Engineering a world of possibilities
Tenure Track Associate Professor, Power Electronics
The Opportunity
The Colorado School of Mines, a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering, is excited to announce a Tenure Track Associate Professor faculty position in Power Electronics at the department of Electrical Engineering.
This position is an integral part of Mines’ strategic effort to grow in areas where we already have significant strengths. Mines is a great place to engage in education and research in all areas related to our Earth, Energy and Environment mission.
This position is anticipated to begin in August 2026. Qualified candidates with research specialization in power electronics and advanced energy systems are encouraged to apply.
We seek candidates who are excited to share in our mission to address the challenges of creating a sustainable global society by educating the next generation of scientists and engineers. Successful applicants can also collaborate through joint projects and shared students with the nearby National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) also based in Golden, Colorado.
Responsibilities
Develop a strong active externally funded research program that leads to scholarly publications,
Develop and deliver course materials to undergraduate and graduate students in traditional, hybrid, and online platforms demonstrating teaching excellence and high-quality and high impact teaching pedagogy.
Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Establish and/or maintain a quality publication record.
Contribute both institutionally and professionally through active service.
Collaborate across campus and contribute to service in the areas of Power Electronics Systems and Advanced Energy Systems.
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in a closely related discipline from an accredited program by the time the appointment begins.
Experience in academic, research lab, and/or industry and notable accomplishments in a related field.
Evidence or potential of interdisciplinary collaboration or engagement with power electronics.
Established and currently funded program at the Associate Professor level with clear potential for continuance, and a proven track record of success in teaching, research, and service.
About Mines & The EE Department
Colorado School of Mines, Colorado's oldest public university, produces talent, knowledge and solutions that serve industry and benefit society—all to create a more prosperous future. Mines has about 6400 undergraduate students and 1900 graduate students in a broad range of applied science and engineering disciplines. Mines maintains high-quality, well-funded research programs (~$106M in awards for fiscal year 2024) with strong participation from both graduate and undergraduate students. The 2026 edition of U.S. News and World Report ranks Mines as a top 100 university. Mines has the highest admissions standards of any public university in Colorado and among the highest of any public university in the U.S. Located in Golden, Colorado, Mines has close proximity to Denver and Boulder, providing opportunities for significant collaboration with government labs (including NLR, NIST, NCAR, and NOAA), industry, and other universities.
The Department of Electrical Engineering at Mines consists of 16 full-time faculty, hosts a thriving research program, and strives to produce leaders who serve the profession, the global community, and society. Students attain technical expertise while completing coursework and projects reflective of modern technology trends. Students consider the broader impacts of engineering solutions on society and human lives. Fundamental and applied engineering research in power and renewable energy, data sciences and control systems, and RF and wireless communications are offered which support the university’s mission of “earth, energy, and environment.” At the undergraduate level, the department focuses specialty areas on antennas and wireless communications, information and system sciences, integrated circuits and electronics, and power and energy systems. At the graduate level, the department provides educational and research opportunities in three selected topical areas: 1) compressive sensing and data analysis, 2) energy systems and power electronics, and 3) antennas and wireless communications. Both undergraduate and graduate programs are characterized by strong ties with industrial partners (locally and nationally) that provide resources for students, laboratories, research projects, and ultimately career paths for our students. Learn more at https://electrical.mines.edu/ and https://www.mines.edu/.
Total Rewards & Salary Rate
Associate Professor: $119,863 - $129,000
Mines takes into consideration a combination of the candidate’s education, training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion, and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary rate for potential new employees.
Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:
Flexible health and dental care options
Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break for entire campus
Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution
Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
Free RTD Ecopass for transportation throughout the Denver Metro area
All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state-of-the-art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Recreation Center. We are proud to have recently opened an on-campus daycare center. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit https://mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.
How to Apply
Applicants will be asked to complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, references, veteran status) and upload the below documents (required). References will not be collected or contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made. Applications must specify in the application package to which rank they are applying. Applicants will notice on the application form, there is only one location to upload all required materials. Further, once submitted, the applicant will not be able to edit their application. Applicants may submit their application as one combined document or as separate documents. The application must include:
a curriculum vitae,
a statement of research (at most 4 pgs),
a statement of teaching (at most 2 pgs),
a cover letter expressing interest in the position (at most 2 pgs), and
up to three representative research papers (PDFs) that best reflect the applicant’s scholarly contributions.
Research Statement: Candidates should describe how their research relates to and complements research activities and expertise at Mines, its expected scholarly and societal impact, its relevance to Mines’ goals (e.g., earth, energy, and environment), and current or future connections to industry and/or opportunities for entrepreneurship. The statement should cover both the candidate's history of successful research as well as their plans for future research at Mines, and their plans for obtaining external funding for that future research. Candidates should also be sure to describe any transdisciplinary aspects of their research. (For more information visit https://research.mines.edu ).
Teaching Statement: Mines is committed to high-quality, hands-on, and project-based learning. Additionally, Mines is growing its online MS non-thesis degree programs. Candidates should cover their in-person and hands-on teaching pedagogy and be prepared to describe any experience they have in online education.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position. This posting may be used to fill multiple openings. Contact Kathleen Feighny in HR with any questions at kfeighny@mines.edu. We appreciate