ESE Lecturer 2026-2027

University of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania's Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering invites applications for a full-time lecturer position for 2026-2027 to teach courses in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science, with focus on AI applications and computer systems for AI.

Appointments may be at Senior Lecturer or Lecturer rank, non-tenure track, and contingent on outstanding promise or proven excellence in undergraduate and graduate education within electrical and systems

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in an engineering discipline related to Artificial Intelligence (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related areas).
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education in ESE or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in AI, machine learning, and data science with emphasis on AI applications and AI-related computer systems and architectures.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Student mentorship

Education

Advanced degree in AI-related engineering

Job description

ESE Lecturer 2026-2027

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Open Date: Sep 01, 2026

Deadline:

The Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering (ESE) withinthe School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) at the University of Pennsylvania seeks outstanding applicants for a full-time lecturer position to teach courses in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science, with particular focus on applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and on computer systems and architectures for AI. The department seeks individuals with exceptional promise for, or a proven record of, excellence in undergraduate and graduate education. Appointments may be at Senior Lecturer or Lecturer rank commensurate with the candidate's experience and accomplishments. This position is non-tenure track. Candidates must have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education in electrical and systems engineering or related areas, and a strong commitment to fostering a positive educational environment.

The Department maintains close collaborations with all other engineering departments in SEAS and other Schools at Penn including the School of Arts and Sciences, the Perelman School of Medicine, the Wharton School of Business, and the Stuart Weitzman School of Design. The Department has strong interactions with leading centers including the General Robotics, Automation, Sensing, and Perception (GRASP) Laboratory, the Penn Institute for Computational Science (PICS), and the Penn Center for Health, Devices & Technology.

Qualifications

Applicants should hold an advanced degree in an engineering discipline related to Artificial Intelligence including Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related areas.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race,color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenshipstatus, age, disability, veteran status or any class protectedunder applicable federal, state, or local law.