Assistant Professor or Associate Professor (Electrical Engineering)

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin June 1st, 2026, (Chamorro Standard Time/UTC+10) and continue until the position is filled.

(Note to applicants in the mainland United States: Please be advised that Guam is a day ahead of the mainland United States.)

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General Description

The University of Guam is looking for an individual who is interested in new challenges and opportunities for professional and personal growth. This position calls for someone who is self-motivated and adaptable, intelligent, possesses a global vision and who is interested in working in a dynamic, multicultural institution.

Unit Description

SENG at the University of Guam was established to address the longstanding shortage of local engineers in Guam and throughout the Western Pacific region. It offers a four-year Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE), a program that achieved accreditation from the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) in 2024. SENG also recently established another four-year Bachelor of Science in Construction Management (BSCM) program and plans to launch a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) in Fall 2027. With these three programs, SENG is committed to producing highly competent engineers and providing qualified professionals to Guam, Marianas, and neighboring areas across the Pacific and Asia. SENG now operates in a newly completed building equipped with modern classrooms, advanced laboratories, and dedicated office space for faculty and staff. For more information about SENG and its programs, please visit our website https://www.uog.edu/schools-and-colleges/school-of-engineering/.

Character of Duties

SENG is seeking applications from outstanding candidates with knowledge and experience in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field. This is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Develop and teach undergraduate-level courses in Electrical Engineering;
• Support SENG personnel in BSEE program planning and development activities;
• Engage in professional development, including scholarly and research activities;
• Contribute to the university through service activities such as serving in committees and student advising; and
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with industry partners.

In addition, the candidate should demonstrate the ability to contribute to general learning outcomes in electrical systems, energy, sustainability, and related interdisciplinary areas.

Qualifications

Minimum:

A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or closely related field from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent and at least two (2) years of teaching or combination of teaching and industry experience in the subject matter of this position. Must be willing to teach online.

Preferred:

Demonstrated a strong record of research publications in peer-reviewed journals and a history of securing research grants; Knowledge of, or professional experience working in, remote locations or with Pacific Island populations, with the ability to adapt to and manage unexpected challenges; Experience with ABET accreditation processes and procedures; and Experience working and teaching in online learning programs.

Application Process

Applicants for University of Guam faculty positions must complete an online job application through the UOG’s online employment portal at https://uog.peopleadmin.com. Please have the following documents prepared and ready to upload with your application:

1. Letter of Intent, stating interest
2. Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume
3. Copies of all graduate and undergraduate transcripts
4. Copy of a valid driver’s license

Applicants who are short-listed for an interview will be required to provide a short (approximately 5 minutes) video clip of their lecture or presentation.

Special Instructions for References:

Three (3) current letters of recommendation from persons knowledgeable about your academic and professional performance must be provided by providing a list of at least three (3) references to be contacted on the References section of the online application. Enter each reference by clicking on the “Add References Entry” button. Provide the name, title, email address, mailing address, and telephone number of each reference. A system automated email will be sent to each reference’s email address with a link to attach their reference letter to your application.

Selected candidate must provide official transcripts prior to hire date. For further information, please contact Dr. Ernesto Guades, Chair, Electrical Engineering Search Committee at guadese@triton.uog.edu or the Human Resources Office at uoghro@triton.uog.edu, telephone number, (671) 735-2350 or fax number at (671) 734-6005.