Assistant/Associate/full Professor in Electrical Engineering

Application Deadline:

Open until filled. Review of applications begin January 18,
2027.

Position Details:

This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person.

The Department of Engineering at Texas Christian University (TCU)
invites applications for two full-time faculty positions at the
ranks of Full, Associate, or Assistant Professor (tenure track or
tenured). We seek two exceptional candidates whose research,
teaching and leadership will advance TCU’s new Electrical
Engineering program, which starts in Fall 2027. Preference will be
given to faculty members in the areas of robotics, power systems,
or building systems.

The successful candidates will:

• Conduct teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate

levels.

• Have the ability to obtain and conduct theoretical,

computational, and/or experimental externally funded
research.

• Expand TCU’s reputation in Engineering by building innovative

research and educational programs that address critical
challenges.

• Enhance academic excellence by inspiring and mentoring

undergraduate and graduate students to prepare them to be the next
generation of electrical engineers, innovators, and leaders.

• Help shape the departmental growth and impact.

Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related

field.

• A commitment to teaching, mentorship, and professional

service.

• A record of meaningful contributions to the field of Electrical

Engineering through peer reviewed publications.

Desired Qualifications

• A record of successful federally funded and/or externally funded

research program(s).

• Relevant industrial experience in the field of Electrical

Engineering.

Department Details:

The Department of Engineering in the Davis College of Science &
Engineering currently offers an ABET-accredited undergraduate
program in Engineering, with areas of emphasis in Mechanical and
Electrical Engineering. Beginning in fall 2027, three new
undergraduate programs will be offered: Mechanical Engineering,
Electrical Engineering, and Aerospace Engineering. In addition, a
doctoral program in Mechanical Engineering and an online Systems
Engineering master’s program will also begin in fall 2027. The
department serves approximately 300 students and is supported by 15
dedicated faculty members, each bringing extensive industry
experience and a strong commitment to teaching and student
engagement. Emphasizing experiential learning, the program offers
extensive lab exercises and a yearlong capstone senior design
project, where students develop skills in communication, teamwork,
and system-level thinking while solving real-world engineering
problems.

School/College Description:

The Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering
encompasses 9 departments (Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry,
Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental and Geological
Sciences, Mathematics, Nutritional Sciences, Physics &
Astronomy, and Psychology) as well as the Ranch Management Program,
which offers both an undergraduate degree and a one-year
certificate program. Davis College is also home to the Pre-Health
Professions Institute, the Karyn Purvis Institute for Child
Development, the Institute of Behavioral Research, the Institute
for Environmental Studies, Monnig Meteorite Gallery, and the
Institute for Ranch Management. Davis College is the second largest
at TCU in terms of both undergraduate enrollment and number of
majors. It contains a disproportionate percentage of high-achieving
students, as evidenced by the fact that almost one-half of the
students in the Honors College have majors in The Louise Dilworth
Davis College of Science & Engineering. Research opportunities
abound for undergraduates, with 46 percent of majors engaging in a
substantive experience during which they work one-on-one with their
faculty mentor. Davis College also has five doctoral programs and
16 master’s programs, as well as two graduate certificate programs.
Davis College faculty are true teacher-scholars, for whom
instruction and research are viewed as complementary
activities.

University & Fort Worth Description:

About TCU

Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University is a world-class,
private, Carnegie-classified national research university located
in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by its mission and core values of
integrity, engagement, community, and excellence, TCU consistently
ranks among the top universities and colleges in the United
States.

TCU’s campus — regularly ranked among the nation’s most beautiful —
spans 302 acres in a primarily residential area just minutes from
downtown.

The university comprises nine schools and colleges offering 117
areas of undergraduate study, 62 master’s level programs, and 37
areas of doctoral study. TCU is a leader across several
disciplines, including health care, business, energy, and the arts.
Total enrollment stands at 12,980, including 11,152 undergraduates
and 1,828 graduate students. Students are supported by over 2,200
faculty and staff, including more than 700 full-time faculty
members.

About Fort Worth

Fort Worth blends the approachable charm of a smaller city with the
amenities, cultural energy, and distinctive personality of a major
metro. As the nation’s 11th-largest city, with a rapidly growing
population of more than 1 million, Fort Worth and TCU share a
relationship that spans more than a century — one that continues to
deepen as many Horned Frogs choose to stay after graduation, drawn
by the region’s thriving job market. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth
metropolitan area — the nation’s fourth-largest and a top tourism
destination — Fort Worth earned recognition from U.S. News &
World Report in 2025 as the No. 4 best big city to live in the
United States.

Fort Worth offers an impressive array of cultural, educational, and
entertainment opportunities, anchored by three world-class art
museums — the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort
Worth, and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Bass
Performance Hall stands as one of the premier performance venues in
the country. Throughout the year, residents and visitors alike
enjoy concerts, film festivals, and other cultural events at
Sundance Square, Dickies Arena, Panther Island, and Near Southside
venues.

Required Application Materials & Application
Instructions:

Applications should include:

1. A cover letter outlining your vision for research and teaching
at TCU, specifically addressing departmental goals.

2. A curriculum vitae detailing your academic and professional
accomplishments.

3. A statement of research interests and goals, including how your
work aligns with the positions’ focus areas.

4. A statement on teaching philosophy and mentorship.

5. Contact information for three professional references.

Review of applications begins on January 18, 2027. Applicants are
encouraged to submit application materials by January 18, 2027. The
positions will remain open until filled. For inquiries, please
contact hrtalent@tcu.edu.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community,
and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and
employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes
individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to
making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is
an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment
laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we
are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and
harassment.