Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering

Job Description:

About the Department

Seattle Pacific University’s Electrical Engineering is housed in the Technology Division of the College of Business and Technology. We seek to prepare diverse students to collaboratively solve complex engineering and computing challenges with competence, integrity, and humility to reach their potential and to serve God and society.

The Technology Division offers B.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and General Engineering, as well as Computer Science and Data Science. Engineering faculty serve these programs. The Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and General Engineering programs are ABET accredited. (As a new program, the Biomedical Engineering program is not yet eligible for ABET accreditation.)

What We Need

Seattle Pacific University seeks applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering in the College of Business and Technology, beginning September 1, 2026, with a possibility of moving to tenure-track in the future.

Exceptional candidates with outstanding qualifications and experience may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor.

The teaching load is approximately 33 quarter credits per academic year, primarily undergraduate courses in engineering and computer science, with advising of undergraduates and supervision of undergraduate research projects. Faculty are expected to establish and maintain a program of research/scholarship and to participate actively in the life of the program, division, college, and university.

We are building a learning community rooted in Christian faith that values excellent teaching, student mentoring, and learning from one another across differences.

What You’ll Do

• Teach undergraduate courses in engineering and possibly also computer science.

• Advise students in academic progress, vocational discernment, and career pathways.

• Maintain an active research and/or creative agenda, presenting and publishing as appropriate.

• Participate in departmental, divisional, college, and university service.

What You Bring

Required:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field (ABD considered).
• Strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate education.
• Mission Alignment: A personal commitment to Christian faith; enthusiasm for supporting SPU’s mission; alignment with the University’s Statement of Faith; and willingness to uphold the lifestyle standards of our Christian community.

Preferred:

• Candidates in any specialization will be considered. To complement current faculty interests, specialization in power and/or electronics is preferred.

• Versatility to teach introductory courses across multiple areas of engineering and computer science.

• Experience working with diverse populations.

• Industry experience is valued, but not required.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: Salary starts at $80,000 - $85,000, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and assigned rank.

Faculty salaries at Seattle Pacific University are based on nationally-normed, regionally-adjusted CUPA-HR data and determined by education and relevant experience.

SPU provides a generous benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for the employee.

• HSA/HRA contributions for eligible employees.

• A 7% retirement contribution with immediate vesting (as eligible).

• Tuition discount program for employees and qualified dependents.

How to Apply

Only applications submitted through SPU’s online Workday portal will be considered.

As you complete the application, please prepare to complete or upload the following in Workday:

• Resume/CV (include in upload section)

• Cover Letter (include in upload section)

• A narrative of research trajectory (include in upload section)

• A faith statement of approximately one page and a teaching philosophy statement of approximately one page will be requested as a part of the application questionnaire

• Other supporting documents when possible (e.g., a representative syllabus; copies of teaching evaluations; one or more recent publications, include in upload section)

• References may be requested at a later date.

Application Review: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Priority Application Date: March 8, 2026  All open faculty positions subject to final funding approval.

Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including those with experience engaging first-generation students, students of color, and others from historically underrepresented communities.

Inquiries may be sent to:

Melani Plett, PhD

Professor & Division Lead, Division of Technology

College of Business & Technology
mplett@spu.edu 

Additional Information:

Additional Information

We look forward to learning how your gifts, commitments, and passions will support and enrich our students and community.