CL - Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1
Position Title / Rank: Contractually Limited Assistant Professor
Department: Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Position Description:
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) in the College of Engineering at the University of Guelph invites applications for a one-year contractually limited (CL), teaching-focused position at the Assistant Professor level (rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience). This appointment is intended to strengthen instructional capacity and continuity across the required ECE curriculum areas, foundational to accredited engineering program delivery and the development of CEAB graduate attributes. The Department has a strong commitment to high-quality teaching in large, multi-section core offerings and sustained pedagogical consistency across terms.
The instructional areas supported and specific course assignments will be determined by timetabling needs. The successful candidate will teach across a subset of the following instructional clusters:
A. Foundational courses
- Electric circuits and electrical engineering
- Communication systems fundamentals (as aligned with the ECE curriculum)
B. Computer Engineering and Embedded Systems
- Computer organization/architecture and hardware–software interface
- Embedded systems and reconfigurable/FPGA-oriented computing (as appropriate to curriculum needs)
C. Programming and Computational Skills
- Introductory programming and computational problem solving
- Engineering software tools and practices that support upper-year coursework
Given the shared curriculum structure in which students from multiple programs take common core courses, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to engage diverse student cohorts in large, interdisciplinary classes and contribute to consistent learning outcomes across sections and terms.
Teaching load and assignment accounting:
This is a teaching-focused appointment. The successful candidate will normally be assigned six (6) teaching assignments over the appointment period, with their remaining effort devoted to service and curricular contributions supporting program delivery.
Teaching-assignment definition (multi-section counting): For workload purposes, each scheduled section taught by the candidate is counted as one (1) teaching assignment. Therefore, where a course is offered in multiple sections, and the candidate is assigned to teach more than one section, each section is counted separately toward the six (6) teaching assignments.
Service contributions may include (as appropriate): instructional planning, course coordination activities that support consistency across sections, participation in teaching initiatives, contributions to continuous improvement of core curriculum delivery, and service committees within the department or the college level.
Qualifications
Applicants who have obtained Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in ECE and earned a doctorate (PhD) in Engineering by the start date of the appointment are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an excellent teaching track record and evidence of effective instruction in settings such as large lectures, laboratories, tutorials, workshops, and design- or project-based learning environments, as relevant. University-level teaching experience (beyond a teaching assistant role) is preferred. Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario (or another Canadian province or territory), or clear eligibility for registration, is considered an asset.
Teaching dossier requirements
To provide evidence of excellence in teaching and pedagogical inquiry, applicants should submit a teaching dossier that includes:
- A statement describing teaching philosophy, approach, interests, and experience across relevant pedagogical settings (e.g., classroom, active learning, laboratory, tutorials, workshops, small-group and individual mentorship)
- Evidence of successful teaching (e.g., peer evaluations, teaching awards, unsolicited student feedback, or other appropriate indicators)
- Identify the instructional areas (from clusters A, B, and C, listed above) in which the candidate is qualified and willing to teach (can select more than one), stating if applicable i) any prior experience teaching large and/or multi-section courses, and ii) readiness to contribute to consistent delivery across multiple sections and terms.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)
EDI is considered essential to academic excellence in the ECE Department, College of Engineering, and University of Guelph. Applicants must submit a statement demonstrating their commitment to EDI in teaching and learning.
Term and Appointment
The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of a Contractually Limited Assistant Professor, initiating their employment with the University with a term of one (1) year in accordance with the UGFA Collective Agreement, Article 19. A Letter of Appointment outlining more specific responsibilities will be provided.
The University of Guelph
The University of Guelph resides on the traditional lands and territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and Huron Wendat. These lands are now home to a rich diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. We offer our respect and gratitude to our Indigenous neighbours and affirm our responsibility to realize our commitments to reconciliation through ongoing action. We are guided in this work by Bi-Naagward | It Comes into View, the Indigenous Initiatives Strategy.
The University of Guelph is the third largest employer in Guelph, a city of over 144,000 people, located about an hour drive west of Toronto, Ontario. University of Guelph is a top-ranked comprehensive university in Canada with an enrolment of more than 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students across more than 40 academic units. The University is known for its commitment to student learning, innovative research, and collaboration with world-class partners. It is a unique place, with transformative research and teaching and a distinctive campus culture. People who learn and work here are shaped and inspired by a shared purpose: To Improve Life. Reflecting that shared purpose in every experience connected to our university positions us to create positive change, here and around the world. Our University community shares a profound sense of social responsibility, a drive for international development, and an obligation to address global issues.
College of Engineering
The College of Engineering at the University of Guelph has accredited undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Biological Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering Systems and Computing, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Water Resources Engineering, and is developing new programs in Civil, Electrical and Mechatronics Engineering. The College of Engineering is a collegial, inclusive, and welcoming environment that values diversity and wellness among our members as key ingredients in our collective success.
Salary Range
Contractually-Limited Assistant Professor: $110,000 - $120,0000
Application Process
If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page to be considered as an internal applicant. SuccessFactors: Career Opportunities (sapsf.com)
Assessment of applications will begin on June 8, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should create an account on https://careers.uoguelph.ca/ and apply under the correct requisition ID corresponding to the position of interest, as follows:
CL – Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (Req. ID 2447)
Applicants should submit the following materials (in an integrated single PDF file):
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Teaching dossier
- Statement regarding equity, diversity, and inclusion
- [Optional] Statement of research interests aligned with a teaching-focused role
- Contact information for three referees
Applications should be sent to the attention of:
Dr. Ahmed Refaey Hussein
ECE Interim Department Chair
College of Engineering
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON N1G 2W1
For further inquiries about the position, please contact the ECE Interim Department Chair, Dr. Ahmed Refaey Hussein, ecchair@uoguelph.ca.
Questions about the application process may be directed to the Department Administrative Assistant, Piyali Mukerjee Roy, at aaei@uoguelph.ca.
Date Posted: May 12, 2026
Deadline: June 7, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is found.
This position is represented by the University of Guelph Faculty Association (UGFA).
The University of Guelph commits to fostering inclusive excellence through promoting Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Inclusion is a core pillar of Our Time, our strategic plan, which pledges to “transform our human resources, governance and student services and practices across the University to enable us to recruit a diverse student, faculty and staff body and support them in achieving their personal, professional and scholarly goals.” The University commits to creating and maintaining “equitable work environments that empower us in our pursuit of student, faculty and staff success, research excellence, innovation and impact.”
The University of Guelph invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We strongly welcome and encourage applications from members of designated groups in employment, including Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons.
The University of Guelph recognizes that career paths can be diverse and career interruptions may occur. We encourage applicants to note in their applications whether they would like considerations given to the impact of any circumstances, such as (but not limited to) those due to health and/or family reasons, that may have affected an applicant’s record of achievement. You are not required to disclose these circumstances in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these circumstances do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
The University of Guelph is committed to ensuring all applicants have fair and equitable participation in the hiring process. If you anticipate needing medical accommodations during the recruitment or selection processes, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting Occupational Health and Wellness at 519-824-4120 x52674. If you have any questions regarding accommodations or accessibility during the hiring process or for more information and support, please visit the University’s Occupational Health and Wellness or contact OHW at ohw@uoguelph.ca.