Assistant Professor of Computer Engineering

Liberty University; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty University’s School of Engineering invites applications for an assistant professor position in computer engineering to teach in the BS in Computer Engineering program. Candidates should have expertise in embedded systems, RTOS, computer architecture, and related areas, and a strong commitment to teaching and scholarship.

Responsibilities include delivering undergraduate courses, developing curricula for residential and distance formats, mentoring students, and engaging in research

Qualifications

• PhD in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related field; preferred but not required.
• Expertise in embedded systems, RTOS, computer architecture, digital logic, PCB design, and Linux programming.
• Commitment to teaching, scholarship and service in alignment with Liberty University’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in the BS in Computer Engineering program.
• Develop and update curriculum for residential and distance education formats.
• Engage in research, scholarly activity or creative endeavors as required by the college.
• Mentor students and participate in service to the department and university.

Skills

Embedded Systems

Real-Time OS

Computer Architecture

Digital Logic

PCB Design

Linux Programming

Education

Doctoral degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering or related field

Terminal master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Faculty are essential to Liberty University’s mission of Training Champions for Christ. It is expected that a faculty member model a personal commitment to the goals and values of Liberty University, engage in an active commitment to, and experience of, personal spiritual formation within a biblically informed Christian worldview. Faculty should view their teaching, engagement with students, and scholarship as a means to a significant educational end. They should strive to employ a variety of techniques for the development of good learning conditions, view each student as a unique individual, and insofar as it is possible, provide for individual differences, abilities, and interests.
The School of Engineering is seeking an assistant professor in computer engineering to teach courses in the Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Program. An ideal candidate would have a doctoral degree from an accredited institution in computer engineering, electrical engineering or a related field with expertise in the following areas: Embedded Systems, Real-Time Operating Systems, Computer Architecture, Digital Logic, PCB design, and Linux Programming.
The Assistant Professor’s primary role is to teach in their areas of expertise, maintain the integrity of course and instructional programs, and to ensure that their delivery is in alignment with the University mission and vision for the student experience. As such, faculty are responsible for creating an academic atmosphere of mutual respect and consideration for individual dignity. Faculty members may be asked to aid in the development of curriculum in the residential and distance education environments, as well as engage in research/scholarship or creative activity that varies depending upon the expectations of their respective college or school and any additional activities involving service to students and their professional discipline.
Faculty attain the rank of Assistant Professor based upon scholarly and professional achievements. An earned doctoral degree or a terminal master’s degree at an accredited institution in an area relevant to the faculty member’s area of teaching or a professional certificate (e.g., CPA) is preferred but not required.
Assistant Professors are contracted for 10, 11, or 12 months (30, 33, or 36 load hours, respectively). Release from contracted teaching load is determined each semester by the Dean, per Liberty University Faculty Handbook.

Time Type

Full time

Location

Lynchburg - In Office

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.