AssistantAssociateFull Professor in Electrical Engineering
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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Electrical Engineering
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal Illinois
Title: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Electrical Engineering
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Engineering
Department: Electrical Engineering
Campus Location: Normal IL
Job Summary
The Department of Electrical Engineering (EE Department) in the new College of Engineering (CEN) at Illinois State University (ISU) invites applications for two open rank tenuretrack positions beginning in Fall Semester 2025. An earlier start date is possible conditional upon budget availability and departmental needs. We are seeking qualified candidates with expertise in 1 Digital Design and Embedded Systems and 2 Mobile and Wireless Communications and closely related areas.
The College of Engineering and the EE Department are committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. ISU recognizes that a diverse faculty staff and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty staff and students and can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are especially welcomed to apply. ISU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Because the College is in its foundational stages we are seeking candidates who can quickly adapt be flexible in terms of workload distribution and serve as founding members of the EE Department. Responsibilities for these positions will change from year to year until the new College reaches its steady state by 2029 or earlier. Responsibilities will include curriculum and laboratory development; effective undergraduate teaching/research including freshman and senior design advising; grant writing and research/scholarship; and service including high school visits industry collaborations and workshops for student recruitment.
Salary Rank and Tenure: The positions are ninemonth tenuretrack appointments with the possibility of summer teaching. Salary rank and the status of tenure (probationary tenuretrack or tenured) are commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included.
Additional Information
University Benefit Highlights:
Insurance benefits including health dental vision and life eligibility determination
Retirementand supplemental retirement planning options
Tuition waiver benefitsavailable to staff as well as their eligible dependents
Paidbenefit time
Additional University Benefit information including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here: College of Engineering (CEN) is the newest College at ISU. We will welcome our first cohort of students in Fall of 2025 and graduate our first cohort of students in Spring of 2029. The CEN will emphasize projectbased learning and applied research and actively demonstrate the societal impact engineers make across communities. We will be a leader in educating engineers and plan to be a leader in transforming engineering education to graduate more students from diverse backgrounds. For more information visit https://illinoisstate/collegeengineering/ .
Illinois State University: https://illinoisstate was founded in 1857 as Illinois first public university. We enroll approximately 21000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan Excellence by Design:lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching Learning and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity Diversity Access and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values we create a learning environment that results in our university being the firstchoice public university in Illinois for highachieving motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois States Metrics of Excellence at https://illinoisstate/pointsofpride/ .
BloomingtonNormal Community: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal with a metro population of approximately 172000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University Heartland Community College St. Joseph Medical Center Carle BroMenn Medical Center COUNTRY Financial State Farm Insurances International Headquarters Central Illinois Regional Airport and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems and its citizens high level of educational attainment as well as its parks and recreation health care vibrant fine arts scene job growth economic opportunity historic sites and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livabilitys top 100 Best Places to Live 2024 and ranked No. 3 on College Values Onlines list of Best Small College Towns in America 2024. BloomingtonNormal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria ChampaignUrbana Decatur and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from BloomingtonNormal via Amtrak which is located one block from Illinois States campus. For more information on our community visit .
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
Commensurate with experience and qualifications
Required Qualifications
1 A terminal degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field. Exceptional ABD candidates with an expected completion of PhD degree by August 15 2025 will also be considered.
2 Candidates must be able to demonstrate oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position as mandated by state law.
Work Hours
Varies
Proposed Starting Date
August 16 2025 An earlier start date is possible conditional upon budget availability and departmental needs.
Required Applicant Documents
1 Cover letter or letter of interest that describes prior experience or clearly expressed future interest in working with a diverse range of faculty staff and students;
2 Teaching philosophy and experience in curriculum development laboratory development and university teaching (maximum of four pages);
3 Research expertise and future interests (maximum of two pages);
4 Curriculum vitae;
5 Names and contact information of three professional references.
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply
Special Instructions for Applicants
Review of applications will begin on January 6 2025 and shall continue through the academic year until both positions are filled.
Contact Information for Applicants
EE Department Search Committee
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
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Department
Electrical EngineeringThe Department of Electrical Engineering in the newly founded College of Engineering at Illinois State University invites applications for two open rank tenuretrack positions beginning in Fall 2025.
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Department
Electrical EngineeringThe Department of Electrical Engineering in the newly founded College of Engineering at Illinois State University invites applications for two open rank tenuretrack positions beginning in Fall 2025.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
