Energy Engineering Assistant​/Associate​/Full Professor or Extension Assistant​/Associate​/Pro

Overview

The Energy Engineering Program at Utah State University (USU) is an ambitious new initiative dedicated to transformative research and teaching to advance comprehensive energy systems to solve tomorrow’s energy challenges, prepare students to make meaningful impacts in the energy workforce, and bridge research with policy and implementation to provide sustainable energy solutions and economic benefits locally, regionally, and globally. The program is housed within the College of Engineering and will offer B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees.

Highly motivated team members who will advance the new Energy Engineering program are needed.

• Tenure-Track (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor)
• Extension (Outreach-Focused, Assistant/Associate/Full Professor)

Candidates applying for the tenure‑track position will be considered at the assistant, associate, or full professor level. The appointment is an academic year (9‑month fund) located at either USU’s main campus in Logan, UT, USU Eastern in Price, UT, or the USU campus in Vernal, UT with an anticipated start date of January 2026 and will remain open until filled. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.

In addition to a clear research focus, successful applicants will be expected to: (1) develop a significant externally funded research program that includes a strong record of peer‑reviewed publications, engagement with businesses and governments, and graduate mentorship; (2) effectively teach, advise, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students and create advanced energy engineering courses in their area(s) of specialization; and (3) actively participate in assigned department and university duties.

Candidates interested in the extension faculty position will be considered at the assistant, associate, or full professor level. Candidates with expertise in all areas of Energy Policy and Implementation are invited to apply. This appointment is a 9‑month academic year located at USU Eastern in Price, UT with an anticipated start date of January 2026. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil/Environmental Engineering, Geoscience, or a closely related field.

• Integrated Energy Systems research – linking multiple energy outputs into coordinated systems that enhance overall efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability. (Tenure‑Track, locations: Logan, Price, Vernal)
• Conventional Energy Source Optimization and Impact Minimization – hydrocarbon recovery, carbon capture, and environmental protection. (Tenure‑Track, Vernal or Price)
• Cyber Security/Physical Security of Energy Systems – protecting critical energy infrastructure through IT/OT integration. (Tenure‑Track, Logan)
• Nuclear Systems and Applications – upstream/downstream support systems, small modular reactors. (Tenure‑Track, Logan or Price)
• Energy Policy and Implementation – linking technical innovation with policy design. (Extension or Tenure‑Track, Vernal or Price)
• Critical Minerals research – exploration, processing, and recycling of minerals essential to clean energy. (Tenure‑Track, Logan, Price, or Blanding)
• Water in Energy Engineering – water use, treatment, and management across the energy value chain. (Tenure‑Track or Extension, Logan or Vernal)
• Energy Storage – research across electrochemical, thermal, mechanical, chemical, and hybrid storage. (Tenure‑Track or Extension, Logan)

Candidates with strong core fundamentals and community engagement skills are encouraged to apply.

• Develop a significant externally funded research program with a strong record of peer‑reviewed publications and graduate mentorship.
• Effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Actively participate in assigned department and university duties.
• Incorporate modern industry practices, AI/data analytics, and emerging energy technologies into coursework.
• Offer on‑campus (in‑person), online, term‑based, and self‑paced asynchronous courses.
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