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Assistant Teaching Professor - Electrical and Computer Engineering

University of Colorado

Colorado Springs, CO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$69,000–$77,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Academic Research, Advertising Agencies, C Programming Language, Calculators, College Level Faculty, Computer Engineering, Digital Circuit Design, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Graphic Design, Higher Education, Microprocessor, Online Courses, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Robotics, Systems/Internals Programming, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Verilog Hardware Description Language
LOCATION
Colorado Springs, CO
POSTED
30+ days ago
Assistant Teaching Professor - Electrical and Computer Engineering


University of Colorado Colorado Springs


Assistant Teaching Professor - Electrical and Computer Engineering - 38303 Faculty


Description

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position


Assistant Teaching Professor - Electrical and Computer Engineering


College of Engineering and Applied Science


Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!


Who We Are


The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6765696&targetURL=https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs) (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking an Assistant Teaching Professor to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.


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Salary Range : $ 69,000 - $77,000 per academic year. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.


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Summary


The Assistant Teaching Professor will teach undergraduate courses and labs including but not limited to: Introduction to Robotics, Logic Circuits I & II, Microcomputer/Microprocessor Systems, C Programming, Signals and Systems, Circuits and Systems, Physical Electronics, etc. Assistant Teaching Professors with appropriate professional experience or a Ph.D. may teach higher level courses. This position does not allow research during the academic year. Visit https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6765696&targetURL=Logic Circuits I & II, Microcomputer/Microprocessor Systems, C Programming, Signals and Systems, Circuits and Systems, Physical Electronics, etc. Assistant Teaching Professors with appropriate professional experience or a Ph.D. may teach higher level courses. This position does not allow research during the academic year. Visit here (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6765696&targetURL=https://eas.uccs.edu/departments/electrical-computer-engineering) to learn more about the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department and academic programs.


Other activities may include:


+ Curriculum development including the development of new courses.

+ Guiding undergraduate students in independent studies.

+ Developing and teaching distance courses.

+ Advising undergraduate majors.

+ Participating in departmental committees and meetings.

+ Other as assigned by the Chair.


Essential Functions


The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:


+ Teaching (80%)

+ This is equivalent to 8 courses (24 semester hours) per academic year.

+ This position will primarily teach first- and second-year undergraduate courses, fundamentals of signals, digital design and microprocessor/microcomputer design. Other classes may be assigned as needed.

+ Classes may be in-person, online, or hybrid.

+ Service (20%)

+ Engage in service activities to support the University, city, state, region, nation and/or professional associations.


Tentative Search Timeline


+ Priority will be given to applications submitted by: February 8, 2026.

+ Potential interview dates: weeks of March 2 (initial) and March 30 (final), 2026.

+ Potential start date: August 17, 2026.


CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.


In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.


Qualifications


+ To be considered for this role, you must possess an MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and have at least four months of teaching experience (lecture) as instructor of record or the equivalent in a US academic setting. Knowledge of Verilog (hardware description language) programming is required evidenced in transcript.

+ The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, multi-year teaching experience (lecture & lab) at the college level, and experience with delivery of online courses. Multi-year experience in digital system design using Verilog is preferred.


Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications submitted by February 8, 2026 will receive full consideration. Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 38303). Official transcripts will be required upon hire. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6765696&targetURL=cucareershelp@cu.edu) . Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Unofficial transcript(s), Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your CV includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume/CV. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy). 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses reasons for applying, and particularly how your experience meets the minimum criteria. 3. Unofficial transcripts 4. Summary of your teaching experience including courses taught. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.


Job Category : Faculty


Primary Location : Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40043 - EAS-Electrical Engineering


Schedule : Full-time


Posting Date : Dec 2, 2025


Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Les Tekamp Posting Contact Email: ltekamp@uccs.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6765696&targetURL=ltekamp@uccs.edu) Position Number: 00724638


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