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At KU we make it our mission to educate leaders build healthy communities and make discoveries that change the world. We aspire to be an exceptional learning community that lifts each other and advances society. KUs strategic plan Jayhawks Rising is focused on objectives to accomplish this vision through three mission-based priorities of student success healthy and vibrant communities research and discovery. KUs excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences perspectives and backgrounds of our faculty staff students and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each others success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
KUs vision is to be an exceptional learning community that lifts each other and advances society. Our institutional priorities are to educate leaders build healthy communities and make discoveries that change the world. Additional information is available athttps:// Teaching
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in architectural engineering. Develop courses and participate in curriculum development. Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students throughout the course of their studies.
40% Research
Perform and conduct research related to energy 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 and/or renewable energy sources such as solar geothermal and wind power for buildings or communities grid reliability and energy infrastructure as well as net-zero-energy buildings and net metering. Establish a strong research agenda leading to external grant support and publication in recognized refereed journals as well as participating in local national and international professional conferences and other activities appropriate to the discipline. Supervise M.S. and Ph.D. studies.
20% Service
Perform service activities normally expected of university faculty commensurate with rank including committee service to Department School and University. Also includes national and international service to the profession.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Brian Lines
All levels:
At the level of Associate Professor:
At the level of Professor:
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 in 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 is focused on those candidates exploring cutting edge efforts under the interdisciplinary theme of energy including the following: 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 and/or renewable energy sources such as solar geothermal and wind power for buildings or communities grid reliability and energy infrastructure as well as net-zero-energy buildings and net metering. The successful candidate must have an earned doctorate in architectural mechanical or electrical engineering or a closely-related discipline at the time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate potential to develop a collaborative and externally-funded research program and to design and teach high quality undergraduate and graduate courses. The starting date is August 18 2026. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start of the position.
The University of Kansas School of Engineering ( has undergone a significant expansion while taking explicit care to maintain and improve the high-quality student programs the university is known for. The effort involved a multi-faceted approach aimed at growing our facilities faculty leadership research and most important supporting students as it helps industry partners find the new talent designs and techniques they need to fuel economic growth and business success.
The CEAE Department ( currently has 24 tenured/tenure-track faculty and five teaching professors / professors of practice approximately 350 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students with programs leading to bachelors masters and doctoral degrees. The department has a strong history of conducting impactful research while focusing on the success of students at all levels. Our close proximity to the Kansas City metro area (home to the 4th largest concentration of architectural engineering and construction firms in the country) provides rich opportunities to corporate engagement and partnerships.
KU is a comprehensive educational and research- intensive AAU institution that operates through a diverse multi-campus system with 28500 students and 2800 faculty members. Opened in 1866 KUs main campus is considered one of the most beautiful in the nation occupying 1000 acres on Mount Oread in Lawrence a thriving city of 95000 located 30 minutes west of Kansas City.
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete online application includes the following materials: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) research agenda (2-pg limit); (4) teaching philosophy statement (2-pg limit); and (5) the names email and contact information for three professional references.
Application review will begin November 3 2025 and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is received.
At KU we make it our mission to educate leaders build healthy communities and make discoveries that change the world. We aspire to be an exceptional learning community that lifts each other and advances society. KUs strategic plan Jayhawks Rising is focused on objectives to accomplish this vision through three mission-based priorities of student success healthy and vibrant communities research and discovery. KUs excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences perspectives and backgrounds of our faculty staff students and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each others success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
KUs vision is to be an exceptional learning community that lifts each other and advances society. Our institutional priorities are to educate leaders build healthy communities and make discoveries that change the world. Additional information is available athttps:// Teaching
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in architectural engineering. Develop courses and participate in curriculum development. Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students throughout the course of their studies.
40% Research
Perform and conduct research related to energy 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 and/or renewable energy sources such as solar geothermal and wind power for buildings or communities grid reliability and energy infrastructure as well as net-zero-energy buildings and net metering. Establish a strong research agenda leading to external grant support and publication in recognized refereed journals as well as participating in local national and international professional conferences and other activities appropriate to the discipline. Supervise M.S. and Ph.D. studies.
20% Service
Perform service activities normally expected of university faculty commensurate with rank including committee service to Department School and University. Also includes national and international service to the profession.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Brian Lines
All levels:
- Earned doctorate in architectural mechanical or electrical engineering or a closely-related discipline by the time of appointment.
- Demonstrable expertise in the field of 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 and/or renewable energy sources such as solar geothermal and wind power for buildings or communities grid reliability and energy infrastructure as well as net-zero-energy buildings and net metering.
- Ability to communicate ideas effectively and work well with others as demonstrated through application materials and interview.
- Demonstrated potential to develop an externally-funded research program and to design and teach high quality undergraduate and graduate courses.
At the level of Associate Professor:
- Sustained record of scholarship and research;
- Evidence of national recognition in the field;
- Demonstrated experience in leading multidisciplinary teams;
- A minimum of five years of post-Ph.D. professional experience in a faculty role or an equivalent combination of academic and relevant industry/practice experience.
At the level of Professor:
- Sustained record of scholarship and research;
- Evidence of national and international recognition in the field;
- Demonstrated experience in leading multidisciplinary teams;
- A minimum of ten years of post-Ph.D. professional experience in a faculty role or an equivalent combination of academic and relevant industry/practice experience with a sustained record of leadership.
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 in 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 is focused on those candidates exploring cutting edge efforts under the interdisciplinary theme of energy including the following: 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 and/or renewable energy sources such as solar geothermal and wind power for buildings or communities grid reliability and energy infrastructure as well as net-zero-energy buildings and net metering. The successful candidate must have an earned doctorate in architectural mechanical or electrical engineering or a closely-related discipline at the time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate potential to develop a collaborative and externally-funded research program and to design and teach high quality undergraduate and graduate courses. The starting date is August 18 2026. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start of the position.
The University of Kansas School of Engineering ( has undergone a significant expansion while taking explicit care to maintain and improve the high-quality student programs the university is known for. The effort involved a multi-faceted approach aimed at growing our facilities faculty leadership research and most important supporting students as it helps industry partners find the new talent designs and techniques they need to fuel economic growth and business success.
The CEAE Department ( currently has 24 tenured/tenure-track faculty and five teaching professors / professors of practice approximately 350 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students with programs leading to bachelors masters and doctoral degrees. The department has a strong history of conducting impactful research while focusing on the success of students at all levels. Our close proximity to the Kansas City metro area (home to the 4th largest concentration of architectural engineering and construction firms in the country) provides rich opportunities to corporate engagement and partnerships.
KU is a comprehensive educational and research- intensive AAU institution that operates through a diverse multi-campus system with 28500 students and 2800 faculty members. Opened in 1866 KUs main campus is considered one of the most beautiful in the nation occupying 1000 acres on Mount Oread in Lawrence a thriving city of 95000 located 30 minutes west of Kansas City.
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete online application includes the following materials: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) research agenda (2-pg limit); (4) teaching philosophy statement (2-pg limit); and (5) the names email and contact information for three professional references.
Application review will begin November 3 2025 and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is received.
Key Skills
- Machine Learning
- AI
- Classroom Experience
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
About Company
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