Title: NSUF0067 - Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
State Role Title: Associate Professor
Hiring Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Norfolk State University
Location: Norfolk State University
Agency Website: https://www.nsu.edu/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Job Description
The Department of Engineering in The College of Science, Engineering, and Technology at Norfolk State University invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant or Associate professor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at the Assistant or Associate Professor level to begin Fall 2026. A Review of applications will begin on January 20, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. This position opened on December 18, 2025 and there is a five consecutive workdays minimum posting requirement.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will join a cohesive faculty group in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and be responsible for full participation in the management and oversight of undergraduate and graduate research and education program offerings. Faculty responsibilities include graduate and undergraduate course instruction; advising/mentoring undergraduate and graduate students; and participation in departmental activities related to the future growth and direction of Engineering Department programs. Candidates must be prepared to manage a faculty-directed research effort in support of the technical objectives of the Engineering Department.
Overview of the Department
Norfolk State has an emergent focus on semiconductor electronics, artificial intelligence/machine learning, bioengineering, and engineered materials with applications in areas such as biomedicine, advanced signal processing, and space-based technologies. These activities are carried out by interdisciplinary teams that include Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Computer Science faculty. Academic degree programs supported by the Engineering Department include bachelor and Master of Science degree programs in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Master of Science and doctoral degree programs in Materials Science and Engineering, and a Bachelor of Science degree program in Optical Engineering.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
2. Technical publication record related to the electrical engineering discipline.
3. Evidence of the potential to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the Norfolk State University Electrical and Electronics Engineering curriculum.
4. Potential to teach courses supporting departmental tracks in microelectronics, bioengineering or quantum engineering.
Additional Considerations
1. Potential for successful grantsmanship.
2. Candidates should have strong communication skills as demonstrated in written works and the interview process.
3. The ability to conduct research and development activities in areas such as electronic design and analysis (EDA), design of quantum devices and systems or advanced microelectronic devices.
4. The Engineering Department is particularly interested in candidates that can support teaching and research in VLSI and advanced microelectronics design or bioengineering.
5. A record of grantsmanship and funding with federal agencies is also preferred.
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.
1. State of Virginia application.
2. A cover letter of interest outlining research agenda and teaching interests.
3. Current Curriculum Vitae.
4. Philosophy of Teaching.
5. Transcripts of highest degree conferred (unofficial transcripts are accepted; however, official transcripts are required of finalists).
6. Three letters of reference.
Some requirements must be saved into one file and attached as other to the state application.
Questions about this position may be directed to Dr. Patricia F. Mead, Chair, Department of Engineering, 700 Park Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23504, 757(451)-7722, pmead@nsu.edu
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 757-823-8160
Email: Email material not accepted.
In support of the Commonwealth’s 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 800-552-5019.
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.