Job Description:The University of Texas at El Paso seeks a highly qualified research professor to join the College of Engineering. With support from the University of Texas System Board of Regents, UTEP seeks to recruit an outstanding research leader to advance research in transportation electrification, electric vehicle infrastructure, and intelligent transportation systems. The successful candidate will help expand UTEP's leadership within the NSF ASPIRE Engineering Research Center by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, strengthening strategic partnerships, and accelerating the deployment and adoption of electrified transportation technologies across Texas and the Southwest region.
The successful candidate will develop and lead a nationally recognized research program focused on high-technology readiness level (TRL) research, demonstration, validation, and deployment activities that advance ASPIRE's mission. The faculty member will collaborate with researchers across ASPIRE partner institutions, industry members, utilities, transportation agencies, and community stakeholders to accelerate the transition of transportation electrification technologies from research to real-world implementation.
This position offers a unique opportunity to advance high-TRL transportation electrification research within one of the nation's premier engineering research centers while leveraging a broad network of universities, industry, and government partners.
Responsibilities
- Develop and sustain an internationally recognized research program in transportation electrification and related fields.
- Lead high-TRL research, demonstration, validation, and deployment activities aligned with the ASPIRE mission.
- Pursue and secure extramural funding from federal, state, and private-sector sources.
- Build partnerships with industry, utilities, transportation agencies, national laboratories, and community stakeholders in partnership with ASPIRE.
- Collaborate with ASPIRE researchers across participating institutions.
- Mentor undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and research staff.
- Support workforce development and community engagement initiatives.
Requirements:Minimum Requirements
An earned doctorate in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Materials Engineering, Energy Systems Engineering, or a closely related field. Demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, external funding success, ecosystem stakeholder engagement, and strong leadership and communication skills. Experience in validation, prototyping, demonstration, integration, and transition to operational use of technology.
Preferred Qualifications
National or international recognition in a relevant field; experience leading multidisciplinary research programs; experience with federally funded research centers or public-private partnerships; commitment to mentoring; and a strong network of research, industry, and government collaborators.
Additional Information:Salary and benefits are highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications, experience, and rank. UTEP offers an attractive compensation package and significant opportunities for research growth and leadership.
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
Application Instructions:Applicants must submit: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) research and strategic vision statement; (4) statement describing stakeholder engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and partnership-building experience; (5) mentoring statement; and (6) contact information for at least three professional references. Applications should be submitted through www.utep.edu/employment. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For information/inquiries regarding the position, please email Dr. Ivonne Santiago at isantiago@utep.edu
