Assistant Professor, Computer Engineering/Artificial Intelligence
$89,042 - $105,114 / year
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Job Description
Job Description
Job Description Summary:Wentworth Institute of Technology is seeking applicants interested in joining the Wentworth communityasanAssistant Professor(though exceptional candidates at higher ranks may be considered)to teachArtificial Intelligence and programmingin theDouglas D. SchumannSchool of EngineeringstartingFall 2026.
About theDouglas D. SchumannSchool of EngineeringWentworth is an institution known as a university of opportunity with a highreturn on investmentfor its graduates. Our mission is to empower, inspire,and innovate through experiential learning and a student-centered approach to education.TheDouglas D. SchumannSchool of Engineering is the largest academic unit within Wentworth, serving approximately 1,800 students in eight undergraduate engineering programs: biological, biomedical, civil, computer, electrical, electromechanical, engineering, and mechanical. In addition, the school hasMasterof Sciencedegreesin civil,mechanical, andelectrical&computerengineering.Our curriculum provides practical, hands-on experience through laboratory-intensive courses.Our facultycomprisesindividuals from wide-ranging backgrounds and experiences,where collaboration is highly encouraged and supported, and our School has no department boundaries. Another point of pride is that our faculty members include those with significant industrial, consulting, entrepreneurial, and project management experience.
Required Qualifications:
Doctoral degree
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in Computer Engineering
3 years of relative experience
Position Details:
The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary. Benefits are described briefly HR:https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth
At this time, the university is unable to sponsor applicants for H-1B visas.
It is expected that the salary range for this position is between $89,042 and 105,114. The low end of the pay range in all faculty searches is at the minimum salary for the rank per the collective bargaining agreement between Wentworth Institute of Technology and the Wentworth Faculty Federation, Local 2403, AFT MA, AFL-CIO (the “Faculty Federation” or “Federation”). The specific pay for this position will bedeterminedby the University based on consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment. The range does not include any salary stipend from anamed-professorship. Note that these are two semester equivalent salaries.
This position comes with a 10% retirement contribution (no matching) according to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Wentworth Faculty Federation.
Wentworth uses a three-semester per year schedule. The faculty contracts are for two semesters (fall and spring) with optional summer teaching, which is paid on a prorated basis of theprovided two-semester salary. This means the annual compensation could reach 1.5 times theprovided two-semester salary, depending on the availability of summer classes.
Please email Associate Dean Anuja Kamatkamata@wit.eduif you have any questions.
Please complete application bysubmittingthe following attachments:
Cover Letter
Curriculum vitae
Compensation and Benefits
Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices. We believe that clarity about pay structures and ranges supports equity, fosters trust, and ensures a positive workplace for all employees.
Please visit here to see the comprehensive benefits package offered to support the best experience for our employees. https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth
Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth
Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth.
To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Inclusive Excellence, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/inclusive-excellence.
All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu.
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