Cornell University, Electrical and Computer Engineering
(posted 2026/01/21, updated 2026/01/12, listed until 2026/02/20)Position Description
The SCHOOL OF ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING at CORNELL
UNIVERSITY, Ithaca, New York, invites applications for an Assistant Teaching
Professor position in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The
successful candidate will be expected to teach courses primarily in computer
engineering subjects with an emphasis on instrumentation and practical
projects. They would also be able to provide laboratory instruction,
create project-intensive courses in digital electronics, and supervise M.Eng.
student projects. The successful candidate will also be comfortable with the
day-to-day operation of a prototyping facility that provides student access to
advanced instrumentation and fabrication tools, such as 3-D printers, PCB
mills, laser cutters, and soldering stations. Being able to identify good
Masters of Engineering projects and to partner with industry or outside
laboratories on potential interactive projects is desirable.
Candidates should be able to teach (instruction as well as
laboratory experiences) comfortably and competently on at least the following
subjects: C and Python programming; digital logic and SoC on FPGA; and
microcontroller systems; operating environments including embedded LINUX and
other operating systems. Teaching competency in other areas relevant to our ECE
curriculum is a plus. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field.
Review of applications will begin immediately.
How to apply and what to submit: The anticipated starting date is 01 July 2026 or as negotiated. Qualified applicants should submit 1) a cover letter briefly summarizing background, qualifications, and interest in the position, 2) a Curriculum Vitae, 3) a teaching statement outlining experience, interests, and goals, and 4) names and contact information for three references. Materials should be submitted online to: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/31507. Applications received by 20 Feb 2026 will be given full consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Inquires may be directed to: Anders Larson, Assistant to the Directors - apl8@cornell.edu.
Pay Ranges: $58,300 - $152,000.
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be
determined considering the following criteria:
●
Prior relevant work or industry experience.
●
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the
position.
●
Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual
salary)
● Unique applicable skills.
Cornell University seeks to meet the
needs of dual career couples, has a Dual Career program, and is a member of the
Upstate New York Higher
Education Recruitment Consortium to assist with dual career searches
including positions available in higher education in the upstate New York area.
For specific questions about the position or application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or for general questions email mycareer@cornell.edu.
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Pay Ranges:
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
- Unique applicable skills.
Application Materials Required:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching statement
- Three references (actual letters acceptable but not required, just names and email addresses )
Further Info:
School of Electrical and Computer Engineering
229 Phillips Hall
Ithaca, NY 14853