Associate Professor/Professor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid annual and holiday leave

Generous tuition benefits

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineering Faculty Member at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) College of Engineering. This strategic position aims to recruit a high-impact tenured faculty to enhance VCU's transformative research portfolio.

The successful candidate will teach, conduct impactful research, and engage in community service activities. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Engineering and a strong research background in areas such as Artificial Intelligence and Sustainability.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Outstanding record of scholarship in research thrust areas.
• Demonstrated ability to work in an inclusive environment.
• Experience leading multi-investigator research projects.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses within the College of Engineering curriculum.
• Maintain an established research record with international reputation.
• Engage in service activities for the department and community.
• Participate in collaborative clinical activities.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Service

Clinical Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering or related field

Job description

VCU College of Engineering – Senior Engineering Faculty Member

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) College of Engineering is pleased to announce a Strategic Senior Faculty position. This position is part of a university‑wide initiative to recruit high‑impact tenured faculty members to support our rapidly growing, transformative research portfolio.

We invite applications for an exceptionally accomplished tenured faculty member who can further elevate our college's research capabilities in one or more of the following thrust areas:

1. Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Systems, and Computing
2. Human Health and Medicine
3. Sustainability: Materials, Energy & Environment

Candidates with meritorious research accomplishments in any of these areas, or related areas such as robotics, cybersecurity, or manufacturing, will be considered. The successful candidate will be appointed to one of our five academic departments: Biomedical Engineering, Chemical and Life Science Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Teaching: Teach courses within the College of Engineering curriculum and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
2. Research: Maintain an established research record with international reputation and external funding; demonstrate collaborative research and scholarly activity.
3. Service: Engage in service activities for the department, college, university, and professional scientific organizations; contribute to outreach efforts to the local community.
4. Clinical: When appropriate, participate in collaborative clinical activities in scholarship and service.

Application Process

Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and the names and email addresses of four references. Only complete applications will be considered. Review of applications will start on August 1, 2026, and will continue until filled.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related science field.
• Academic accomplishments commensurate with appointment at the level of Full Professor or exceptionally qualified Associate Professor.
• Outstanding record of scholarship in one or more of the advertised research thrust areas.
• International reputation as a leading researcher, evidenced by awards such as society fellow status or membership in a national academy.
• Demonstrated ability to work in an inclusive environment with faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds.
• Commitment to high‑quality teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Experience leading or contributing to large, multi‑investigator research projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience as director or principal investigator of a high‑impact national or international research center or institute.
• Record of industry collaboration or technology transfer.
• Commitment to community engagement and enhancing the university’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Benefits

All full‑time university faculty members are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, and abundant opportunities for career development and advancement.

Employment Details

• Unit: College of Engineering
• Salary Range: Commensurate
• Tenure: Tenure‑Track
• Months: 9 months
• FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
• Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• ORP Eligible: Yes
• Rank: Open
• Restricted Position: No

Contact Information

Contact Name: Dr. Gary Tepper
Contact Email: [e-mail]