JOB SUMMARY:

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at Saginaw Valley State University invites a diverse pool of applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin July 1, 2026.   Duties include teaching a spectrum of undergraduate electrical engineering courses, mentoring of undergraduate students, and participation in departmental, college, and university service.

ECE Department

The ECE Department offers two degree options: an ABET-accredited BS in Electrical Engineering and a new BS in Computer Engineering.  The faculty have a strong record of engaging undergraduate students through hands-on experiences, in the classroom, laboratory, and field.   Department resources include facilities for undergraduate research and teaching, an engineering student computer laboratory, and a dedicated senior design project space.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Ph.D. (or ABD) in electrical engineering or a closely-related field is required, with expertise in Computer Systems and/or Electronic Communication and Networking highly desirable.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions.
• All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan.

The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job.  It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.  The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Application materials must include the following documents: (1) cover letter describing your interest in the position, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement of teaching philosophy highlighting your vision of undergraduate engagement, and (4) contact information for at least three professional references.

Inquiries regarding this position should be directed to the ECE Department Chair, Dr. Russell Clark [rclark@svsu.edu]. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

About Saginaw Valley State University

About SVSU:Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For eight consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” (2016-2023).SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels. More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housin...g that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2023). SVSU fields 19 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.

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