Open Rank Faculty, Computer Engineering

Job Description

The School of Engineering at Wentworth Institute of Technology is seeking applicants for an Open-rank position in the Computer Engineering program. Preference will be given to applicants who can also teach in Robotics or Artificial Intelligence (AI), in addition to programming. The position starts in Fall 2026.

Successful candidates should be prepared to teach in both undergraduate and graduate programs.  Please email Associate Dean Anuja Kamat kamata@wit.edu if you have any questions.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Teaching both undergraduate and master’s level Electrical and Computer Engineering courses. 
• Engaging in research and scholarly activity
• Performing service to the university and the profession, which includes academic advising, student engagement, and serving on committees.

Minimum Requirement:: 

• PhD in Computer Engineering or related discipline.

Preferred Requirement:

• Demonstrated teaching experience s

​About the School of Engineering

Wentworth is an institution known as a university of opportunity with a high return on investment for its graduates. Our mission is to empower, inspire, and innovate through experiential learning and a student-centered approach to education.

The School of Engineering is the largest academic unit within Wentworth, serving approximately 1,600 students in eight undergraduate engineering programs: biological, biomedical, civil, computer, electrical, electromechanical, engineering (including robotics), and mechanical. In addition, the school has Master of Science degrees in civil, computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Our curriculum provides practical, hands-on experience through laboratory-intensive courses.

Our faculty comprises individuals from wide-ranging backgrounds and experiences where collaboration is highly encouraged and supported, and our School has no department boundaries.
 

Please complete application by submitting the following attachments:

• Cover Letter – Please ensure your cover letter is your original work and addresses how you and Wentworth are a good fit.
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching Statement – Please ensure your teaching statement is your original work and addresses how you engage students similar to the Wentworth students.
• Research Statement – Please ensure your research statement is your original work and addresses your past research and what you see yourself working on at Wentworth.

Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth

Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth.

To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Inclusive Excellence, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/inclusive-excellence.

All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu.

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