Assistant Professor (Electrical Engineering)

Carbondale • Carbondale, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering invites applications for a continuing, 100% tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Electrical Engineering. Priority will be given to applicants with exceptional potential for externally funded research in power systems. The anticipated start date is August 10, 2027. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The position is represented by the SIU Carbondale Faculty Association/IEA-NEA.

The successful candidate will establish and conduct an active research program, publish in peer-reviewed journals, and pursue competitive external funding. They will teach required undergraduate Electrical Engineering courses and develop and teach advanced courses in power systems and other emerging areas aligned with the School’s priorities and growth. The position also includes supervising doctoral and master’s students and providing School, University, and professional service.

The School is housed within the College of Engineering, Computing, Technology, and Mathematics and has teaching and research infrastructure. It offers undergraduate degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Biomedical Engineering, as well as graduate degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering and Biomedical Engineering. The School provides support and opportunities for new faculty development.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, a research statement, a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, and contact information for three references. Reference letters may be requested directly from referees later in the process.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field by the time of appointment. ABD candidates may be considered if all degree requirements will be completed by August 10, 2027.
• An established record of outstanding-quality research publications in power systems.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Exceptional potential for externally funded research in power systems.

Responsibilities

• Establish and conduct an active research program.
• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Acquire competitive external research funding.
• Effectively teach required undergraduate courses in the Electrical Engineering curriculum.
• Develop and teach advanced courses in power systems and other emerging areas aligned with the School’s priorities and growth.
• Supervise doctoral and master’s students.
• Provide School, University, and professional service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree