Professor of Practice in Systems Engineering
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Salary$105k – $115k
LocationWorcester
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentElectrical & Computer Engineering Department
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedAug 27, 2026 · 2mo ago
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Earned Ph.D. in Systems Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Strong research experience in systems engineering areas (systems thinking, system modeling, complex systems, risk management, system safety, security and reliability)
Ability to contribute to the teaching mission of the department, especially for the graduate degree programs in Systems Engineering
Record of excellence in scholarship evidenced by publications
Commitment to advancing a research program
Benefits
Retirement match
Wellness perks
Tuition assistance
JOB TITLE
About the role
Professor of Practice in Systems Engineering
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Electrical & Computer Engineering Department
DIVISION NAME
About the company
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks applicants for a Professor of Practice position in the Systems Engineering Program. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position designed for individuals who bring substantial, current professional or industry expertise into the classroom and project advising. This position emphasizes high-quality teaching and project advising, practice-oriented education, and contributions grounded in real-world professional experience.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position include teaching primarily online, asynchronous graduate courses, conducting research, and advising students at the M.S. and Ph.D. levels with research closely coupled with industry applications. Additional responsibilities include actively participating in committee assignments and other service activities that connect the Systems Engineering Program to the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department as well as the rest of the campus.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Systems Engineering offers courses and degrees at the graduate level including a certificate of Systems Engineering, an M.S. of Systems Engineering, an M.S. of Systems Engineering Leadership, and a Ph.D. of Systems Engineering.
Requirements
An earned Ph.D. in Systems Engineering or a related engineering discipline is required. Candidates should have strong research experience in the general areas of systems engineering, but not limited to: systems thinking, system modeling, complex systems, risk management, system safety, security and reliability. Candidates must be able to contribute to the teaching mission of the department, especially for the graduate degree programs in Systems Engineering. A record of excellence in scholarship evidenced by publications, as appropriate for the candidate’s experience, and a commitment to advancing a research program is desired.
Founded in 1865, WPI is one of the nation’s first technological universities known for its innovative project-based education. WPI’s reputation as a rigorous and innovative university rests on the shoulders of its faculty. A highly selective, private technological university and one of the nation’s first, WPI believes that when great minds work together, great advances follow. At WPI the boundaries to multidisciplinary collaboration are low. Faculty members, students, and other partners work together on real-world projects and purposeful research that are the hallmarks of the WPI experience. Located one hour west of Boston, the university’s campus is in Worcester, Massachusetts, a thriving 21st century college city recognized as a growing hub of scientific and technological innovation.
Hiring process
Qualified applicants should submit (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a statement of research interests, (3) a statement of teaching interests, (4) a cover letter, and (5) names and contact information of at least three references. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Benefits
Salary: $105,000 - $115,000 per year. Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity. WPI’s benefits package includes a robust retirement match, wellness perks, tuition assistance and more!
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.