Assistant Professor Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology

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Title: Assistant Professor - Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology

State Role Title:Assistant Professor

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Virginia State University

Location:Virginia State University

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Virginia State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology (ELET) Program. This role is essential to the continued development of the ELET program and supports the universitys mission of academic excellence student success and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate courses in Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology including both lower and upper division.

Support curriculum development and laboratory instruction in areas such as:
- Power and energy systems
- Control systems
- Circuit analysis
- Digital electronics
- Microprocessors and embedded systems
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- Hardware and software programming

Engage in scholarly research and seek external funding through grant proposals.

Collaborate with faculty across engineering disciplines and contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives.

Develop industry partnerships and engage with professional organizations.

Support ABET SACS and ATMAE accreditation and continuous improvement processes.

Mentor students and contribute to capstone projects and experiential learning.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.

Demonstrated industry experience in electrical or electronics engineering.

Strong background in power energy and control systems.

Experience in teaching research or technical leadership at the university or industry level.

Commitment to student success and working with diverse populations.

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.







*Virginia State University requires that faculty be appropriately credentialed to teach assigned courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. VSU demonstrates compliance with its Faculty Credentialing Policy #2301 for all applicable education experience licensure and certification requirements in the selection and hiring of its faculty.

Additional Considerations

Preferred Qualifications:

Smart grid system micro grid renewable energy systems power system protection.

Familiarity with ABET accreditation standards and academic program assessment.

Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary research and innovation.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You must include:

1. A current resume/c.v. and a letter of interest in your application.
2. Three (3) letters of recommendation.
3. Official transcripts will be required before hire.

Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants without regard to age color disability gender national origin political affiliation genetic information race religion sexual orientation sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities women individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY: Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed e-mailed and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume or manually listed in the Relevant Work History section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application therefore it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application or a state application lacking in detail may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.

The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment if applicable.

Employment-based visa sponsorship at Virginia State University (VSU) is not guaranteed and will be evaluated carefully on a case-by-case basis. Federal law does not require employers to provide immigration sponsorship and VSU is not obligated to offer it. Employment at VSU does not permit an individual to work in the United States unless the appropriate employment authorization has been obtained and verified in accordance with federal immigration compliance requirements.

Contact Information

Name: Dominique M. Fisher

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.