Rafmagnsverkfræði

The School of Science and Engineering invites applications for faculty positions in several fields of electrical engineering.

ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEMS

SIGNAL PROCESSING

DYNAMICS AND CONTROL

 The successful candidate will be required to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and supervise student projects at all levels, lead a strong research group in the corresponding area as well as providing leadership in curriculum development and administration. The tenure-track academic positions offered will be of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor levels. The positions offer opportunities to shape and influence recently established programs, within a fast growing and innovative university.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited university and be established members of the international research community, with demonstrated teaching and publication records. Excellent communication skills are required and relevant professional experience is appreciated. 

Applications should be sent by email to appl@ru.is (subject “Electrical Engineering”), and should include a CV, a list of publications, a statement of research, a statement of teaching, a list of contacts for references and other relevant information. Copies of two or three major publications may also be included in the application.

Informal communication and discussions are encouraged, and interested candidates are encouraged to contact the Dean, Dr. Gunnar G. Tomasson (gunnargt@ru.is), for further information. Salary level is negotiable and will be commensurate with qualifications, relocation assistance is offered.

The position is available immediately, but starting date is negotiable. We may fill more than one position, depending on the number of qualified applicants.

The School of Science and Engineering offers undergraduate programs in Electrical- and Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Biomedical Engineering and five new graduate programs will be offered in the fall of 2008.

Iceland is home to several successful industrial enterprises with substantial international operations. Reykjavik University and the engineering program in particular are fortunate in having substantial industry support for both its educational programs and research. Furthermore, the University has established ties with several leading foreign universities, facilitating faculty and student exchange