Employment
Thank you for your interest in Boston University. With a dynamic and diverse workforce, a great benefits package, social and cultural events, and the stability of a successful institution that has grown steadily since 1839, Boston University offers excellent opportunities for personal and career growth to all of its employees. Below is a listing of current faculty and staff openings in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering. For more information on employment at Boston University, you can also visit the Human Resources webpage.
Faculty Positions
Posted September 2009 – open until otherwise noted — The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) at Boston University (BU) is seeking candidates for several anticipated faculty positions at all ranks in signals and systems, communications, computer systems and networks, photonics, solid-state devices and nanostructures, and related areas. The Department is seeking to foster growth in the broad, interdisciplinary topics of energy, health, and communications; candidates with research interests that transcend the traditional boundaries of ECE are strongly encouraged to apply.
ECE at BU is a world-class, progressive department with excellent resources that is steadily gaining national and international prominence for its exceptional research and education record. ECE is part of BU’s rapidly growing and innovative College of Engineering, and currently consists of approximately 45 faculty members, 200 graduate students, and 200 undergraduates. Outstanding collaboration opportunities are available with nationally recognized medical centers and universities/colleges, nearby research centers, and industry throughout the Boston area. Joint appointments with other BU departments and with the newly formed Divisions of Materials Science & Engineering and Systems Engineering are also possible.
Qualified candidates must possess a relevant, earned PhD, and have a demonstrable ability to teach effectively and develop funded programs in their area of expertise that will contribute to the tradition of excellence in research characteristic of the ECE Department. Self-motivated individuals who thrive on challenge and are eager to utilize their expertise to strengthen an ambitious program of departmental growth are desired. Women, minorities, and candidates from other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Beyond its research and academic activities, BU has a lively, urban campus situated along the banks of the Charles River in Boston’s historic Fenway-Kenmore neighborhood. The campus and surrounding areas offer limitless opportunities for recreational activities, from world-class art and performances to sporting events and fine dining.
Applicants should send their curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research plans, and three reference letters to:
Professor Franco Cerrina, ChairDepartment of Electrical & Computer Engineering
Boston University
8 Saint Mary’s Street
Room 324
Boston, MA 02215
Materials may also be sent in PDF format via email to the Assistant to the Chair.
Boston University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
To download this job advertisement as a printable flyer, please click here.
Staff Positions
All staff (administrative and technical) positions are hired through the Boston University Office of Human Resources.
Student Positions
The Department of Electrical & Computer engineering sponsors a number of Graduate Research Assistant (RA) and General Teaching Fellowship (GTF) positions each year. RA postions are normally funded through an individual faculty member who should be contacted for the availability of a position in the area of his/her research. GTF Positions are normally funded through the Department and the Associate Chair for Graduate Studies should be contacted for the availability of such positions. Students who are seeking RA and GTF positions may also inquire through the Academic Programs Administrator for availability.
Undergraduate and graduate students within the Department may also be hired to fill hourly positions such as grader, lab assistant, lab monitor, teaching assistant, and Undergraduate Teaching Fellowship (UTF) positions. Undergraduate students may also be eligible for the Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP) and the Supplemental Undergraduate Research Funds Program (ENG-SURF).
Post-doctoral posts (Research Associates) and sabbatical/visiting scientist positions are funded through faculty sponsors who should be contacted for the availability of such positions.
All other inquiries should be directed through the ECE Office.