Description

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Utah seeks faculty candidates who can be world-class leaders in areas at the crossroads of Next Generation Electronics, Circuits, Architectures and Design Automation for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and applications. The department intends for fill one opening for a tenure-track Assistant Professor level, although exceptional candidates will be considered at other ranks. The department has an established research record in many of these areas, and are focused on further strengthening the expertise towards AI applications. 

Areas of interest include but are not limited to:

•       VLSI circuits and architectures for next generation AI applications, including hardware accelerators
•       Testing, Design-for-Test and Verification of AI hardware
•       Use of AI techniques in synthesis, test and verification of digital and analog systems
•       CMOS & post-CMOS electronics and integrated optical technologies for AI systems
•       Devices, Circuits and architectures that address the massive data transfer (memory wall) challenges in AI systems of the future

Exceptional candidates with expertise in related areas, as well as outstanding candidates in any area, are encouraged to apply. Candidates must have a demonstrated track record of high-impact research as evidenced by scholarly publications, and must exhibit strong potential (assistant rank) or an established record (higher rank) of extramural funding and teaching effectiveness. Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. with research experience in these or closely aligned fields. Candidates with industrial experience are also encouraged to apply. Evidence should be provided of accomplishments and experiences that have prepared the applicant for diverse constituents in research, teaching and service. Candidates are expected to establish an independent extramurally supported research program, conduct collaborative research, be engaged in service activities, and teach electrical and computer engineering courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. 

All candidates must have strong aptitude for effective teaching in core and specialized areas of our curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Faculty responsibilities include developing and maintaining an internationally recognized research program, effective classroom teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and service within the University and within professional communities. 

Applicants should apply online at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/193791.  Please include a CV, names and contact information for at least three professional references, a research statement, a teaching statement, and the cover letter.  Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and will be accepted until the position is filled, preferably in Spring 2026. Applicants must hold a PhD in ECE or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment.

The Department has been growing steadily in the past two decades, has a strong focus on world-class research, and currently has >40 faculty members and >115 doctoral students enrolled. Current ECE faculty members have founded or co-founded several successful companies; the University has been consistently ranked as one of the top schools for startup creation. The Salt Lake City metro area is a global and diverse (by any social metric) metropolitan city with 1.2 million residents and an easy-access international airport.  The metro area and state of Utah more broadly boast an outstanding quality of life, are comparatively affordable, and offer unparalleled access to world-class recreation and natural beauty.  Come join us!