Description
This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position, in the Department of Physics and Engineering. The primary responsibility of this position is to teach upper and lower division undergraduate courses related to Computer/Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Faculty responsibilities are divided into teaching, scholarship, and service. The College’s liberal arts mission emphasizes excellence in undergraduate teaching with all members of the department contributing to a thriving learning community. The Department of Physics and Engineering emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to teaching design methodologies and problem solving that strives to integrate scientific inquiry with engineering ingenuity. The Department values the mentorship of students by faculty and fosters strong ties with students through classroom, laboratory, and research experiences.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Teach discipline-appropriate courses in Computer Engineering and General Engineering along with any Engineering or Computer Science course offerings related to the candidate’s expertise as needed by the department (the teaching load is 21 credits per year)
- Guide and mentor students in the classroom, laboratory, and research
- Build and maintain an active scholarship program that is compatible with undergraduate research opportunities for our students
- Interact professionally and collegially with Fort Lewis College faculty, staff, and students, being a “team player” contributing to the growth and success of our students, the department, and the college
- Perform any assigned duties related to departmental assessment and ABET accreditation, as well as college-level service
- Act as a student recruiting and retention agent
- Hold regular office hours
- Engage authentically with students, the department, and colleagues
- Take responsibility for all grading of student work and submitting grades at the end of each semester
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities
- Maintains knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility including the American with Disabilities Act and Section 508
- Produces and remediates digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Required Education, Specialized Skills and Experience
- Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, from an accredited college or university by August 15, 2026
- Ability to cover courses in some of the following areas: Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence; Computer Architecture; Digital Signal Processing; Software Development; Networking and Security; Embedded Devices (FPGAs and Microcontrollers); Digital VLSI Design; and Robotics/Real-Time Systems
- Proven commitment to, and excellence in undergraduate teaching
- Interest and demonstrated ability to develop an active role in extra-curricular, student-centered activities that broaden the undergraduate academic experience, such as the Partnership for Education and the Advancement of Quantum and nanoSciences (PEAQS), Society of Women Engineers, or Elevate Quantum
- Research area or interests compatible with undergraduate research
- A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities
Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience
- Experience being an instructor of record for undergraduate Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related courses
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor undergraduate research projects
- Experience teaching a diverse student population in backgrounds and academic abilities
- Committed to teaching and mentoring students on interdisciplinary topics
- Competitive faculty candidates should demonstrate how they plan to engage with undergraduate students in their scholarship activities, whether those activities are in research, industry partnerships, or special programs
- Proven willingness to contribute outside of your area of academic expertise
Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility
This position reports to the Chair of the Department
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic)
- Ability to work in a confined area
- Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
- Light to moderate lifting is required
Travel
Less than 5% travel is expected for this position.
Salary
The salary range is $80,500, and a comprehensive benefits package
Application Process
A complete application packet includes:
- Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position
- Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact information for three current, professional references
Application Deadline
Application materials received by 11:59 p.m. on January 4, 2026, will receive full consideration. The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts and pass a background check.
About Fort Lewis College
On a sage-brushed mesa overlooking downtown Durango and the La Plata Mountains, Fort Lewis College is Southwest Colorado’s premier public undergraduate research institution. With more than half of the 3,300 students identifying as people of color, FLC’s academic programming and campus life thrive on nurturing safe, diverse spaces for intellectual exploration and helping people achieve their career goals. A Native American-serving, Non-Tribal Institution, FLC is committed to promoting economic development in neighboring tribal communities and connecting students with the education they need to be the change in the world they want to see. Degree programs span the arts, business, education, health sciences, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Coursework builds on the natural, cultural, and historical resources found around the Four Corners region. Students work closely with faculty on research projects with real-world implications. Like the mountain town it resides in, FLC promotes a culture of work-life balance for students, faculty, and staff. Skyhawks enjoy unparalleled access to a healthy outdoor lifestyle thanks to 300 days of sunshine a year and more than 300 miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Durango.
Notice to Prospective Employees
The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about:
- Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy
- Sexual assault policy
- Campus security policies
- Campus/community resources
- The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment
- Where to find registered sex offender information
- Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years
- Reporting crimes
The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways
- By going to the internet website at: www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport
- Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request. You can reach them at (970) 247-7331.
Equal Opportunity
Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex*, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, see www.fortlewis.edu/CARE.
Discrimination Questions?
Office of Compliance and Community Standards
David Pirrone, Director of Compliance
210 Berndt Hall
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu
Questions about Title IX sex discrimination?
Office of the Title IX Coordinator
Madeleine Gillman, Assistant Director of Compliance and Title IX Coordinator
210 Berndt Hall
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7049 mgillman@fortlewis.edu
Information about Fort Lewis College’s alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Hard copies are available upon request.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education.
ADAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email kpolens@fortlewis.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.
