Posting Details
Classification Information
Classification Type
EHRA
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
The Chair of Electrical and Computer Engineering ( ECEN ) serves as
the academic leader and chief administrative officer of the
department. Reporting to the Dean of the College of Engineering,
the Chair leads faculty and staff to advance the department’s
research, teaching, ABET accreditation, and service missions. Key
responsibilities include strategic budget management, faculty
recruitment and mentoring, curriculum advancement, and cultivation
of corporate, donor, and alumni partnerships. The Chair fosters an
environment of research excellence aligned with strategic college
clusters while ensuring graduate competitiveness.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is a
public land-grant, high research activity university enrolling
15,275 students. The College of Engineering, with approximately
2,700 students, offers EAC ABET -accredited undergraduate programs,
9 Master’s programs, and 6 Doctoral programs. The COE’s 5 core
research clusters are Autonomous Systems, Cybersecurity and
Resilience, Energy and Sustainability, Healthcare Applications, and
Complex Systems and Networks. Additional information about the
College and the University can be found at www.ncat.edu/coe.
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering ( ECEN ) is
one of the largest departments in the College of Engineering, with
approximately 500 students enrolled across four degree programs:
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, B.S. in Computer Engineering, M.S.
in Electrical Engineering, and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering. The
department is supported by five permanent full-time professional
staff and 21 full-time faculty members.
Minimum Requirements
- Degree: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent
terminal degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or
a closely related discipline.
Academic Rank: Qualifications commensurate with
appointment at the rank of Full Professor.
Experience: A minimum of six years of demonstrated
excellence in teaching, research, and scholarly activities
consistent with eligibility for appointment as a Full
Professor.
Administrative & Leadership Capabilities: Relevant
administrative experience, with proven abilities in leading,
supporting, and unifying collaborative teams to accomplish complex
tasks on time and within budget.
Scholarly Record: A strong track record of scholarly
publications and sustained extramural research funding.
Interpersonal & Service Orientation: A
service-oriented approach with exceptional interpersonal and
communication skills to motivate and empower faculty, staff, and
students toward shared departmental goals.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- Program Growth & Strategic Partnerships:
Demonstrated success in expanding engineering programs—particularly
doctoral programming—and a proven track record of cultivating
win-win partnerships across academia, industry, and community
stakeholders.
- Research & Grant Management: A robust, active
research portfolio in an electrical or computer engineering
discipline, paired with demonstrated success in grant management
and extramural funding acquisition.
- Curriculum Innovation: Experience in designing and
implementing innovative curricula that integrate learning,
discovery, and student engagement.
- Inclusive Excellence: A strong, demonstrated commitment
to advancing the academic and professional success of historically
underrepresented populations in engineering and fostering an
inclusive departmental culture.
- Leadership & Collaboration: Exceptional
interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative
approach to motivating faculty, staff, and students toward shared
institutional goals.
- Licensure: A Professional Engineering (PE) License is
preferred, though not required.
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state
policies.
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a
critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space
on-site)
Position Information
Working Title
Professor/Chair, Electrical & Computer Engineering
Position Number
001434
Recruitment Salary Range
Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA
Exempt
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track
Yes
FTE
40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
Electrical & Computer Engineering
Organizational Location
College of Engineering
Organizational Unit
Electrical & Computer Engineering
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA3193
Open Date
09/04/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until
Filled
Open Until Filled
Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions
remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept
applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by
this date will receive full consideration, applications received
after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status
of the search
Date Position Available
July 1, 2027
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for
employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu
of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking
Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of
Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during
the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are
subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North
Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal
law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment
eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment
will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T
State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political
affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual
identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees
include the following and more;
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
- NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life
Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
- Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
- and more
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C.
A&T employees are generally required to reside in North
Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty
station.
Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41435
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for
which you are applying.
- NCA&T Website
- UNC System Job Board
- Indeed.com
- NCA&T Employee
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Inside Higher Ed
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
- Other_____________
- If you selected "Other" please provide the name of the resource
here.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy
- Research Statement
- Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
- Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
- Ph.D. - Copy of transcripts
Optional Documents
- Letter of Reference 1
- Letter of Reference 2
- Letter of Reference 3
- Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
(DD-214)
- Other Document
- Statement of Leadership and Management Philosophy
