FullAssociate Professor in 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 faculty position at the rank of tenured Full Professor or tenured/tenure-track Associate Professor. Areas of interest include direct digital manufacturing (DDM) including additive manufacturing and 3D printing of electrical electronic and electromagnetic devices and systems as well as computational electromagnetics. Applicants with strong records in related areas of electrical and computer engineering are also encouraged to apply.

Candidates should have a record of scholarship research leadership and external funding appropriate for the appointment at the rank sought. Outstanding candidates currently holding tenure-track Assistant Professor positions who are expected to meet the requirements for promotion to Associate Professor with tenure during the hiring process will also be considered.

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 provide evidence of the candidates ability 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 as well as 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. Departmental facilities include a 6000-square-foot cleanroom with Class 100 and Class 1000 spaces supporting semiconductor fabrication and characterization including nanoscale 3D printing thin-film deposition plasma etching photolithography microscopy spectroscopy and electrical characterization.

Additional departmental research infrastructure includes advanced additive manufacturing facilities featuring metal polymer and multi-process 3D printing systems as well as access to the UTEP Keck Center for 3D Innovation. The department also maintains strong capabilities for microwave millimeter-wave and antenna research including an anechoic chamber instrumentation supporting measurements up to 40 GHz and industry-standard design and simulation tools such as Ansys addition the Wireless Communications Testbed supports research in wireless communications software-defined radio wireless security spectrum characterization telecommunications systems and 4G/5G networks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or a closely related field. Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate and graduate education. Established record of significant scholarly creative entrepreneurial or technological contributions evidenced by publications patents and/or other research accomplishments. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Established record of securing extramural funding developing and sustaining a research program mentoring students and postdoctoral researchers and leading collaborative research efforts. Evidence of national and international recognition through publications invited presentations honors awards and other professional achievements.

This position is intended for established researchers at the senior level. Accordingly recent Ph.D. graduates and postdoctoral fellows are not eligible for consideration.

Academic Candidates: Candidates from academic institutions must have qualifications commensurate with appointment at the rank of tenured Full Professor or tenured or tenure-track Associate Professor. Application materials should provide evidence of scholarship leadership and research funding appropriate to the rank sought.

Candidates from National Laboratories or Industry: Candidates from national laboratories or industry must have at least six years of progressively responsible research experience following completion of the Ph.D. or postdoctoral training. Applicants must demonstrate a record of scholarship extramural funding research and leadership and professional achievements comparable to those expected for appointment at the rank sought.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience leading large collaborative research programs; establishing partnerships with industry national laboratories and government agencies; translating research into practice through technology transfer commercialization or entrepreneurship; leading academic or professional initiatives; mentoring diverse students and researchers; and developing academic programs or research infrastructure.

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 cover letter describing their interest in the position and how they meet position requirements; 2) a detailed curriculum vitae; 3) name and complete contact information of at least three references; 4) research statement (up to 4 pages); 5) teaching and mentorship statement (up to 4 pages).

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