The Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering (CSEE) at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Computer Engineering. These positions primarily seek candidates in the following areas, with one position in each area:
- Core Computer Engineering: Including, but not limited to, computer architecture, heterogeneous and chiplet-based architectures, next-generation networking, hardware-based trust and privacy support, reconfigurable computing and FPGA-based systems, emerging computing technologies and architectures, and sustainable computing.
- AI Hardware Systems: Including, but not limited to, hardware acceleration for AI/ML, edge and embedded AI, hardware/software co-design for AI, AI-driven and agentic Electronic Design Automation (EDA), energy-efficient/sustainable AI hardware, and neuromorphic and beyond-CMOS computing paradigms for AI.
The CSEE department is research-oriented and multi-disciplinary with programs in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, and Cybersecurity. Our diverse faculty (41 tenure-track and 26 teaching) enjoy collaboration, working across our specializations as well as with colleagues from other STEM, humanities and the arts departments, and external partners. We have more than 2,600 undergraduate CS and CE majors and more than 550 graduate students in our CS, CE, EE, Data Science, and Cybersecurity graduate programs. We have been awarding an average of 18 Ph.D. degrees per year since our establishment in 1986. Our research is supported by a growing and diverse portfolio from government and industrial sponsors with around $8M in yearly research expenditures. We work to help new colleagues be successful by providing competitive startup packages, reduced teaching loads, and active mentoring.
The College of Engineering and Information Technology (COEIT) at UMBC crosses the boundaries of engineering, computing, and information disciplines to develop research and educational programs that engage faculty, students, and staff from all the disciplines. COEIT is deeply committed to the success of all our faculty. We have formal programs including “launch committees” to encourage regular and structured mentorship for faculty to start successfully, mentoring programs to provide support in the longer term, shared services for grant finance support, grant writing and editing support, monthly gatherings in which faculty share lunch and community, and we encourage all of our faculty to participate in the university’s eminent scholar mentor program to build relationships with leaders in the field beyond UMBC. You can read more about these programs and initiatives on our website at https://coeit.umbc.edu.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) community is dedicated to excellence in higher education through an inclusive culture that connects innovative teaching and learning, research across disciplines, and civic engagement. UMBC advances knowledge, economic prosperity, and social justice by welcoming and inspiring inquisitive minds from all backgrounds. Known for Inclusive Excellence, UMBC is a minority-serving institution and Carnegie Classification R1 (very high research activity) public university with an enrollment of approximately 14,000 students. US News & World Report consistently ranks UMBC as a national leader in diversity, innovation, and teaching. The UMBC campus is located on 500 acres in the suburban Baltimore-Washington corridor, which is a hub for public and private innovation and research. The campus’s proximity to Washington, DC offers opportunities to engage in both technology and policy development with governmental agencies and nongovernmental organizations. The bwtech@UMBC Research and Technology Park, a 71-acre community housing over 110 companies engaged in research, entrepreneurship, and economic development is located on the UMBC campus. BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport and regional train stations are a 10-minute drive from campus.
Salary
Salary Ranges commensurate with experience.
Assistant Professor: Min. $120,000 - Max. $140,000
Other components of pay are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.
Benefits
UMBC offers a rich benefits package. Benefits offered align with type of position and may be prorated based on hours per week.
- Paid Leave
- Tuition Remission
- Medical, Prescription and Dental Insurance
- Retirement plans
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities & much more
See benefits summary for detailed information: 9 Month Faculty Benefits Summary
Qualifications
Applicants should have or be completing a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline by the appointment start date, have a strong research record with the potential to develop a funded research program, and have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching aligned with UMBC's mission and vision. Candidates will be expected to build and lead a team of student researchers, obtain external research support, and teach both graduate and undergraduate courses. A background check will be required.
Nondiscrimination statement: UMBC does not make hiring decisions based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University’s nondiscrimination policy. We encourage applications from all candidates who meet the job qualifications and who will contribute to the University’s core value of inclusive excellence through their research, teaching, and service.
Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process should contact UMBC’s Accessibility Manager and ADA Coordinator at 410-455-5745 or slazar@umbc.edu.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter addressing how their work aligns with UMBC's mission and vision including its commitment to inclusive excellence, a statement of research experience and interests, a statement of teaching experience and interests, a CV, and three letters of recommendation to https://apply.interfolio.com/195486. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Please send questions to coeit-hiring@umbc.edu with Computer Engineering tenure-track 2027 hire in the subject line and see http://csee.umbc.edu/jobs for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
UMBC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
