University of Central Florida · 2 weeks ago
Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in Non-Combustion Reaction, and Data Analytics /AI (RISES)
Greater Orlando
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelThe University of Central Florida (UCF) is inviting candidates for two tenure-earning positions in its research center on Resilient, Intelligent, and Sustainable Energy Systems (RISES). The roles focus on advancing research in sustainable energy systems and applying AI and machine learning techniques to energy systems challenges.
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Responsibilities
Candidates should demonstrate the ability to lead an independent, externally funded research program and contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations
A strong record of peer-reviewed publications, mentorship, and engagement with industry, national laboratories, or large-scale research initiatives is highly desirable
Experience with computational tools (e.g., CFD, FEA, system-level modeling) and/or experimental platforms for energy systems is expected
Candidates should demonstrate not only extensive experience in deep learning, reinforcement learning, and unsupervised learning but also evidence in interdisciplinary, human-centric, community-based, and data-driven research on energy systems
Successful candidates will have research impact as reflected in high-quality publications and the ability to build a well-funded and sustainable research program
Qualification
Required
A Ph.D. or foreign degree equivalent from an accredited institution, in an area appropriate to the RISES center at the time of appointment
A record of high impact research related to energy systems, demonstrated by a strong scholarly and/or funding record
A demonstrated record of teaching, research and service commensurate with rank in the tenure department in order to obtain tenure upon hire
Preferred
Past work experiences in a national lab and/or industry are desired
A history of working with teams, especially teams that span multiple disciplines, is a strongly preferred qualification
Prior work experience with energy storage systems is highly preferred
Benefits
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
Retirement savings options.
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
Education assistance.
Flexible work environment.
And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.
Company
University of Central Florida
University of Central Florida is an American public research university in Orlando, Forida.
Founded in 1963
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.08MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyThe Duke Energy FoundationNational Institutes of Health
2024-09-17Grant· $1.4M
2024-09-17Grant· $0.07M
2022-03-14Grant· $3.6M
Leadership Team
John Buckwalter
Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
Issa Batarseh
Director, Florida Power Electronics Center
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2025-12-11
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