Faculty Professor Assistant - Full-Time

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for the position of tenure-stream assistant professor in the field of electric power engineering from highly qualified candidates.

Although all specializations of electric power engineering will be considered, the candidate should have expertise in one or more of the following areas: electric grids, electric machines and drives for electric vehicles, power electronics, aerospace systems, aviation, semiconductor components, or magnetic designs for electric power applications.  Candidates should have experience and a strong vision for building research programs with industrial engagement and be ready to contribute to the activities of the Energy Grid Institute at the Energy Innovation Center (EIC) in Pittsburgh. In the EIC, Pitt is the lead tenant for one of the nation’s most innovative facilities for research in electric power.

The expected start date for this position is September 1, 2024. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in electrical engineering or a related area.   The candidate must be fully qualified and ready to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in electrical and computer engineering.  In addition to existing courses in electric power engineering, the candidate should be enthusiastic about developing new education experiences and curricula for the department.

Founded in 1787, Pitt is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in the nation and is located in one of the most beautiful, family-friendly, affordable, and vibrant of the major US cities. The ECE Department at Pitt dates back to 1893 when it was created by two engineering legends, George Westinghouse and Reginald Fessenden, and for 130 years it has excelled in education, research, and service. Today, Pitt-ECE features innovative undergraduate and graduate programs and world-class research centers and labs, combining theory with practice at the nexus of electrical and computer engineering, for our students to learn, develop, and lead lives of impact. Pitt-ECE is experiencing major growth and achievement in both its academic and research programs, with many new faculty members hired in the past five years.

Pitt-ECE is home to the Energy GRID Institute and the NSF Center for Space, High-performance, and Resilient Computing (SHREC). It is a leading partner in the Pitt Center for Energy (CfE) and the Petersen Institute of NanoScience and Engineering (PINSE). ECE faculty members benefit from strong collaborations with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) and School of Medicine, Pittsburgh Quantum Institute (PQI), Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC), Pitt Center for Research Computing (CRC), Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation (MCSI), and many dozens of industry and government partners in the region and beyond, including many in the field of electric power. Dating back to the pioneering days of George Westinghouse and Nikola Tesla, Pittsburgh is historically known as the birthplace of electricity innovation.

Pitt-ECE offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in electrical and computer engineering. Enrollment consists of about 500 undergraduate and 200 graduate students. The SSOE recently completed a $100 million renovation and redesign of Benedum Engineering Hall (BEH), home of Pitt-ECE, with state-of-the-art teaching and research labs. As part of its growth, Pitt-ECE has additional space in Schenley Place, a new research building within walking distance of BEH, and the EIC building in downtown Pittsburgh, both major hubs for industry and university collaboration.

Interested applicants should apply to requisition number 24000867 at Pitt Talent Center by visiting https://www.join.pitt.edu . The following material should be submitted: (1) a cover letter, (2) a complete CV (including funding record, if applicable), (3) a research statement, (4) a teaching statement, and (5) a statement describing experience with or interest in activities to enhance diversity, inclusion, and equity, and (6) names and complete contact information of at least three references.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore, early submission is highly encouraged.

Cover letter

Complete CV (including funding record, if applicable)

Research statement

Teaching statement

Statement describing experience with or interest in activities to enhance diversity, inclusion, and equity

Names and complete contact information of at least three references.

Interested applicants should apply to requisition number 24000867 at Pitt Talent Center by visiting https://www.join.pitt.edu . The following material should be submitted: (1) cover letter, (2) complete CV (including funding record, if applicable), (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement, and (5) statement describing experience with or interest in activities to enhance diversity, inclusion, and equity, and (6) names and complete contact information of at least three references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore, early submission is highly encouraged.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

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