Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (AI Engineering)

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (AI Engineering)

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM Engineering - School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (Shuangqing Wei (00007502))

   

Work Location:

3330H Patrick F. Taylor Hall

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

The Division of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at Louisiana State University (LSU) invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level in Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) for Artificial Intelligence with an emphasis on low-power, energy-efficient, and secure architectures for intelligent systems. As part of LSU ECE’s strategic growth in AI hardware, autonomy, digital systems, and industrial innovation, the successful candidate will join a vibrant and expanding program at the state’s flagship university.

Job Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for developing and sustaining a nationally and internationally recognized research program in Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) for Artificial Intelligence with an emphasis on low-power, energy-efficient, and secure architectures for intelligent systems while also teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in electrical engineering courses, with priority to courses aligning with expertise. This includes supervising and mentoring postdoctoral scholars, graduate, and undergraduate students. The incumbent is also expected to publish impactful research and disseminate results in high-quality journals and premier conferences, to collaborate with across disciplines and engage with industry, national laboratories, and government agencies, and to contribute to service at the Division, College, University, and the professional levels. 

50% Teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels in areas of electrical engineering courses, with priority to courses aligning with expertise. Supervise and advise graduate and undergraduate students, and supervise postdoctoral researchers. 

50% Develop and sustain a nationally and internationally recognized research program in the areas of VLSI, circuits, and hardware systems for AI. Publish research in highly ranked journals and conference proceedings. Collaborate with industry, national laboratories, and government agencies. Participate in University service, including committee activities.

Assistant Professor Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field.

-Applicants who are all but dissertation (ABD) and will complete the Ph.D. by the time of appointment will be considered.

-Demonstrated potential for establishing an independent, externally funded research program in VLSI for AI or related areas.

-Strong potential for high-quality teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Associate Professor Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field and 4 years of experience beyond Ph.D.

-A strong record of peer-reviewed publications and sustained external research funding.

-Demonstrated leadership in collaborative or interdisciplinary projects and evidence of effective teaching and graduate student supervision.
-Recognition at the national level for contributions to the field of VLSI, circuits, or AI hardware.

-Commitment to mentoring junior faculty and advancing the division’s strategic goals.

Full Professor Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field and 8 years of experience beyond Ph.D.

-A distinguished international reputation for scholarly excellence and impact.

-Proven track record of sustained research funding, high-impact publications, and technology transfer or industrial collaboration.

-Demonstrated academic leadership in shaping research programs, mentoring faculty, and advancing education.

-Evidence of significant contributions to professional societies or national initiatives in the field.

Additional Information

• Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
• Start Date: August 2026 (negotiable)
• Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Application Review: Application review will start as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled.
• Campus interviews will be conducted in Baton Rouge prior to any offer.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Campus interviews will be conducted in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, prior to an offer being extended. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Application review will start as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled.

Please include your cover letter, CV, research and teaching philosophy statements (4 pages maximum), contact information of 3 professional references, and any other supporting documentation in your application. Official transcripts required prior to hire.

For questions regarding this position, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Shahab Mehraeen, at [email protected].

   

Posting Date:

January 7, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

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