Assistant​/Associate​/Full Professor - Power Systems

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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Power Systems
University of Connecticut

Posted Feb 13
• Full-time
• Connecticut
• Negotiable

The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Department and Eversource Energy Center (EEC) at the University of Connecticut solicit applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Associate or Full Professor level. Strong applicants at the Assistant Professor level will also be considered. The position has an expected start date of August 23, 2026. The successful candidate will advance education and research in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department with a particular emphasis on power systems engineering or related specialties and lead EEC’s research programs in the area of grid modernization.

• Develop and sustain an internationally recognized and externally funded research program in power systems engineering.
• Be a nationally or internationally recognized researcher, scholar, and teacher; contribute significantly to power systems engineering.
• Share a deep commitment to effective instruction at undergraduate and graduate levels; develop innovative courses; mentor students in research, outreach, and professional development.
• Enhance inclusion and broaden participation among under-represented groups; integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; provide leadership in pedagogical techniques for diverse learning styles.
• Contribute to the ECE Department’s academic, research, and outreach mission and to the EEC.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses that meet curricular needs and participate in the EEC Grid Modernization Graduate Certificate program.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Provide service and leadership to the University of Connecticut, external academic and scientific communities, and the general public.

• Completion of all requirements for a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field by the time of the appointment. Equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable.
• Research credentials in Electrical and Computer Engineering, specifically in power system engineering.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence in undergraduate and graduate courses in ECE.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated success in original research and publication of that work in archival journals.
• Experience with oral presentations at national or international scientific meetings.
• Established significant research programs with a track record of external funding and leadership as PI of large grants.

• Research credentials that complement existing faculty expertise.
• Experience in collaboration with industry.

This is a 9-month tenure-track position with an expected start date of August 23, 2026. The successful candidate’s primary academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus, with the possibility of work at UConn's regional campuses across the state. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications.

Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

Please apply online to UConn Jobs at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Faculty & Staff Openings, Search #499428 to upload the following additional application materials:

• A cover letter
• Curriculum Vita
• A three- to five-page research plan (innovative concepts that will form the basis of an academic career, experience in proposal development, mentorship of students, etc.)
• A two-to-three-page teaching plan (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, concepts for new course development, etc.)
• Commitment to diversity statement (including broadening participation, integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and research, and pedagogical techniques to meet the needs of diverse learning styles, etc.)
• Four letters of reference

Direct inquiries to brandy.ciraldo.

This position will be filled subject to budgetary approval. This job position is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 P.M. Eastern Time on March 15, 2026.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at .

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.

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