Researcher in Electrical Engineering

Researcher in Electrical Engineering

Appointment Type:

Faculty

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (http://www.ece.iastate.edu/), in the College of Engineering at Iowa State University, invites applications for the position of Research Professor.  This is a 3-year term research faculty position that holds responsibilities primarily contributing to the research mission of the department through scholarly impact and an externally funded research program in all areas of power systems engineering, with particular focus on distribution systems, resilience, microgrids, agrivoltaics, and distributed wind energy.  The responsibilities include mentoring graduate and undergraduate students working on research and design projects.

Term Faculty hold limited-term, full or part-time, renewable appointments that are not eligible for tenure, but have the potential to be reviewed for advancement into senior ranks.  Research faculty must secure extramural funding to fully support their research program and at least 80% but no more than 90% of their salary, with the remainder salary provided by the department.

Successful candidates will have experience that demonstrates exceptional ability or potential to produce scholarship, compete for and secure funding from external sources, and the capability for long-term leadership in their research field. 

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is committed to sustaining a collegial, positive, and productive environment for each individual and for the collective benefit of all. All faculty members are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within department, college, and university activities, interact collegially and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. degree in an engineering discipline

Ph. D. degree

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the US electric power industry.

R&D experience in power systems engineering.

Knowledge of the US Midwestern bulk electric system.

Track record of writing successful grant proposals.

Experience managing research projects.

Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Iowa State University is home to 66 faculty and is associated with 11 research centers and institutes. The department boasts 16 IEEE Fellows, over $18.7M in research expenditures (FY23), and one of the largest ECpE enrollments in the nation.

About Iowa State University and the Ames Community
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive. More than 30,000 students are enrolled and are served by over 6,200 faculty and staff. The College of Engineering consists of eight departments with annual research expenditures exceeding $105 million.

Iowa State University is located in Ames, IA, a progressive community of 66,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the Midwest, and is beaming with community pride and accolades.

Iowa State University and the College of Engineering are responsive to the needs of dual-career couples and are dedicated to work-life balance through an array of flexible work policies.

Department Unit/Website:
 For more information about our department’s engineering programs, go to www.ece.iastate.edu.

Proposed Start Date:

August 16, 2024

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

May 15, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

09 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Application Instructions:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications should be received by July 16, 2024. All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position online at jobs.iastate.edu.

The following documents are required to be submitted in PDF format:

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Letter of Application/Cover Letter that briefly discusses how the candidate meets each of the preferred qualifications
3. Contact information for at least three references, including name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and other pertinent information
4. One-page research statement

Inquiries regarding this position may be directed to James McCalley (jdm@iastate.edu) or Sara K. Harris (skharris@iastate.edu).
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:

July 10, 2024


Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R15067

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