Assistant/Associate Professor – Microelectronics

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant/associate professor position in microelectronics, starting Fall 2027. We seek experts in analog/RF electronics, IC design, and 2.5D/3D packaging or heterogeneous integration, with ability to work with information security and ITAR/EAR restrictions.

The candidate should excel in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, pursue external funding, mentor students, and publish results in scholarly venues.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering or closely related field at employment start.
• Eligibility to participate in research involving controlled unclassified information and ITAR/EAR restrictions and security clearance.
• Must be able to meet US work eligibility at time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Excel as a teacher in both undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Secure funding to support a research program.
• Mentor graduate students.
• Publish research results in relevant scholarly outlets.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering

Job description

Overview

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Auburn University invites applications for a tenure‑track assistant/associate professor in the area of microelectronics beginning with the Fall 2027 semester. We particularly seek individuals with a strong background in analog / RF electronics, integrated circuit design, 2.5D / 3D packaging or heterogeneous integration. Candidates must be eligible to participate in research activities involving controlled unclassified information and ITAR/EAR restrictions and possess or be able to obtain a security clearance.

The candidate should demonstrate the potential to excel as a teacher in both undergraduate and graduate courses, secure funding to support a research program, mentor graduate students, and publish research results in appropriate scholarly outlets.

The position is available beginning August 16, 2027, and applications will be evaluated beginning on November 1, 2026. The search will continue until a suitable candidate is selected.

Responsibilities

The candidate should demonstrate the potential to 1) excel as a teacher in both undergraduate and graduate courses, 2) secure funding to support a research program, 3) mentor graduate students, and 4) publish research results in appropriate scholarly outlets.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering or a closely related field at the time employment begins.

We particularly seek candidates who are eligible to participate in research activities involving controlled unclassified information and ITAR/EAR restrictions and possess or be able to obtain a security clearance.

The candidate selected must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time of appointment and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent communication skills are required.

Contract Type

Continuing

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