Assistant Professor of Computer Engineering

Indiana University Bloomington

Position Overview

Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions in the field of computer engineering. Applicants at the assistant professor rank are sought to serve as members of the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering, with potential appointments in Informatics, Computer Science, or Intelligent Systems Engineering.

These positions support the launch of the new Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering program.

Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Computer Architecture: In-/near-memory or in-/near-storage processing, circuit/technology impacts (3D/chiplets/interposer/wafer-scale), quantum, superconducting, machine learning, edge computing, security/privacy
• Digital Logic Design and VLSI: ASIC/FPGA design for cyber-physical systems, SoC, multi-die architectures, accelerator-based computing, brain-inspired/quantum computing, emerging devices, low-power/reliable design, secure hardware/software
• Operating Systems and Systems Software: OS, file/storage systems, AI/ML systems, distributed/cloud/mobile systems, secure/reliable systems, big data, embedded systems, virtualization, networking
• Analog and Mixed-Signal Electronics: Circuits for AI/ML workloads, analog circuits/data converters, RF/wireless/wireline systems, imagers, MEMS, medical/display circuits, power management, 2.5D/3D integrated circuits, secure computing designs

Expectations:

• Develop independent and externally funded research programs
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate’s area of expertise
• Contribute to growth and success of the computer engineering curriculum

Appointment:

• 10-month appointment, ideally starting August 1, 2026 (start date negotiable)

Responsibilities

• Maintain a robust research portfolio and obtain extramural funding
• Teach and mentor a diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students
• Provide service to the department, school, and university
• Engage actively with the profession and community
• Candidates with a focus on computer engineering are strongly encouraged to apply

Location:

• IU Bloomington campus, Bloomington, Indiana

Basic Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field from an accredited institution
• Demonstrated potential for or evidence of excellence in research, teaching, and service

Application Instructions

Review of applications begins: October 1, 2025
Applications accepted until positions are filled

Materials to include:

• Cover letter (max 3 pages) addressing:
  • Preferred rank (tenure-track, assistant, w/tenure associate, or full professor)
  • Summary of qualifications in research, teaching, and service
  • Interest in Indiana University
• Curriculum Vitae
• Research statement (max 4 pages)
• Teaching statement (max 2 pages)
• Contact information for three professional references
  • Note: Letters will be solicited immediately for tenure-track applicants

Apply here: IU Careers – Computer Engineering Faculty

Contact: faculty1@indiana.edu

Expected start date: August 1, 2026
Posting Number: IU-101328-2025

Supplemental Questions

• How did you hear about this position?
• Are you applying for other positions in the School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering? If so, which?
• Date and institution of PhD completion
• Postdoctoral positions held (if applicable)

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application
• Statement of Research and Teaching

Optional documents may also be submitted.