Adjunct Faculty, VLSI / Chip Design

Position Description

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Manhattan
University, part of the School of Engineering, focuses on preparing
students for careers in electrical engineering, computer
engineering, and emerging technology fields. Emphasizing hands-on
learning, laboratory experience, faculty mentorship, and practical
engineering design, the department invites applications for an
Adjunct Faculty member to teach an undergraduate or graduate course
in VLSI Design, Digital IC Design, or Chip Design during the Spring
2027 semester. The successful candidate will deliver engaging,
hands-on instruction that prepares students for careers and further
study in semiconductor technology and integrated-circuit
design.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote
position during the Spring 2027 semester. The instructor
must be available to teach the assigned class at the scheduled
campus time and participate in required departmental
activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, engaging instruction in an undergraduate

or graduate course in VLSI Design, Chip Design, Digital IC Design,
or a closely related area.

• Develop and deliver course materials, including lectures,

laboratory activities, assignments, projects, and assessments.

• Introduce students to modern VLSI and integrated-circuit design

methodologies, tools, and industry practices.

• Incorporate practical examples and applications from semi

conduct or technology and chip design.

• Hold scheduled office hours and provide academic guidance and

support to students.

• Evaluate student assignments, projects, examinations, and

laboratory work, providing timely feedback to support student
learning.

• Collaborate with faculty colleagues and participate in

departmental meetings and activities as requested by the department
chair.

• Adhere to Manhattan University's mission, values, academic

policies, and instructional standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree required in Computer Engineering from an

accredited institution.

• Demonstrated knowledge of VLSI, integrated-circuit design, chip

design, or a closely related area.

• Ability to teach effectively in an in-person classroom

environment.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Supplemental Information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Computer Engineering.
• Industry experience in semiconductor, ASIC, FPGA, VLSI, SoC, or

chip design (optional).

• Professional experience using industry-standard EDA tools such

as Cadence, Synopsys, Siemens EDA, or equivalent platforms.

• Experience with Verilog/SystemVerilog, RTL design, synthesis,

verification, or physical design.

• Prior college/university teaching experience.
• Experience supervising hardware design projects, laboratories,

or senior design projects.

• Current professional experience in the semiconductor or

technology industry.

Preferred Course Expertise:

Candidates should be comfortable with some or all of the following
topics:

• CMOS and digital integrated-circuit design.
• VLSI design methodologies.
• ASIC and SoC design.
• Digital logic and RTL design.
• Verilog/SystemVerilog.
• Computer-aided VLSI/EDA tools.
• Logic synthesis and physical design.
• Timing analysis and verification.
• FPGA and digital hardware design.
• Semiconductor fabrication fundamentals.
• Layout and circuit-level design.
• Low-power and high-performance IC design.

Salary Range Based on Experience:

• Instructor $1477.28 per credit
• Assistant Professor $1526.25 per credit
• Associate Professor $1575.65 per credit
• Professor $1625.04 per credit

Applicants should submit:

• Current curriculum vitae/resume.
• Cover letter describing relevant teaching and/or industry

experience.

• Academic transcripts or evidence of degree qualifications.
• Brief description of VLSI/chip-design expertise.
• Teaching experience, if applicable.
• Professional references.