Assistant Teaching Professor

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering ( at Tufts University ( seeks candidates for a Full-time Assistant Teaching Professor position in the area of Computer Engineering.

We seek applicants with expertise in computer engineering with expertise in topics including but not limited to embedded and real-time systems robotics parallel and heterogeneous computing computer architecture computer networks security and MPSoC design. The department is interested in building its offerings of advanced courses for undergraduate seniors and MS students. Thus a strong command of core undergraduate material especially embedded systems circuits and digital logic as well as expertise in at least one specialized area of computer engineering is necessary. Principal responsibilities will include graduate and undergraduate instruction and mentorship and University and professional service. Teaching faculty have long term multi-year contracts and are full voting members of the department with influence on curriculum development. A typical teaching load is five courses per academic year with a mix of core undergraduate courses and advanced courses for upper-level undergraduates or grad students. At Tufts teaching is well supported with undergraduate teaching labs and teaching assistants.

Tufts distinguishes itself by the interdisciplinary focus and integrative nature of its education and research programs within the environment of both a Research 1 university and a top-ranked undergraduate institution. We offer the best of a liberal arts college atmosphere coupled with the resources of a major research university. Home to nine graduate and professional schools across four campuses Tufts University prides itself on its culture of cross-school partnerships. Tufts Medford/Somerville campus is located only six miles from historic downtown Boston facilitating extensive opportunities for academic and industrial collaborations as well as participation in the rich intellectual life of the region.

The ideal Assistant Teaching Professor candidate will possess prior teaching experience especially with undergraduate students and have an engaging teaching style. Ideal candidates will be comfortable with active learning and experiential learning and other evidence-based instructional techniques. The candidate must have a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring. Candidates are expected to have a graduate degree in electrical engineering computer engineering or a closely related field; a doctoral degree is preferred but not required. Preference will be given to candidates with a proven record of teaching. Exceptional candidates may be appointed at the rank of Associate Teaching Professor.