Job Description

Job Summary
The Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) invites applications for an APT position in Resource and Energy Engineering (REE), with the tentative start date in Fall of 2026. We are seeking an outstanding APT Faculty with the potential to be a world-class leader in the strategic REE growth areas, with a preferred emphasis on:

1. Developing energy resources including renewable, fossil, and nuclear
2. Transporting, storage, and distribution of energy as electricity and fuel
3. Engineering design for energy infrastructure projects
4. Engineering management of industrial energy systems

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Engineering, or a related discipline appropriate to the REE research focus. The appointment will be in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the College of Engineering (COE). Applicants must show exceptional promises for high-quality teaching, curriculum administration, and professional development. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.

The appointments are expected to commence September 1, 2026, for the start of the Fall 2026 semester. Rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor will be determined based on candidates experience and capabilities.

Benefits at UTA
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CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be committed to excellence in teaching, service, and development, and will be expected to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, build and lead teams of students, and contribute to professional service within UTA and the external community. Duties include (1) commitment to quality teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, (2) commitment to administrating the REE program, and (3) service to the local and international professional communities.
Required Qualifications
Minimum requirements for this position include: (1) a Ph.D. or equivalent in one of the disciplines noted above or a related discipline that clearly aligns with a focus on REE education; (2) experience in the energy industry, (3) exceptional organizational and communication skills, and (4) commitment to quality teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate will have high level technical design expertise, research & development experience, or engineering management experience that complements the Resource & Energy Engineering program.

We particularly welcome candidates who understand the energy transition and can bridge the theory and implementation the integration of conventional and renewable energy resources. The new hire will help build cross-cutting collaborations and add critical mass to the Department’s growing efforts in REE and related interdisciplinary areas.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Department Information
The Department of Electrical Engineering (EE) is part of the College of Engineering (CoE) at UTA, one of the largest engineering colleges in Texas (https://www.uta.edu/engineering). Active research areas include optics and photonics; power electronics; renewable energy and energy storage, electric propulsion; power systems, cyber-physical systems, intelligent and autonomous systems; machine learning; environmental sensing; and wireless communications. The EE department has strong support from the College of Engineering and UTA administration to continue its top tier status in research and teaching excellence.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.