Position DescriptionThe Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas Tech University invites applications for a part-time, 9-month Instructor position in Electrical and Computer Engineering to begin January 16, 2027.
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About the UniversityFounded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
About the CollegeThe Whitacre College of Engineering at Texas Tech University comprises seven academic departments: Electrical and Computer, Chemical, Civil and Environmental & Construction, Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems, Mechanical, Petroleum, and Computer Science. It offers over thirty degree-programs to nearly 6,600 students, including more than 1,300 graduate students. Research funding has seen significant growth, with awards totaling $60 million in 2025. The college's major research strengths include pulsed power and power electronics, microscale and nanoscale devices and semiconductor materials, wind science & engineering, medical imaging, bioengineering, energetics, intelligent software systems, and polymer materials.
About the Department/School/AreaThe Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas Tech University is comprised of 30 tenure-track and tenured faculty members, 11 part-time instructors, and 14 full-time staff. In 2025, the department's faculty were awarded over $23M in research funding. The department's faculty also lead three research centers: Pulsed Power & Power Electronics, Nanophotonics, and NanoTech.
Among the faculty are 5 fellows of the IEEE, American Physical Society (APS), or Institute of Physics (IOP), 3 fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), 3 fellows of the National Association of Inventors (NAI), 1 Fellow of the American Institute for Medical Imaging and Biological Engineering (AIMBE), 3 Paul Whitfield Horn Professors, 7 recipients of the NSF CAREER and/or DoD YIP award, and 5 endowed chair holders.
The department is home to over 960 undergraduate students, complemented by about 140 graduate students. For the 2025-2026 academic year, the department awarded the following degrees: 11 PhD, 32 MS, 91 BS in Electrical Engineering, and 64 BS in Computer Engineering. The department is very fortunate to have total endowments of more than $8.5M for student scholarships. Through 4 semesters of lab courses taught in state-of-the-art laboratories, including the Evelyn M. Davies Undergraduate Lab, the undergraduate students learn real world electrical and computer engineering applications that can be used to further educational goals or in industry.
Major/Essential FunctionsAt Texas Tech University, the Instructor title designates a part-time, non-tenure-acquiring role with primary duties in teaching organized classes and/or instructional labs. In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a dynamic student body, applicants should have experience working with a breadth of student populations at the undergraduate level.
As a faculty member in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, you will be expected to:
- Contribute to the educational success of students in the department by providing instruction for assigned classes: minimum of two during the long semesters (spring/fall) and two per summer semester. Classes will primarily be undergraduate.
- Maintain consistent schedule of office hours outside of assigned class schedule to assist students.
- Coordinate with the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies regarding teaching schedule and availability.
- Perform course learning outcome assessments of classes taught as requested and required for ABET accreditation.
Faculty Qualifications- PhD in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering, to be completed and/or obtained by position start date.
- One year of part-time teaching experience in a college or university setting; experience while a graduate student may count.
- Capability of teaching a broad portfolio of classes.
- Engineering design experience.
Preferred QualificationsIn addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:
- Record of strong academic success with students as evidenced by positive teaching evaluations.
Safety InformationAdherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease include the following documents in your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Statement
- Three (3) Professional References
- List of classes interested in teaching.
Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Tanja Karp, Associate Professor and Interim Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies, Search Committee Chair at
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Pay StatementCompensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
EEO StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
