Assistant Professor - Electrical Engineering Technology

Location:

Farmingdale, NY

Category:

Faculty

Job Type:

Full-time

Posted On:

Tue Oct 20 2026

Job Description:

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology at Farmingdale State College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, beginning in Fall 2027\. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, with the ability to develop and deliver courses across the full spectrum of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology. Teaching responsibilities will be primarily at the undergraduate level, with the potential to include graduate level courses.

The department offers multiple areas of specialization, including Radio Frequency (RF) Technology. Faculty with expertise in RF and microwave systems will have access to a newly established RF/Microwave laboratory featuring state-of-the-art equipment, including C-Band and Ka-Band network analyzers, power meters, and spectrum analyzers, supporting both innovative instruction and applied research opportunities.

All faculty members at Farmingdale State College have three workload components: teaching, research and scholarly activity, and service. Candidates should have a research agenda that complements their area of academic specialty resulting in peer-reviewed publications, which are necessary for promotion and tenure at Farmingdale State College. We are also interested in candidates with a history of, or interest in, pursuing external funding for their research. The successful candidate will demonstrate an interest and high level of competence in teaching. The service component of the workload includes student advising and participation on committees.

Candidates must possess outstanding written and oral communication skills, and must be committed to the continuous improvement process and outcome-based assessment of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology programs to maintain ABET accreditation.

Teaching assignments may include both day and evening classes, as well as possible online and/or hybrid course engagement.

The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:

• Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.
• Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.
• Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• An earned Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered, provided the doctorate is conferred by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct scholarship in Electrical or Computer Engineering or a closely related field.
• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industrial or academic experience in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field.
• College level teaching experience in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Prior experience in course and/or program development

Additional Information

This is a 10-month UUP faculty position.

• For the first 10 working days, beginning Tuesday, October 20, 2026, and ending Monday, November 2, 2026, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.
• CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled, with priority consideration given to applications received by Wednesday, November 18, 2026\.
• SALARY: $85,000 \+ $4,150 in downstate location pay \= $89,150 Total Compensation. Salary may increase commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• ANTICIPATED START DATE: Fall semester 2027

The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.

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Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.

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