About UsFor more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.
Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia , Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Kennesaw State is launching a new strategic plan in 2024-2025. For more information, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/ .
LocationOur Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Department InformationThe Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) provides programs that wire students with in-demand technical and professional skills, including electronics, computing, communications, power, sensing, and controls. We offer ABET-accredited Bachelor's degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering, along with a Master's in ECE and a PhD in Interdisciplinary Engineering. Our students are well-grounded with hands-on experience in modern engineering labs integrated with faculty-taught lectures. We help students spark their careers via internships in the technology industry and research with our expert faculty, and amplify students' technical and non-technical skills via leadership in professional societies and collaboration in engineering competition teams.
Join our students and faculty conducting cutting-edge research in the areas of:
- Neuromorphic computing
- Biomedical sensing
- Advanced battery technology
- Smart vehicles and the internet of things
- Artificial intelligence and robotics
- Renewable energy generation and distribution
- Semiconductor materials and devices
- Antenna and electronic design
ECE students code the solutions that shape the future.
Job SummaryKennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position as Clinical Assistant Professor of Innovative Materials in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering with a preferred start date of April 2026. This is a nine-month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia. This position would also serve as the Director of Clean Room Operations, which requires work the entire year (including summer semester).
Responsibilities- Develop, launch, and maintain Kennesaw State University's cleanroom facility (year round). This may include:
- Oversee acquisition, installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of clean room equipment, including space planning and vendor partnerships
- Oversee facility and infrastructure needs and changes, including power, water, and gases
- Oversee scheduling and access management to ensure appropriate use of the facility
- Coordinate cleanroom activities and provide support for research and instructional activities utilizing the cleanroom
- Serve as primary liaison with Environmental Health and Safety and other regulatory bodies
- Provide documentation including safety audits and operational metrics
- Monitor inventory and coordinate procurement and disposal of supplies and consumables
- Develop materials and device fabrication process
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, with an emphasis on materials and device physics, growth, fabrication, and characterization
- Participate in research and teaching using the cleanroom equipment
- Some additional service to Department, College, University and/or professional community may be expected
Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.
Required Qualifications- An earned Terminal/Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline is required at the time of hire.
- Exceptional work experience in clean room operation (5+ years) is required.
Preferred Qualifications- 10+ years of experience with setup, operation, and maintenance of materials growth and lithography tools in a clean room environment, or related equipment.
- Experience in preparing or supporting proposals to external funding agencies and/or administering access for external users.
Required Documents to Attach- CV
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
- Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Apply Before DateReview of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by February 15, 2026.
Contact InformationFor questions about this faculty opening, please contact Department Chair Dr. Benjamin Klein, bklein8@kennesaw.edu .
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USG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment OpportunityKennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Background CheckPer the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf
