"Assistant Professor in Computer Engineering [Tenure Track]"

Position Summary

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position, in the Department of Physics and Engineering. The primary responsibility of this position is to teach upper and lower division undergraduate courses related to Computer/Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Faculty responsibilities are divided into teaching, scholarship, and service. The College’s liberal arts mission emphasizes excellence in undergraduate teaching with all members of the department contributing to a thriving learning community. The Department of Physics and Engineering emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to teaching design methodologies and problem solving that strives to integrate scientific inquiry with engineering ingenuity. The Department values the mentorship of students by faculty and fosters strong ties with students through classroom, laboratory, and research experiences.

Job Description

Job Summary

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position, in the Department of Physics and Engineering. The primary responsibility of this position is to teach upper and lower division undergraduate courses related to Computer/Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Faculty responsibilities are divided into teaching, scholarship, and service. The College’s liberal arts mission emphasizes excellence in undergraduate teaching with all members of the department contributing to a thriving learning community. The Department of Physics and Engineering emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to teaching design methodologies and problem solving that strives to integrate scientific inquiry with engineering ingenuity. The Department values the mentorship of students by faculty and fosters strong ties with students through classroom, laboratory, and research experiences.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Teach discipline-appropriate courses in Computer Engineering and General Engineering along with any Engineering or Computer Science course offerings related to the candidate’s expertise as needed by the department (the teaching load is 21 credits per year)
• Guide and mentor students in the classroom, laboratory, and research
• Build and maintain an active scholarship program that is compatible with undergraduate research opportunities for our students
• Interact professionally and collegially with Fort Lewis College faculty, staff, and students, being a “team player” contributing to the growth and success of our students, the department, and the college
• Perform any assigned duties related to departmental assessment and ABET accreditation, as well as college-level service
• Act as a student recruiting and retention agent
• Hold regular office hours
• Engage authentically with students, the department, and colleagues
• Take responsibility for all grading of student work and submitting grades at the end of each semester
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities
• Maintains knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility including the American with Disabilities Act and Section 508.
• Produces and remediates digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Education, Specialized Skills and Experience

• Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, from an accredited college or university by August 15, 2026
• Ability to cover courses in some of the following areas: Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence; Computer Architecture; Digital Signal Processing; Software Development; Networking and Security; Embedded Devices (FPGAs and Microcontrollers); Digital VLSI Design; and Robotics/Real-Time Systems.
• Proven commitment to, and excellence in undergraduate teaching
• Interest and demonstrated ability to develop an active role in extra-curricular, student-centered activities that broaden the undergraduate academic experience, such as the Partnership for Education and the Advancement of Quantum and nanoSciences (PEAQS), Society of Women Engineers, or Elevate Quantum
• Research area or interests compatible with undergraduate research
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience

• Experience being an instructor of record for undergraduate Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related courses
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor undergraduate research projects
• Experience teaching a diverse student population in backgrounds and academic abilities
• Committed to teaching and mentoring students on interdisciplinary topics
• Competitive faculty candidates should demonstrate how they plan to engage with undergraduate students in their scholarship activities, whether those activities are in research, industry partnerships, or special programs
• Proven willingness to contribute outside of your area of academic expertise

Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility

This position reports to the Chair of the Department

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).
• Ability to work in a confined area.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Light to moderate lifting is required

Travel

Less than 5% travel is expected for this position.

FLSA Status/ Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Tenure-Track Faculty
• Exempt
• Full Time, FTE 1.0.
• Permanent
• 9 Month Position (During academic year). Work hours are dependent on the needs of the position.

Salary

The salary range is $80,500, and a comprehensive benefits package

Application Process

A complete application packet includes:

• Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position
• Curriculum Vitae
• Names and contact information for three current, professional references

Application Deadline

Application materials received by 11:59 p.m. on January 4, 2026, will receive full consideration.

The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts and pass a background check.

About Fort Lewis College

On a sage-brushed mesa overlooking downtown Durango and the La Plata Mountains, Fort Lewis College is Southwest Colorado’s premier public undergraduate research institution. With more than half of the 3,300 students identifying as people of color, FLC’s academic programming and campus life thrive on nurturing safe, diverse spaces for intellectual exploration and helping people achieve their career goals. A Native American-serving, Non-Tribal Institution, FLC is committed to promoting economic development in neighboring tribal communities and connecting students with the education they need to be the change in the world they want to see. Degree programs span the arts, business, education, health sciences, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Coursework builds on the natural, cultural, and historical resources found around the Four Corners region. Students work closely with faculty on research projects with real-world implications. Like the mountain town it resides in, FLC promotes a culture of work-life balance for students, faculty, and staff. Skyhawks enjoy unparalleled access to a healthy outdoor lifestyle thanks to 300 days of sunshine a year and more than 300 miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Durango