Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Computer Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in Fall 2020. We are seeking candidates in computer engineering with expertise in security or privacy in cyber-physical systems, but outstanding candidates in all areas of Computer Engineering will be considered. This include but not limited to computer systems or architecture, networking, artificial intelligence, and embedded system designs. A doctorate in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or closely related field is required at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program, to interact with other faculty in our college, and to teach and develop undergraduate and graduate computer engineering courses.

The Department of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Rhode Island offers programs leading to the BS, MS, and PhD degrees. The interdisciplinary nature of our Department will provide the new faculty member with opportunities to interact with a broad range of colleagues. Our new (opening Sept. 2019) 180,000+ square foot engineering building will provide an excellent environment for interdisciplinary research collaborations.

The University of Rhode Island is a comprehensive doctoral research, Land Grant, Sea Grant and Urban Grant University. The College of Engineering offers innovative undergraduate and graduate programs, stresses links between diverse fields of inquiry, and values outreach, scholarship, and laboratory-based learning. The University of Rhode Island is a medium-sized public university located near the southern end of the state in picturesque New England. The main campus is located in Kingston, an established, family-friendly, small community only five miles from Narragansett Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Rhode Island’s proximity to the ocean moderates its weather compared to other New England States. The region offers excellent outdoor recreational activities, good public-school systems, and ready access by car or public transportation to Providence, Boston, New Haven, and the New York City metropolitan areas and airports.

Required Qualifications

1. An earned doctorate in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field at the time of appointment.
2. Demonstrated ability to teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
3. Demonstrated record of scholarly achievement as evidenced by either publications, and/or presentation, or awards.
4. Demonstrated evidence working with diverse groups (not limited to race, ethnicity, and gender).
5. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
6. Demonstrated proficiency in oral communication skills.
7. Interested in working on security and privacy issues of cyber-physical systems.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Research in general areas of cyber-physical system security
2. Research in core areas of computer engineering, such as computer systems, networking, artificial intelligence, and embedded system design.
3. Ability to teach computer engineering courses in both undergraduate and graduate level.
4. Research publications in professional journals and conferences.

First consideration will be given to applications received by 12/01/2019.  Second consideration may be given to applications received by 12/31/2019. The anticipated start is Fall 2020; salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants should submit the following:(1) a cover letter; (2) a complete curriculum vitae including the full contact information for at least three professional references; (3) a narrative, limited to two pages, describing your research and how it relates to the required qualifications; (4) a narrative, limited to one page, describing your teaching background, philosophy, and preferences, including existing courses in our department that you could teach and new courses you might develop. To be considered an applicant, you must apply on-line at https://jobs.uri.edu. Additional information is available at the URI Department of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering web sitehttps://web.uri.edu/ecbe/. Questions about the position can be forwarded to the Chair of the Search Committee, Yan Lindsay Sun <yansun@uri.edu>.

We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a diverse University community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from diverse backgrounds tosucceed. We are committed to building a multicultural work force and strongly encourage women, racial/ethnic/gender minorities, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans to apply. The University of Rhode Island is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.