Tenure Track Position, Open Rank, Computer Engineering

The newly formed Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at High Point University welcomed its first freshman class in fall 2019. The faculty have responsibility for the delivery of academic programs in accordance with departmental, school and university strategic plans; the faculty coordinate departmental activity with the activities of other units in the School and the University and assists in the development and implementation of School and Department initiatives, including ABET accreditation of the new programs. This position will report to the Chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.

We seek a creative, dynamic individual to play a critical role in the development of innovative, active learning classes and laboratories, and to contribute to ABET accreditation for the Computer Engineering program.  Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering or a closely related field.

The successful candidate should have demonstrated promise of excellence in teaching, a record of scholarly achievement, an entrepreneurial spirit and an interest in working with highly motivated undergraduate students. While it is anticipated that this position will be filled at the Assistant Professor level, highly qualified applicants will be considered for higher ranks. Rank will be commensurate with experience. The success of our undergraduate students is our primary focus.

All applicants must submit a single attachment with the following sections:

• A letter of interest addressing the required qualifications and responsibilities
• A current CV
• A statement of teaching philosophy
• A statement of research interests
• Unofficial transcripts of graduate and undergraduate education
• Names and contact information for three professional recommendations

Any questions related to this position should be sent to Dr. Claire L. McCullough, Founding Chair of Electrical and Computer Engineering, cmccullo@highpoint.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Start date for the position is January 2022.

At High Point University the faculty and staff are devoted to ensuring every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people.  High Point University is a God, family and country school.

High Point University does not sponsor H1-B Visas.  High Point University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses.  The University considers a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core component of our mission and encourages all applicants to apply.