Assistant Professor – Electrical Engineering
College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
The College of Engineering and Engineering Technology (CEET) invites applications for an anticipated tenure-track assistant professor position in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on computer engineering. This tenure track position appointment will begin on August 16, 2026.
Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. in electrical engineering or related field by the time of appointment; demonstrated research ability; a strong interest in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels; ability to develop a funded research program and willingness to interact with local industry. Teaching responsibilities will include delivery of the department’s required courses in the specific area.
About NIU
Northern Illinois University is a student-centered, nationally recognized public research university, with expertise that benefits its region and spans the globe in a wide variety of fields, including the sciences, humanities, arts, business, engineering, education, health and law. The Wall Street Journal and CollegeNET recognize NIU as a leading institution for social mobility, or helping its students climb the socioeconomic ladder. Through its main campus in DeKalb, Illinois, and education centers for students and working professionals in Chicago, Naperville and Rockford, NIU offers more than 100 areas of study while serving a diverse and international student body.
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