Computer Engineering – Assistant Professor

Memorial University

We invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position in computer engineering at the assistant professor level in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, commencing April 1, 2022 or earliest thereafter.

Demonstrated proficiency or experience in the areas of computer architecture and digital system design or a related area will be given priority, although other areas in computer software and hardware may also be considered. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and an earned doctorate in computer engineering or a related discipline. The position is subject to budgetary approval.

The successful candidate will participate in the academic programs of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, including teaching undergraduate courses, developing undergraduate laboratories, supervising graduate students, teaching courses in graduate programs, and other educational, scholarly and professional activities. The successful candidate will be expected to seek out research funding sources, build an effective research program and team, and, as appropriate, collaborate with partners in industry, government and academia. An ability to teach a broad range of computer engineering courses is an asset. The successful candidate is expected to register as a professional engineer in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Department values diversity among its faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and other under-represented groups.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering has a well-established, nationally and internationally recognized co-operative education undergraduate program. Its graduate studies and research programs are vibrant and innovative. For information on the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, please visit www.mun.ca/engineering/ece.

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Applicants must use the appropriate reference code to identify the position, and include the following: cover letter indicating citizenship and residency status; curriculum vitae; names of three referees; two-page statement of teaching and research interests; and copies of three relevant technical publications. Please submit your application as a single document to:

Dr. Cheng Li, Head
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John’s, NL Canada, A1B 3X5
Email: engr.ece@mun.ca

REFERENCE # F03956-2019-18

Deadline extended:  Please submit your application is March 28, 2022.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities/racialized people; and people with disabilities.

As part of Memorial University’s commitment to employment equity, all applicants are invited to identify themselves as a member of a target group(s) (women; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; and people with disabilities) as appropriate. Applicants cannot be considered as a member of a target group(s) unless they complete an employment equity survey. If you do not receive a survey or have any questions, please contact equity@mun.ca