Open Rank Faculty Position in Electrical and Computer Engineering

About the Position

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) in the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) invites applications for multiple open-rank (Full, Associate, or Assistant Professor) tenure system faculty positions in Electrical and Computer Engineering. This is an open-rank search with a preference that at least some of the appointments be made at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates from related disciplines, such as Computer Science, Materials Science, or Physics, whose research is relevant to Electrical and Computer Engineering, may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in areas such as AI Hardware and Accelerators, Speech, Language, and Hearing Technologies, and Quantum Computing.
• Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses in the core curriculum and in the candidate's area of specialization.
• Maintain an active research agenda, publish findings, and provide service to the UT Dallas and professional communities.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: A PhD or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience: A track record of accomplishment in research and teaching commensurate with the rank.
• Skills:
  • Strong research capabilities.
  • Effective teaching practices that engage students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience in related disciplines such as Computer Science, Materials Science, or Physics.

We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and research collaboration.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

About the Company

The University of Texas at Dallas is a top public research university located in Richardson, Texas. The ECE Department is ranked 51st among all universities and 28th among all public universities by US News and World Report. The department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees and is home to over 1,200 undergraduate students, 350 graduate students, and 51 faculty members. UT Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. The University prohibits unlawful discrimination against a person because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Application Instructions

Applicants should upload the following via the online application:

• Full curriculum vitae and cover letter summarizing their interests and qualifications for the position.
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Research statement.
• A writing/publication sample.
• Full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

Priority will be given to completed applications received by November 15, 2026. Reviews will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed on March 31, 2027.