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Posting Number: 20260095F
Position Title: Tenure-Track Faculty in Electrical & Computer Engineering
Position Type: Faculty
Location: Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule: full-time/9-months
Department: 204-Electrical and Computer Engineering
Position Summary: Founded in 1842 and recognized among the nation's best colleges and universities, we are a mission-driven institution inspired by the values of truth, unity, love, and dedication to serving the common good. At Villanova, we believe our people are our most precious asset. That's why we offer a vibrant and collaborative campus environment and invest in our employees through competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support your professional growth, personal well-being, and long-term success.
Benefits include:
Generous paid time off and holidays
Tuition assistance for employees and eligible family members
Professional development opportunities
Retirement savings plan with University contributions
Well-being programs and resources
Flexible work options where appropriate
We invite you to join a community where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference. Learn more about the benefits of working at Villanova on our website.
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at Villanova University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Electrical Engineering
starting in August 2027. Exceptional candidates at higher ranks may also be considered. Candidates with a proven record of research and publications are sought in the broad areas of Electromagnetics and Antennas, with particular emphasis on modern wireless communications and radar systems and applications.
The ECE Department hosts established state-of-the art laboratories in Antennas, Microwaves, Radar, and Wireless Communications, which support innovative and cutting-edge research in microwave and mm-wave communications, radar, and sensing technologies. The antenna measurement facilities include a large compact-range anechoic chamber capable of accurate pattern and gain measurements from 2 GHz to 75 GHz and a near-field test chamber for the frequency range of 750 MHz -12 GHz.
The University is strongly rooted in a sense of community, and the ECE Department and the College of Engineering are deeply committed to
work-life balance. In addition, the University has also established the
Center for Faculty Leadership and Success (CFLS), focused on developing and expanding research-informed leadership development offerings for rising and mid-level academic leaders.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities: - The primary responsibilities include developing and sustaining an internationally recognized research program, collaborating with faculty and staff in the College of Engineering at Villanova and other Institutions, and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses (both in the core curriculum and on their research expertise).
- In addition to teaching existing courses in electromagnetics, antennas and microwaves, the successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses at all levels of the electrical engineering curriculum, develop new courses that align with their area of research, establish an externally sponsored and sustainable research program, advise undergraduate and graduate students and projects.
- Supervise research performed by undergraduate, Master's and/or Ph.D. students.
- Candidates must also participate in departmental, college, and university service as it contributes to the mission and strategic goals.
Minimum Qualifications: - A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.
- A strong record of high-quality publications
Preferred Qualifications: - Previous teaching experience.
- A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and innovation.
- Potential to lead an externally-funded research program
- Experience mentoring others in research such as undergraduate or graduate students.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:Special Message to Applicants: Villanova is a Carnegie-classified doctoral university. From its founding in 1842 to its position today as a nationally recognized leading university, Villanova University has forged a path of academic excellence. The University is in the Philadelphia metropolitan area, home to a large concentration of universities, industries, and government labs.
There is easy access to the Philadelphia International Airport and to nearby cities such as New York and Washington, DC both by highway and by rail. More information about Villanova and its location is available on the Villanova website at
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Villanova University is classified as a Doctoral University by the Carnegie Foundation and ranked 42 among the Best National Universities by the 2027 U.S. News & World Report. Villanova provides a comprehensive education rooted in the liberal arts; a shared commitment to the Augustinian ideals of truth, unity and love; and a community dedicated to service to others. The College of Engineering's success in living up to these ideals has made us one of the most respected engineering programs in the country, and our commitment to those values is evident in our excellent faculty and staff, innovative academic programs, cutting edge research and extensive service opportunities, which leave an impact on the world.
In the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, our 22 full-time faculty members provide a rigorous educational experience for approximately 330 undergraduates and 130 graduate students, developing well-rounded leaders and life-long learners who aspire to achieve professional excellence in whatever field they choose. We are equally committed to the discovery, dissemination, advancement and application of cutting-edge research, as evidenced by our faculty, which includes three NSF CAREER Awards, three IEEE Life Fellows, a recipient of the IEEE Dennis Picard Gold Medal in Radar Technologies and Applications, a winner of the prestigious Humboldt prize, a Fulbright Distinguished Chair, and four IEEE Distinguished Lecturers. Further information about the department can be found at ;/strong>.
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Application packages must include:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Academic Transcripts
- Statements on Teaching Philosophy
- Statement on research interests (specifically detailing how these interests will align with and can potentially complement and enhance our existing research strengths)
- Names and contact information of three references.
Finalists must submit a Statement of Contribution to the University Mission (and enduring commitments)
Posting Date:
10/21/2026
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:
Competitive
Salary Band:
Job Classification:
faculty 