Assistant Professor, Computer EngineeringArtificial Intelligence

Job Description

Job Description Summary:

Wentworth Institute of Technology is seeking applicants interested in joining the Wentworth community as a n Assistant Professor (though exceptional candidates at higher ranks may be considered) to teach A rtificial Intelligence and programming in the Douglas D. Schumann School of Engineering starting Fall 2026 .

About the Douglas D. Schumann School of Engineering
Wentworth is an institution known as a university of opportunity with a high return on investment for its graduates. Our mission is to empower inspire and innovate through experiential learning and a student-centered approach to education.

The Douglas D. Schumann School of Engineering is the largest academic unit within Wentworth serving approximately 1800 students in eight undergraduate engineering programs: biological biomedical civil computer electrical electromechanical engineering and addition the school has Master of Science degrees in civil mechanical and electrical & computer engineering. Our curriculum provides practical hands-on experience through laboratory-intensive courses.

Our faculty comprises individuals 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:

T he position includes a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary. Benefits are described briefly HR: 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 $89042 and 105114. 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 be determined by 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 a named-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 the provided two-semester salary . This means the annual compensation could reach 1.5 times the provided two-semester salary depending on the availability of summer classes.

Please email Associate Dean Anuja Kamat if you have any questions.

Please complete application by submitting the 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.

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To find out more about the Wentworths commitment to Inclusive Excellence please visit the website 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 .

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