Position Summary:

The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications to fill a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor in electrical engineering specializing in Power and Energy. This position will teach, conduct research, and provide community and university service. 

This is a full time, benefit-eligible position with a 9-month academic appointment. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Wisconsin System has a nationally top ranked retirement plan and a comprehensive benefits package. The department also provides relocation assistance, and the university has a Trailing Partners Engagement Program. Candidates that have experience in undergraduate instruction and mentoring, online instruction, research and teaching related to Power and Energy systems are encouraged to apply. Review of candidates will begin on December 9, 2024.  Applications will be considered until the position is filled. The successful candidate is expected to start in August 2025.

Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility will be to develop and teach undergraduate courses in Electrical Engineering and related subjects including labs. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conducting research and seeking extramural funding, developing curriculum, advising students and student organizations, participating in outreach including visits to industry and recruiting local students, and participating in department, college, and university service committees. The applicant is expected to teach some of the courses using alternative delivery methods including distance education. 

Requirements:

• An earned Ph.D. by August 2025 in electrical engineering, power and energy, or a closely related field.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate education and student success.

• Ability to teach introductory undergraduate courses in electrical engineering as shown here under “electrical engineering courses”.

• Ability to teach mid- and upper-level courses in Power and Energy as shown here and the related Renewable Energy Systems courses as shown here.
• Ability to teach online streaming courses as needed. 
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and undergraduate research.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Electrical Engineering at UW-Platteville

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is recognized for its excellent undergraduate programs. The programs provide students with the knowledge and experience needed to pursue a productive lifelong career in industry or to engage in further study at the graduate level. The department consists of the Electrical Engineering program, Computer Engineering program, and Sustainability and Renewable Energy Systems program. In Fall 24, there were 76 full-time new freshman enrollments in Electrical Engineering and 28 in Computer Engineering. As of Fall 24 the department has 9 tenured faculty and serves a total of 355 undergraduate students. The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering aligns with the mission statement of the university by delivering a hands-on approach, where students learn by doing. Students in this program take 67 credits of coursework with laboratory associated with them, which results in them being career-ready upon graduation. The department also offers courses to remote students through Platteville Engineering Partnership program. Most of the courses in ECE department are also streamed for this group of students. 

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College of EMS:

The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department is in the College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science (EMS). The College of EMS serves 2,534 undergraduate students and 73 graduate students.

The College of EMS’s values are provided below:

We, the employees of the College of EMS, value being a key player in our undergraduate students’ success:

• We value teaching excellence, continuously improving our teaching skills, creating engaging learning environments, and implementing known best practices in STEM education.
• We value nurturing a culture of care toward our students and our colleagues.
• We value the university’s goal of serving students with a wide range of preparation, and we meet our students where they are.
• We value high standards to prepare our students for the rigors of the STEM workplace.
• We value providing job-ready skills to our students through authentic, applied, and hands-on learning experiences.

Why It’s Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.

Application Deadline:

Applications must be submitted through our online applicant portal. Applications are due by 12/6/2024, although they will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• Teaching philosophy consisting of no more than two (2) pages detailing your instructional attitudes and pedagogical philosophy, including information on how you will provide an inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Contact information (name, telephone number, and email address) for 3 professional references

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Our mission is to foster a diverse environment that contributes to an inclusive culture and climate by promoting critical discourse and meaningful interactions between all members of our campus community.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.