Asst​/Assoc​/Full Professor - Energy​/Architectural Engineering

Position 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 within 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 candidates exploring cutting‑edge efforts under the energy theme, 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; renewable energy sources such as solar, geothermal, and wind power for buildings or communities; grid reliability and energy infrastructure; and net‑zero‑energy buildings and net metering.

The candidate must hold a doctoral degree in architectural, mechanical, electrical engineering or a closely related discipline, have demonstrated potential to develop a collaborative, externally‑funded research program, and be able to design and teach high‑quality undergraduate and graduate courses. The starting date is August 18, 2026, and the candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to that date.

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Positions in architectural engineering require 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service.

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in architectural engineering. Develop courses and participate in curriculum development. Supervise and mentor students throughout their studies.

Perform research related to energy, covering the themes listed above. Establish a strong research agenda that leads to external grant support and publications in recognized refereed journals. Participate in local, national, and international professional conferences. Supervise M.S. and Ph.D. studies.

Perform service activities normally expected of university faculty, including committee service to department, school, and university. Include national and international service to the profession.

A complete online application includes a cover letter; curriculum vitae; 2‑page research agenda; 2‑page teaching philosophy statement; and the names,…