Assistant – Associate or Full Professor

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Position Title:

Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Engineering and Engineering Technology

Job Category:

Faculty

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Assistant Professor

Job Duties:

The Engineering and Engineering Technology unit in the School of STEM at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position beginning Fall 2026. UWO is seeking outstanding candidates who can excel in teaching, conduct impactful research, and provide leadership in developing the new Robotics and Autonomous Systems efforts at UWO. This tenure-track faculty position will involve teaching courses in robotics, mechatronics, autonomous systems, AI, and related fields. As a new faculty in this area, the successful candidate will have a tremendous opportunity to shape the program and exert leadership in a collegial and growing department. Candidates with significant teaching and research accomplishments and/or industrial experience may be considered for associate professor rank. We encourage applications from members of groups that are underrepresented in the STEM fields.

A regional comprehensive university committed to the teacher/scholar model; the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is part of the robust Universities of Wisconsin system - one of the largest systems of public higher education in the country. UW Oshkosh proudly serves the northeast Fox valley region in Wisconsin with an annual on- and off-campus enrollment of nearly 10,000. An emphasis in teaching excellence is the hallmark of all Universities of Wisconsin campuses. We are committed to delivering a high-quality education and a strong foundation for those who wish to pursue professional, occupational, and advanced academic degrees. Our students are a mix of traditional and non-traditional age, including many first-generation college students. The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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Key Job Responsibilities:

• Contribute to professional service activities at the department, campus, and national level

• Teach courses as required in the Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology

• Establish an active research program in an area of robotics and biomedical engineering

Department:

School of STEM

Compensation:

Starting at $70,000 and commensurate with experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in electrical engineering or related discipline with a focus on robotics, autonomous systems or Artificial Intelligence, earned by start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of ability to develop and teach courses in robotics, mechatronics, autonomous systems, AI, and related fields.

• At least one semester of teaching experience at the college or university level (as instructor or comparable role).

• Evidence of industrial collaboration, student mentorship or outreach engagement.

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

• Letter of application (i.e. cover letter)

• Brief statement of teaching philosophy

• Brief statement of research or professional development plans

• Curriculum Vitae

• List of 3 professional references who may be contacted for letters of recommendation (at least one from the candidate's current institution)

• Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (official or copy)

*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.  

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

To Ensure Consideration: Applications received by the end of the day on 01/15/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Contact Information:
For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 920-424-1166

Legal Notices:

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.   

CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.   

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.