Position Details Position Information RecruitmentPosting Title Tenure-track faculty positions Electrical and Computer Engineering Department Electrical & Computer Engineer Salary Details 100000 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors including but not limited to the candidates qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks if and when appropriate and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the universitys broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
• Medical • Prescription drug • Dental coverage • Paid vacation • Holidays • Various leave programs • Competitive retirement benefits • Including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options • Employee and dependent educational benefits when applicable • Life insurance coverage • Employee discount programs
Posting Summary Rutgers University-New Brunswicks School of Engineering invites applications for multiple faculty positions across all ranks and areas of expertise. The School of Engineering includes seven academic departments and 10 engineering majors offering exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. We seek outstanding scholars whose work advances one or more of our strategic priority areas:
• Physical and Virtual Infrastructure • Healthcare Technology • Innovations in Energy • Defense and National Security • Experiential Learning and Professional Education
Appointments may be made in one or more engineering departments based on the candidates expertise and interests. While most positions are expected to be at the assistant professor level, tenure-track and teaching consideration will also be given to more senior-level appointments, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering ECE at Rutgers University-New Brunswick invites applications for tenure-track positions in:
• Antenna systems and wireless sensors • Security, especially in information security and AI • AI for domain applications, especially next-generation networking, healthcare, and embodied AI • Quantum communication and sensing
The Department seeks to fill multiple openings in Fall 2026 for full-time academic-year tenure-track faculty appointments. Possible ranks include Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. We invite applications from candidates engaged in cutting-edge research across the breadth of electrical and computer engineering. Evaluation will emphasize the creativity, originality, and potential impact of the candidates scholarly work. We especially welcome applicants in the research areas listed above.
Successful candidates will be expected to teach courses in electrical and computer engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, develop a research program, and secure external funding to support it. They will work in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment and engage in existing and future large-scale collaborative research endeavors.
Position Status Full Time Posting Number 25FA1176 Posting Open Date 11222025 Posting Close Date
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Candidates should hold a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a related field. Candidates with the ability to conduct independent research as evidenced by a strong record of scholarly publications are encouraged to apply. For more senior positions, we seek exceptional candidates with proven track records of publishing impactful work and generating significant external funding.
Certifications Licenses Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin on 01012026 and continue until all positions are filled.
Statement About the Department ECE at Rutgers is home to world-class research programs in wireless networking, information theory, signal processing, machine learning, high-performance computing, computer vision, socially cognizant robotics, cyber-physical systems, nanobio electronics, and cybersecurity and privacy. Faculty honors include membership in the National Academies, 13 IEEE Fellows, 1 AAAS Fellow, 1 NAI Fellow, 1 ACM Fellow, 16 NSF Career Awards, 2 DARPA Young Faculty Awards, 1 ONR Young Investigator Award, and 1 ARO Young Investigator Award.
Excellent facilities are available for collaborative research with local industry through the Schools nationally recognized centers, including the Wireless Information Network Laboratory, WINLAB, the Micro-nanofabrication and Characterization Facility, the Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation, CAIT, and the Rutgers Artificial Intelligence and Data Science RAD Collaboratory. There are also opportunities for collaboration with clinicians at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, RBHS.
Despite a challenging funding environment marked by significant budget constraints, our department has demonstrated remarkable success and resilience in securing competitive research grants.
About the Rutgers School of Engineering Rutgers University-New Brunswicks School of Engineering is home to educational opportunities and innovation, preparing a diverse body of more than 5000 undergraduate and graduate students to solve problems, make meaningful societal advances, lead through innovation, and excel in the global workplace. Ranked among the nations leading engineering programs, the school is centrally located in the Northeast Corridor, amid a powerhouse of industrial, pharmaceutical, high-tech, transportation, and financial industries, offering professional and research opportunities.
With seven academic departments and 10 engineering majors, Rutgers Engineering is also home to 200 highly skilled faculty members and to nationally recognized research in areas such as wireless communication, advanced infrastructure, transportation, pharmaceutical engineering, national security, and energy storage. Learn more at soe.rutgers.edu.
About Rutgers The State University of New Jersey, Rutgers The State University of New Jersey stands among Americas highest-ranked, most diverse public research universities, with main campuses in New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden. The university offers over 150 undergraduate majors and a wide range of graduate, professional, and online programs, with a strong focus on research and innovation. Rutgers is an academic health and research powerhouse and a university of opportunity.
Posting Details Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/263783 Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch RU-New Brunswick City Piscataway State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidates offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk. Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Letter of Application Teaching Philosophy Research Statement List of Professional References Contact Info Optional Documents