Assistant Professor — Computer Engineering & Research

Lamar University; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar University’s Phillip M. Drayer Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Computer Engineering, beginning Fall 2026.

Candidates with strong records of funded research and industrial experience may be considered for appointment at the Associate Professor level. The successful candidate will develop a vigorous, externally funded research program and excel in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Qualifications

• PhD in computer engineering required or expected by Aug 2027.
• Ability to attract external funding and establish an independent research program.

Responsibilities

• Teach core and elective courses at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Supervise student theses and dissertations.
• Establish and maintain an externally funded research program.
• Collaborate with industry and government partners.
• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service.

Skills

Teaching excellence

External funding

Independent research

Collaboration with industry

Education

PhD in Computer Engineering

Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering

Job description

Lamar University’s Phillip M. Drayer Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Computer Engineering, beginning Fall 2026.

Candidates with strong records of funded research and industrial experience may be considered for appointment at the Associate Professor level. The successful candidate will develop a vigorous, externally funded research program and excel in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.