Assistant Professor – Digital Systems & SoC

Santa Clara University; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 116,846 - 129,756; Full time

Job summary

Santa Clara University’s Electrical and Computer Engineering Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor starting in Fall 2027 in digital systems, embedded and cyber-physical systems.

We seek candidates with research promise in areas such as computer architecture, SoC, AI hardware, and secure systems, who can engage with industry in Silicon Valley and participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in electrical and computer engineering or closely related field by start date.
• Demonstrated research track record or strong potential with high-quality journal publications.
• Commitment to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels and to curriculum development.
• Commitment to contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop a productive research program engaging students and producing high-quality publications.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas of specialization and lower-division fundamentals; contribute to curriculum development.
• Provide service to the Department, School, University, and the profession.

Skills

Research track record

Teaching across undergrad & grad

Commitment to diversity & inclusion

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering or closely related field

Job description

Santa Clara University’s Electrical and Computer Engineering Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor starting in Fall 2027 in digital systems, embedded and cyber-physical systems.

We seek candidates with research promise in areas such as computer architecture, SoC, AI hardware, and secure systems, who can engage with industry in Silicon Valley and participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching.