Instructor, Electrical Engineering

Wright State University; Dayton, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University in Dayton, OH invites applications for an Instructor, Electrical Engineering. The role focuses on developing, delivering, and assessing undergraduate and graduate EE courses and laboratories, with engagement in curriculum development and ABET accreditation activities.

The position includes providing academic advising and mentoring to students, supervising teaching assistants, and contributing to department services.

Qualifications

• MS or higher in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching, advising and mentoring.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide academic advising and counseling in ABET-EAC-accredited EE or related program.
• Ability to work in a team and contribute to instructional development and delivery in EE/CE/Physics.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and assess undergraduate and graduate EE courses and laboratories, including curriculum development, instructional innovation, and supervision/mentoring of teaching assistants.
• Participate in and support accreditation processes including assessment, documentation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Provide academic advising and counseling to students and support mentoring and career development.
• Guide and support student activities and organizations and supervise graduate students and independent study.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees and contribute to service activities.

Skills

Excellence in teaching

Academic advising

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Instructional development

Education

MS or higher in Electrical Engineering

PhD (preferred)

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

EEO Statement

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title

Faculty Rank or Job Title Instructor, Electrical Engineering

Job Category:

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department

Department Electrical Engineering

EEO number:

EEO number: 27Y045

Position FTE

100%

Minimum Annual Salary

Minimum Annual Salary Negotiable

Salary Band:

Salary Band: FA NA

Job Summary/Basic Function:

To develop and teach Electrical Engineering courses; participate in EE curriculum development and ABET accreditation process; provide academic advising to undergraduate and graduate students; and assist with departmental academic services. (Fiscal appointment)

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned M.S. degree or higher by the start date in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching, advising and mentoring.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide academic advising and counseling in an ABET - EAC -accredited Electrical Engineering or related engineering program.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, plus demonstrated instructional development and delivery skills in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Physics areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Teaching experience in a university academic setting.

Essential Functions and percent of time:

Instruction and instructional support – (85%)

• Develop, deliver, and asses undergraduate and graduate electrical engineering courses and laboratories, including curriculum development, instructional innovation, and supervision and mentoring of teaching assistants, as assigned
• Participate in and support departmental and program accreditation processes, including assessment, documentation, and continuous improvement activities.

Academic advising and mentoring – (10%)

• Provide academic advising and counseling to students, to include mentoring students and supporting academic and professional development.
• Guide and support student activities and organizations
• The position will provide academic supervision, and professional guidance to undergraduate and graduate students, including supervision and mentoring of undergraduate students, guidance of independent study, research and senior design projects, as well as academic and career development.
• Supervision of graduate students including academic advising, career mentoring, and oversight of assigned instructional activities.

Faculty governance and service – (5%)

• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees and contribute to academic and administrative service activities

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions

• Office and laboratory.
• Length of contract is one year, annually renewable.
• Special Contract terms and conditions of employment apply.
• To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources .
• Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/31/2026

First Consideration Date:

First Consideration Date: 09/30/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you or will you have a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field by start date?
  • Yes
  • No

3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy., Dayton, OH 45435 USA