park. UAH is proud of its historic partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Defense. The organization is a member of the South Gulf Athletic Conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their futures. Learn more at www.uah.edu.

About Huntsville: Defense, aerospace, communications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing and a variety of emerging specialties provide challenging work in Huntsville, also known as the Missile City. The area has the most affordable cost of living and quality of life in the Southeast. More than 1.2 million people reside in the Huntsville metro area, and it is now the largest city in Alabama. From outdoor recreation to an enhanced arts and entertainment community, Huntsville contributes to a great way to live, work and play. Learn more at www.huntsville.org.

Application procedures and deadline: Application materials must include (in one PDF file) the following: a cover letter; the biography; Contact information (including name, address, email address, and phone numbers) for at least three references; Separate data on research plans and educational interests. The University of Alabama in Huntsville desires to recruit and retain high-caliber faculty who share the university’s values. Application materials must be emailed to ecesearch@uah.edu. Please refer to the log numbnessp 26-27-282.

Applications will begin consideration immediately, and the search will remain open until the position is filled. Attendance at new faculty orientation sessions is required.