University of Kansas
Asst/Assoc/Full Professor - Energy/Architectural Engineering
University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas, us, 66045
Overview
The University of Kansas (KU) Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering (CEAE) seeks an outstanding individual for a tenured or tenure-track position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank in the interdisciplinary theme of energy. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the development of academic and research programs in architectural engineering and to the research community. This search focuses on cutting-edge efforts under the interdisciplinary theme of energy, including: integrated building or district energy systems, building-to-grid integrations, grid-interactive buildings, distributed energy resource management, building energy resilience, building energy efficiency and decarbonization, environmentally-sustainable buildings, and renewable energy sources such as solar, geothermal, and wind power for buildings or communities, grid reliability and energy infrastructure, as well as net-zero-energy buildings and net metering. The candidate must have an earned doctorate in architectural, mechanical, or electrical engineering or a closely-related discipline at the time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate potential to develop a collaborative, externally-funded research program and to design and teach high-quality undergraduate and graduate courses. The starting date is August 18, 2026. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start of the position. The University of Kansas School of Engineering (http://engr.ku.edu/) has undergone a significant expansion while maintaining high-quality student programs. The CEAE Department (https://ceae.ku.edu/) currently has 24 tenure-track faculty, five teaching professors / professors of practice, approximately 350 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students, with programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. The department has a strong history of impactful research and a focus on student success. KU’s proximity to the Kansas City metro area provides rich opportunities for corporate engagement and partnerships. KU is a comprehensive educational and research-intensive AAU institution that operates through a diverse, multi-campus system, with 28,500 students and 2,800 faculty members. Opened in 1866, KU’s main campus is located on Mount Oread in Lawrence, a city of about 95,000 residents, 30 minutes west of Kansas City. Job Description
At KU, we educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that change the world. KU’s Jayhawks Rising strategic plan focuses on three mission-based priorities: student success, healthy and vibrant communities, and research and discovery. We strive to create a climate of respectful dialogue, collaboration, and inclusion where all faculty, staff, students, and colleagues feel valued and supported. Additional information is available at https://jayhawksrising.ku.edu/. 40% Teaching Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in architectural engineering. Develop courses and participate in curriculum development. Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students throughout their studies. 40% Research Perform and conduct research related to energy, including integrated building or district energy systems, building-to-grid integrations, grid-interactive buildings, distributed energy resource management, building energy resilience, building energy efficiency and decarbonization, environmentally-sustainable buildings, and/or renewable energy sources such as solar, geothermal, and wind power for buildings or communities, grid reliability and energy infrastructure as well as net-zero-energy buildings and net metering. Establish a strong research agenda leading to external grant support and publication in refereed journals, and participate in local, national and international conferences and other activities in the discipline. Supervise M.S. and Ph.D. studies. 20% Service Perform service activities normally expected of university faculty commensurate with rank, including committee service to the Department, School, and University, and national/international service to the profession.
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The University of Kansas (KU) Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering (CEAE) seeks an outstanding individual for a tenured or tenure-track position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank in the interdisciplinary theme of energy. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the development of academic and research programs in architectural engineering and to the research community. This search focuses on cutting-edge efforts under the interdisciplinary theme of energy, including: integrated building or district energy systems, building-to-grid integrations, grid-interactive buildings, distributed energy resource management, building energy resilience, building energy efficiency and decarbonization, environmentally-sustainable buildings, and renewable energy sources such as solar, geothermal, and wind power for buildings or communities, grid reliability and energy infrastructure, as well as net-zero-energy buildings and net metering. The candidate must have an earned doctorate in architectural, mechanical, or electrical engineering or a closely-related discipline at the time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate potential to develop a collaborative, externally-funded research program and to design and teach high-quality undergraduate and graduate courses. The starting date is August 18, 2026. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start of the position. The University of Kansas School of Engineering (http://engr.ku.edu/) has undergone a significant expansion while maintaining high-quality student programs. The CEAE Department (https://ceae.ku.edu/) currently has 24 tenure-track faculty, five teaching professors / professors of practice, approximately 350 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students, with programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. The department has a strong history of impactful research and a focus on student success. KU’s proximity to the Kansas City metro area provides rich opportunities for corporate engagement and partnerships. KU is a comprehensive educational and research-intensive AAU institution that operates through a diverse, multi-campus system, with 28,500 students and 2,800 faculty members. Opened in 1866, KU’s main campus is located on Mount Oread in Lawrence, a city of about 95,000 residents, 30 minutes west of Kansas City. Job Description
At KU, we educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that change the world. KU’s Jayhawks Rising strategic plan focuses on three mission-based priorities: student success, healthy and vibrant communities, and research and discovery. We strive to create a climate of respectful dialogue, collaboration, and inclusion where all faculty, staff, students, and colleagues feel valued and supported. Additional information is available at https://jayhawksrising.ku.edu/. 40% Teaching Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in architectural engineering. Develop courses and participate in curriculum development. Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students throughout their studies. 40% Research Perform and conduct research related to energy, including integrated building or district energy systems, building-to-grid integrations, grid-interactive buildings, distributed energy resource management, building energy resilience, building energy efficiency and decarbonization, environmentally-sustainable buildings, and/or renewable energy sources such as solar, geothermal, and wind power for buildings or communities, grid reliability and energy infrastructure as well as net-zero-energy buildings and net metering. Establish a strong research agenda leading to external grant support and publication in refereed journals, and participate in local, national and international conferences and other activities in the discipline. Supervise M.S. and Ph.D. studies. 20% Service Perform service activities normally expected of university faculty commensurate with rank, including committee service to the Department, School, and University, and national/international service to the profession.
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