Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a Carnegie R1 Opportunity and Community-Engaged university at the heart of the U.S.-Mexico border region that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health culture education and economy of the community we serve. UTEP enrolls more than 26000 students 84% of whom are Hispanic and half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. UTEP offers 169 bachelors masters and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access top-tier research university in America.

Located at the westernmost tip of Texas El Paso is set against the backdrop of the Franklin Mountains and the Chihuahuan Desert in one of the largest binational communities in the world. A family-oriented community that is one of the safest large cities in the U.S. the cost of living in El Paso is very reasonable with an average home value of $224000 in 2025 and Texas has no state income 2026 U.S. News and World report named El Paso the best big city to live in the nation. The regions rich culture includes a vibrant street art and mural scene art galleries a new childrens museum and science center the states longest-running symphony orchestra and a full schedule of seasonal events and festivals. Sports fans will enjoy Division I college athletics Triple-A baseball affiliate El Paso Chihuahuas and professional soccer team El Paso Locomotive FC and outdoor enthusiasts will be drawn to year-round hiking mountain biking and rock climbing in nearby state and national parks.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position. The department seeks candidates with expertise in robotics autonomous systems and control. Applicants with expertise in related areas of electrical and computer engineering are also encouraged to apply.

The department is interested in candidates whose research complements existing faculty expertise and contributes to departmental research priorities through fundamental or applied research. Evaluation will be based on the quality originality and potential impact of the candidates work as well as their potential to contribute to the department and university.

The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses supervise student research contribute to departmental university and professional service activities and maintain an externally funded research program. Application materials should demonstrate the candidates potential to meet these expectations.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at UTEP () offers B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering and a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering. The department has 25 faculty members enrolls more than 900 students and supports over $5.5 million in annual sponsored research expenditures (FY 2025).

ECE faculty conduct research in laboratories and research centers across the department college and university. Relevant facilities at the department include the Robotics and Autonomous Systems Laboratory equipped with the Quanser Drone Research Laboratory and Self-Driving Car Studio that supports research in autonomous aerial and ground systems controls navigation computer vision sensor fusion machine learning and cyber-physical systems. The Cyber Physical Systems Privacy and Security Enhanced Computing (CyPSEC) Laboratory hosts an OPAL-RT Real-Time Simulation Laboratory that provides real-time simulation and hardware-in-the-loop capabilities for control and cyber-physical systems research. The department also maintains a Wireless Communications Testbed that supports research in wireless communications software-defined radio wireless security spectrum characterization telecommunications systems and 4G/5G networks.

A Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering or a related field before the official position start date. Commitment to undergraduate and graduate education. Demonstrated scholarly achievements as evidenced by a record of publications. Demonstrated potential for establishing an extramurally funded research program. Excellent communication skills.

In keeping with its access excellence and impact mission The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open diverse and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents respects the differences and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex religion age disability genetic information veteran status or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employees or prospective employees right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator who can be reached by phone at by email at or by mail at 500 W. University Ave. El Paso TX Kelly Hall Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities please contact UTEPs Equal Opportunity Office at .

To the extent that this position involves research work or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48 being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

Applicants must submit the following: 1) a letter of interest describing their interest in the position; 2) detailed curriculum vitae; 3) name and complete contact information of at least three references; 4) research statement (up to 3 pages); 5) teaching and mentoring statement (up to 3 pages); 6) unofficial transcripts; and 7) copies of the candidates two most representative publications.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For information/inquiries regarding the position please email