Assistant Professor

The Mike Wiegers Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Kansas State University invites applications for tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the field of electric power and energy systems.

  • 519334
  • Manhattan
  • Electrical & Computer Engr
  • Academic / Faculty - 9 month
  • Opening on: Mar 10 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

The Mike Wiegers Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (www.ece.ksu.edu) at Kansas State University invites applications for tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the field of electric power and energy systems. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in electrical engineering, a strong publication record, passion for research and teaching excellence, potential to develop a vigorous extramurally-funded research program, and willingness to participate in collaborative and interdisciplinary research. The selected candidate will conduct cutting-edge research that would lead to robust systems for providing secure and resilient delivery of electricity. The candidate will be expected to collaborate with faculty members within the department and outside to address emerging challenges related to the integration of various energy resources and innovative devices both at the transmission and distribution level to align with the university and college priorities of sustainability and infrastructure resiliency.

About Us

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, as one of eight departments within the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, has 19 faculty members and approximately 500 undergraduate and graduate students. The department is located in the new Engineering Hall equipped with the state-of-the-art research laboratories, classrooms, and office spaces. The department has strong research programs in power systems, power electronics, electronics, wireless communications, network engineering, and biomedical engineering. More information may be found at http://ece.k-state.edu/.

The Carl R. Ice College of Engineering is committed to driving innovation through quality education in academic and applied learning experiences to prepare the next generation of technological leaders. As a premier institution, our mission is to educate and empower our students to address the challenges of a rapidly changing world. It is the most comprehensive engineering college in Kansas, with over 3100 undergraduate and graduate students.

Kansas State University, with its enrollment of approximately 20,000 students, is designated a Carnegie R1 (Very High Research Activity) Institution. The College of Engineering is located on the main KSU campus in Manhattan, KS. Manhattan is a family-friendly and safe community of 50,000 nestled in the scenic Flint Hills of Northeast Kansas. Manhattan offers affordable housing, outstanding schools, excellent parks and recreational facilities, an engaging cultural environment, and short commute times. 

Why Join us?

  • Be a part of our robust research environment with access to cutting-edge computing and hardware-in-the-loop simulation infrastructure.
  • Join our power systems research team providing cross-department and cross-college connections and strong research incentives.
  • Enjoy opportunities to collaborate with federal agencies, national labs, and industry partners.
  • Find your home in our supportive department with a commitment to fundamental and applied research.
  • Experience the comfort of living in Manhattan, Kansas—a vibrant university town with a low cost of living and high quality of life.

Worksite Option

This position is on-site. 

An employee who is working remotely must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.  Review K-State’s remote work policy details for more information.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in electrical engineering or equivalent
  • Strong publication record
  • Passion for research and teaching excellence

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Potential to develop a vigorous extramurally-funded research program
  • Willingness to participate in collaborative and interdisciplinary research

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Statement of research vision
  • Statement of teaching interests and philosophy
  • Contact information for five professional references

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

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Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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