Research Assistant Professor - TENNESSEE TECH UNIVERSITY : Job Details

Position Information Position Information Position Number 893170 Working Title Research Assistant Professor Job Title Assistant Professor Job Type Full-Time Department Center for Energy Systems Research Job Purpose The Center for Energy Systems Research in the College of Engineering at Tennessee Tech University invites applications for a non-tenure-track Research Assistant Professor with expertise in modern power distribution systems modeling and analysis. Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Essential Functions Develop a robust externally funded research program and engage in scholarly activities. Participate in professional service. Minimum Qualifications An earned Ph.D. degree (All-But-Dissertation, ABD, cases will be considered) in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in power engineering, or a closely related field, with a research emphasis on distribution grid modernization; such as but not limited to modeling and design, planning and operations, and microgrids. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong publication record in the area of distribution grid modernization. Potential to collaborate with other faculty in research. Preferred Qualifications Research experience in developing multidomain cosimulation frameworks utilizing real-time simulators, particularly Typhoon HIL, networked microgrids for active distribution system flexibility and resiliency. Proven interdisciplinary research experience on state/federally funded projects. Experience in proposal writing. Compensation and Benefits Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Full-time, nine month, non-tenure track position, renewal up to three (3) years depending on satisfactory performance, to begin on August 1, 2025. Benefits Information Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months. Posting Details Posting Date 10/04/2024 Screening Date 06/01/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants will be required to electronically upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research plan, copy of transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire), and complete contact information for three professional references at the time of application. References will be contacted to submit a reference letter if selected for interview. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.