Faculty position in Electrical Power Engineering

Reykjavik University seeks applicants for an on-site permanent, full-time faculty position in the Electrical Power Engineering at the Department of Engineering. We are committed to appointing academic leaders who will contribute to internationally competitive research and produce outstanding graduates.

Position Levels:

• Assistant Professor
• Associate Professor
• Full Professor

Duties

• Teach approximately three courses per year
• Develop courses in electrical power engineering, and/or power electronics.
• Secure funding for research projects
• Mentor graduate students and post-doctoral researchers
• Participate in department and university administrative and outreach activities
• Actively build and manage collaborations with industry

Requirements

• PhD in Engineering or a related field
• Proven track record of quality, independent research
• Experience in teaching is preferred, including course design and organization
• Industry experience is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse teams
• Fluency in English

Application Process: Applications should be submitted via the university's online application system and must include:

• Cover letter indicating the desired rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor)
• Curriculum Vitae with a comprehensive list of publications
• Copies of relevant certificates and diplomas
• Research statement
• Teaching statement
• Any additional relevant information
• Contact information for three potential references (names, institutional addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers)

For further details, contact Dr. Ármann Gylfason, Chair of the Department of Engineering (armann@ru.is), or the HR office at RU (mannaudur@ru.is).

The position is open until filled; review of applications will start Sept 15th 2025.

About the Electrical Power Engineering Program

The Electrical Power Engineering Group is primarily concerned with electrical power systems, renewable energy sources, energy intensive processes, protection and breakdown. We are interested in strengthening our efforts in these and other fields, e.g. energy storage, smart-grids, and device physics. We offer studies ranging from the undergraduate level to a doctoral program. The Electrical Power Program is an integral part of the Iceland School of Energy (https://en.ru.is/ise/).

About Reykjavík University

Reykjavik University offers an international workplace celebrating diversity and respect for individuals. We emphasize equal opportunities for career progression and salaries. The university comprises seven departments: Business Administration, Law, Psychology, Sport Science, Computer Science, Engineering, and Applied Engineering. RU's education and research are strongly linked to industry and society, with a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, international relations, and entrepreneurship.

Reykjavik University hosts approximately 3,700 students and 250 faculty and staff members.