Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering-Lithium- Energy Systems

Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering‑Lithium-based Energy Systems

San Diego State University (SDSU) – Imperial Valley campus – seeks to hire a tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering with expertise in lithium‑based energy systems. Qualified applicants must have expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Battery management systems and energy management systems for transportation and renewable energy storage applications.
• Advanced power electronics for grid applications and transportation electrification.
• Renewable energy systems grid integration.
• Big data analytics, forecasting, and artificial intelligence for renewable energy applications.

Applications will be accepted via Page Up by January 31, 2025.

The campus is located 120 miles east of San Diego in an agricultural valley, offering a culturally diverse environment and strong community engagement opportunities, particularly with nearby Mexican universities.

• A record of original research, scholarly, or creative accomplishments and demonstrated capacity to develop a vigorous independent program of research, teach graduate and undergraduate courses, and engage in campus and professional service activities.
• Demonstration of past accomplishments and/or future plans in at least two of the Building on Inclusive Excellence criteria.

• Terminal degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, with all degree requirements met.

• Demonstrated expertise in the discipline and its methodologies.
• Record of publications, presentations, and/or funding.
• Proficiency in interdisciplinary and collaborative approaches.
• Potential for securing extramural funding.
• Preparation for teaching students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to direct advanced undergraduate research.
• Understanding of the mission and goals of the academic unit and SDSU.

• Cover letter indicating how you meet or will meet required qualifications, preferred qualifications, and Building on Inclusive Excellence criteria.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information for three references.
• Teaching philosophy statement.
• Research statement.

Salary will be based on the current CSU salary schedule with a range of $94,000 to $98,000, reviewed at the time of hire. San Diego State University offers a comprehensive benefits package.

San Diego State University is an equal‑opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities for all employees and students regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin, in accordance with California law and federal civil rights laws. All applicants are required to authorize background checks and, if applicable, disclose any recent final administrative or judicial decisions regarding sexual harassment, as required by CSU policy.