Research Assistant Professor Position Available In Putnam, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Research Assistant Professor position at Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville, TN, offers a full-time, non-tenure track role with a salary commensurate with education and experience. Responsibilities include developing a research program in power distribution systems modeling, engaging in scholarly activities, and participating in professional service. The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power engineering and distribution grid modernization. Strong communication skills and a proven publication record are required. Preferred qualifications include research experience in multidomain cosimulation frameworks and interdisciplinary projects. The position is renewable for up to three years, starting on August 1, 2025.
Job Description
Research Assistant Professor
Tennessee Tech University Cookeville, TN Full-time Education
Posted on April 10, 2025
Research Assistant Professor
Position Number:
893170
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.
Work Hours:
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 package. Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational . Deferred income and over 12 months.
To apply, visit jobs.tntech/postings/18850
