Assistant Professor - Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering #25-16

Tenure-Track Faculty Position Announcement

Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering

Faculty Hire Number: #25-16

Rank: Assistant Professor

Effective Date of Appointment: August 20, 2025 (Subject to Budgetary Approval)

Salary Scale: $105,000 to $115,000 (Dependent upon qualifications)

CSUN’s Commitment to You:

CSUN is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. Our values include a respect for all people, building partnerships with the community and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who make contributions to equity and inclusion in the pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community.

As a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI), inclusiveness and diversity are integral to CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement.

About the College:

The College of Engineering and Computer Science seeks to be a recognized center for excellence for baccalaureate and masters level education in computer science and engineering, providing a quality education for its students.

About the Department:

The mission of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department is to prepare students for rewarding careers and higher education. The department offers Bachelor of Science Degrees in Electrical Engineering (EE) and Computer Engineering (CE) and Master of Science Degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering.

Position:

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in the area of Computer Engineering/Digital System Design at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The successful candidate will teach a variety of fundamental undergraduate and graduate courses and labs in Electrical and Computer Engineering and have research interests in Computer Engineering and Digital System Design. Responsibilities include weekly office hours, attending faculty meetings, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a field specializing in digital system design, hardware/software interface, IoT, embedded systems, or cyber-physical systems. ABD candidates will be considered but must complete the doctoral degree by August 20, 2025.
• Taught at least one Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering class at the College/University level.
• Published at least three peer-reviewed conference papers or journal articles in areas related to Computer Engineering within the last three years.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of effective engagement or potential to engage with a diverse student body.
• Experience using culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Research/Lab experience that includes working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in grant proposal preparation.
• Industry experience in the area of specialization.

Application Deadline: Preferred application deadline is November 1, 2024 .

How to Apply:

Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. For more detailed information on the application process, please visit:

Applicants must submit a letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications, a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, and a research statement.

General Information:

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on various factors. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities.