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The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Department at the University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant or associate level with specialization in electric power and energy systems, including but not limited to renewable and alternative energy systems, energy storage and battery systems, power electronics, power system protection and control, microgrids, and their integration at all power levels from remote isolated microgrids to bulk power systems.
As an ECE faculty, you will engage with traditional and non-traditional students, supporting their educational growth, leading to their graduation and productive future careers. You will teach both standard courses and specialty courses at the undergraduate and graduate level with the opportunity to develop new courses related to your research area. With support from the college and your colleagues, you will develop new self-directed externally funded research projects, engaging students and forming collaborations with the Alaska Center for Energy and Power (https://www.uaf.edu/acep/), the Institute of Northern Engineering (https://ine.uaf.edu/), and/or other faculty at UAF.
The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department is a small but vibrant community of faculty and students in the College of Engineering and Mines at UAF. They perform an eclectic mix of research from remote power and renewable energy systems, to embedded systems, satellite communications, RF and optical remote sensing, and unmanned aeronautical systems.
We are seeking a highly qualified individual with a strong background in engineering, specializing in electric power and energy systems. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a relevant discipline and has an exceptional research record, demonstrated by high-quality publications. A passion for the engineering of electric power and energy systems, particularly renewable and alternative energy systems, and their integration from microgrids to large-scale power systems is essential.
The successful candidate will have proven experience in university-level teaching, a passion for student engagement, and the ability to lead innovative research projects. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset, are key to this role.
To thrive in this role, you must enjoy interacting with a diverse student body, be self-directed and have excellent time management skills.
It is desired for applicants to have experience in electric power and energy systems with applications to microgrids at all power levels from remote isolated grids to bulk power systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
BS degree in electrical engineering.
MS degree in electrical engineering with applications in electric power engineering.
PhD in electrical engineering, electric power engineering, renewable energy engineering, or a closely related field.
Position Details:
This position is located on the Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks Alaska. This is a full-time, exempt faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Salary is negotiable on education and experience.
Applications will be accepted for review on December 5, 2024, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on DAY BEFORE REVIEW December 4, 2024.
Applicant Instructions:
Please submit CV/Resume
Cover Letter
Teaching Statement (3 Page limit)
Research Statement (3 page limit)
List of 3 professional references with contact information to include email and phone number
To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click HERE.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Kenna Metivier, Signers' Business Office Assistant HR Manager at kjmetivier@alaska.edu or 907-474-1847
This position is represented by United Academics-AAUP/AFT (UNAC). https://unitedacademicsak.org/
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
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