Professor- Tenure Track Electrical Engineering at InsideHigherEd

Logo:Posting Number:FAC00264PO25Advertised Title:Professor- Tenure Track Electrical EngineeringCampus:ColumbiaCollege/Division:College of Engineering and ComputingDepartment:CEC Electrical EngineeringAdvertised Salary Range:To commensurate with qualificationsPart/Full Time:Full TimeHours per Week:37.5Position Category:Full-time Equivalent (FTE)Basis :9 monthsWork County:RichlandTenure Information:Tenure-Track/TenuredJob Search Category:FacultyAbout University of South Carolina:From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.Veterans' Preference Statement:The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.Advertised Job Summary:The Department of Electrical Engineering in the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing at the University of South Carolina is in the process of expanding its tenured and tenure-track ranks significantly in the next several years. As part of this growth, the Department of Electrical Engineering is looking for a dynamic faculty member for the full Professor rank to begin in Fall 2026.Applicants for the Full Professor rank must have a PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field of study with years of relevant academic experience to commensurate with academic policy, plus a strong, sustained record of excellence in research and teaching, including competitive funding and interdisciplinary collaborations.We seek candidates with expertise and established track records in the power and energy systems area and especially candidates who apply AI and computing to advance knowledge and discovery in their research field. Examples of research areas include but are not limited to: Distribution Grid Design and Operation, Bulk Grid Planning and Operation, Electric Machines, Energy Conversion, and Power Electronics Converters and Systems.The University is also a partner in the management and operation of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Savannah River National Laboratory with a goal of expanding collaborative research partnerships and developing the advanced workforce for the Lab. Therefore, the Department is interested in applicants whose programs will support DOE priorities in energy security, national security, and sustainability.Review of applications will begin December 2025 and continue until positions are filled. The expected start date is August 16, 2026. Interested applicants must apply via USC Jobs https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/199267 with the following information: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching statement, (4) research statement and, (4) names & contact information of at least three (3) references. Final candidates will be required to provide at minimum three (3) reference letters directly to the search committee from the individuals providing the reference.Required Education and Experience:Applicants for the Full Professor rank must have a PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field of study with years of relevant academic experience to commensurate with academic policy, plus a strong, sustained record of excellence in research and teaching, including competitive funding and interdisciplinary collaborations.Preferred Qualifications:We seek candidates with expertise and established track records in the power and energy systems area and especially candidates who apply AI and computing to advance knowledge and discovery in their research field.Examples of research areas include but are not limited to: Distribution Grid Design and Operation, Bulk Grid Planning and Operation, Electric Machines, Energy Conversion, and Power Electronics Converters and SystemsDesired Start Date:08/16/2026Job Open Date:12/09/2025Open Until Filled:YesSpecial Instructions to Applicant:Interested applicants must apply via USC Jobs https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/199267 with the following information: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching statement, (4) research statement and, (4) names & contact information of at least three (3) references. Final candidates will be required to provide at minimum three (3) reference letters directly to the search committee from the individuals providing the reference.Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty- five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.Quicklink for Posting:https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/199267EEO Statement:The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.