DEPARTMENT of ENGINEERING

Instructor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

POSITION:  The College of Science, Engineering, and Technology invites applications for an instructor position in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

RESPONSIBILITIES:   The Department of Engineering is accepting applications for full-time instructor to be hired for the Spring 2027 semester. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses and laboratories in Electrical and Optical Engineering. The maximum teaching load is four courses per semester. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching in-person courses, participating in data collection for student learning and program evaluation, and participating in department faculty and staff meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Minimum qualifications include a master of science or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. Candidates should have prior experience teaching undergraduate coursework, and/or supporting Electrical Engineering laboratory activities. Candidates are encouraged to demonstrate strong communication skill through their application materials.

Preferred qualifications include an ability to teach undergraduate-level Electrical Engineering courses in systems science, including control systems, communications systems, and signals and systems, embedded systems, or microcontrollers.  Prior experience administering online instruction is also preferred.

SALARY/RANK:  Instructor rank with salary commensurate with experience.

EFFECTIVE DATE:  The position start date is January 10, 2027.

NSU Teaching Philosophy for Underrepresented Populations:  Norfolk State University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for all students, regardless of background. Candidates must include a statement that reflects their philosophy and experience working with initiatives or with students and communities from underrepresented populations.

EEO STATEMENT:  NSU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

About Engineering at Norfolk State University: Norfolk State University is a Historically Black University located in the city of Norfolk, Virginia.  The Norfolk State campus enrollment is approximately 5,500 students, and the campus has a rich tradition of undergraduate teaching and research.  Academic degree programs supported by the Engineering Department include bachelor of science degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, bachelor of science degree in Optical Engineering, and master of science degree in Electronics Engineering. Norfolk State is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply: Required documentation includes a letter of interest outlining your qualifications and related experience, a statement of your teaching philosophy, a current curriculum vita, and three letters of reference.  Questions about this position announcement may be directed to Dr. Nazmul Islam, Chair, Department of Engineering, 700 Park Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23504, 757-823-2697, nislam@nsu.edu.

Salary up to $41,125 (For Spring 2027 semester only)

Special Instructions:

You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Candidates may show interest by submitting via online, the following:

1. A letter of interest (via cover letter).
2. A current resume (via resume).
3. Completed Application via Workday
4. Transcripts of highest degree conferred (unofficial transcripts accepted, however, official transcripts are required of finalist) (via transcripts).
5. Names and contact information for three job references (include with resume).

Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Workday Human Capital Management System (HCM). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or résumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position.

Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to University employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Contact Information:

Name: Office of Human Resources

Phone: 757-823-8160

Email: NO EMAILED DOCUMENTS ACCEPTED

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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