Tenure Track Faculty Position

Electrical & Computer Engineering Department

College of Engineering

Salary Range: $110,160-$112,356

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Cal Poly Pomona is one of three polytechnic universities in the 23-campus California State University system and among 12 such institutions nationwide. Since its founding in 1938, Cal Poly Pomona students have participated in an integrative experiential learning education that is inclusive, relevant, and values diverse perspectives and experiences. With a variety of degree programs in the arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, and professional disciplines, the university is well known for its learn-by-doing approach and Teacher Scholar Model.

The university is noted for its scenic and historic 1,400-acre campus, which was once the winter ranch of cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg. We acknowledge that Cal Poly Pomona resides on the territorial and homelands of the Tongva and Tataavium people, who are the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar. The university’s nearly 30,000 students are taught and mentored by the campus’s more than 1,400 faculty as part of 54 baccalaureate and 29 master’s degree programs, 11 credential and certificate programs, and a doctorate in educational leadership.

Highly regarded among its peer institutions, Cal Poly Pomona is ranked No. 2 in the U.S. News and World Report’s list of “Regional Public Universities” and was named among the nation’s top schools in Money Magazine’s “Best Colleges in America” earning the maximum 5-star rating. Cal Poly Pomona, a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, stands as a national leader in promoting social mobility, and was placed among the 25 top institutions in the country in awarding bachelor’s degrees to minoritized students by Diverse Issues in Higher Education. In 2022, the campus launched the Black Thriving Initiative, recognizing that Cal Poly Pomona’s future as a university is linked to the success of its Black community. More information about our Principles of Community can be found here. 

The Cal Poly Pomona campus is located less than 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles at the intersection of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. It is within an hour’s drive of beaches, mountains, and deserts. For additional information about the university, please visit www.cpp.edu, and for more about faculty life, please see YourLife@CPP.

Student Population: Cal Poly Pomona is the number one polytechnic university in the nation for student diversity and economic mobility. Our caring and inclusive campus community is committed to helping anyone who dreams of success achieve it. In Fall 2024, Cal Poly Pomona served more than 25,000 students and close to 2,000 graduate students, mostly residents of California. Over half of Cal Poly Pomona students are first-generation college students, 70% receive financial aid, and 42% are low-income students. The university enrolls 57% percent of historically underrepresented students. Our diverse student body identifies as 54% Hispanic/Latinx, 21% Asian, 13% White, 4% two or more races, 3% unknown, 2% African American/Black, 2% International, less than 1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and less than 1% Native American. Forty-five percent of students enroll in our STEM majors and our top five enrolled programs across the university include mechanical engineering, computer science, civil engineering, psychology, as well as finance, real estate, and law.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Pomona complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Cal Poly Pomona is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly Pomona, excellence is built on talent, merit, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

College of Engineering: The College of Engineering’s mission is to prepare students for industry and advanced studies by implementing an inclusive polytechnic philosophy through collaborative teamwork, innovation, entrepreneurship, and professional integrity. The College offers 12 ABET-accredited undergraduate degrees and 7 Master’s degrees to over 6,300 students across seven academic departments that include: Aerospace Engineering, Chemical and Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. The College is nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report and currently ranks 5th among undergraduate engineering programs in non-doctorate-granting public institutions. Additionally, it houses more than 40 student clubs that offer hands-on learning opportunities and have been recognized at several national competitions. We encourage a broad range of applicants who are committed to enhancing a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to an inclusive campus environment.

Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering: The department of Electrical and Computer Engineering offers B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering as well as a B.S. in Computer Engineering; serving a diverse student body of approximately 1,500 students.  The graduate and undergraduate curricula include a large number of laboratories where students experience the practical application of concepts learned in the classroom. Additionally, a capstone senior design project including both design and implementation is required of all undergraduates. The Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering B.S. degrees are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. The primary focus of the ECE degree programs is on students who plan to go to work as engineers immediately after graduation. Thus, the department maintains strong partnerships with industry to enhance educational and professional opportunities. For more information about our degree programs, please visit the ECE department website.

Position description: The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for a position in Electrical Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2026. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and the potential to establish a research program that involves both undergraduate and graduate students. Teaching responsibilities will include both introductory and advanced courses, as well as assisting in curriculum development. The applicant will be expected to advise students; serve on department, college, and university committees; and engage in professional activities. Applicants whose work supports the university’s Learn by Doing philosophy and demonstrates commitment to both the highest standards of professional ethics and to inclusion and equity in higher education are particularly encouraged to apply.

Minimum requirements include: 

• The applicant must have a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university by the date of appointment.  (Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.)
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, staff and faculty from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence.
• Demonstrated commitment to the IEEE code of ethics.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications: 

• Ability to teach a broad range of courses in Electrical Engineering.
• Demonstrated potential for developing innovative lecture and laboratory curricula.
• Teaching experience in an ABET accredited Electrical Engineering program.
• Demonstrated ability to provide hands-on educational experiences.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting the academic mission through university service work.
• Demonstrated commitment to an active research agenda.
• Relevant professional engineering work experience.  This could include industrial experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop an applied research program, including experience with contracts and grants for applied research projects, preferably as a PI or co-PI.
• Demonstrated potential to establish industrial collaborations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Preference will be given, in order, to candidates specializing in Control/Robotics, Power Engineering, Analog and Digital Electronics, High-Frequency Electronics, Communications, and Signals and Systems.

Conditions of Employment:

Background Check: A background check (including a criminal records check) must be satisfactorily completed.  Offers of employment are conditional and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.  Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Out of State Employment: In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. It is also expected that tenure-line faculty establish an on-campus presence to fulfill their responsibilities.

Mandated Reporter: The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Application Process:

Applications accepted only via PageUp—online application portal—for University hires.

Only completed applications will be considered. A completed application will consist of the seven items shown below submitted as distinct and separate documents with different names:

• Cover letter in which you describe your interest in the position, relevant experience, and how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Teaching Philosophy statement (2 page max) that addresses Cal Poly Pomona’s commitment to excellence in education (see above).
• A Teaching and Service Work Statement (2 page max) that separately address (1) the principles, practices, and experiences you would bring to your teaching, (2) curriculum you would like to develop, (3) university service work you envision performing and relevant experience, if applicable;
• Research Statement (2 page max);
• A list of specific Cal Poly Pomona courses that you can teach with minimal preparation and a list of courses that you can teach with some additional preparation. A list of courses can be downloaded: here.  Descriptions of these courses can be found in the Cal Poly Pomona online catalog. Filter them for the prefix ECE to list Electrical and Computer Engineering courses
• Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate, official transcripts will be required of finalists);

Finalists for the position will be required to: 

• be required to provide official transcripts for highest degree before the on-campus interview;
• be required to provide the names and contact information for at least three individuals that can serve as references;

Final candidates being interviewed are expected to make a presentation of creative work and a teaching demonstration to faculty, and also to interact with students.

The position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to completed applications received no later than January 2, 2026.

Applications accepted only via PageUp—online application portal—for University hire.

Please direct inquiries to:

Faculty Search Committee Chair

Dr. Zekeriya Aliyazicioglu

Electrical and Computer Engineering Department

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Email: ecesearch@cpp.edu