The Department of Civil & Architectural Engineering (CAE) at Lawrence Technological University has multiple open positions including tenure-track assistant professor position in the area of electrical building systems starting August 2025. The Department invites highly motivated candidates with expertise related to power systems and energy efficiency in buildings, renewable energy integration, building controls, and lighting design to apply.
As a member of the AITU (American Independent Technical Universities), Lawrence Technological University (LTU) is one of the leading institutions in the US playing a vital role in securing the future of American competitiveness in the global marketplace. Being located in the first-ring suburb of Detroit and within 15-minute drive from downtown, LTU is at the heart of Michigan’s Industrial hub and within a short driving distance of Michigan’s most desirable living areas.
As a member of the AITU (American Independent Technical Universities), Lawrence Technological University (LTU) is one of the leading institutions in the US playing a vital role in securing the future of American competitiveness in the global marketplace. Being located in the first-ring suburb of Detroit and within 15-minute drive from downtown, LTU is at the heart of Michigan’s Industrial hub and within a short driving distance of Michigan’s most desirable living areas. The Department offers degrees B.S. – to Ph.D. and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research. The department has significant experimental research facilities including the Nabil Grace Center for Innovative Material Research (CIMR) – a 7,200-square-foot facility with unique capabilities, Lawrence Tech Transportation Institute (LTTI), and Construction Safety Research Center (CSRC), all of which support active and dynamic funded research programs.
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Architectural or Electrical Engineering and are expected to pursue funded research and have a keen interest in teaching. Applications submitted prior to January 13, 2025 will receive priority consideration.
To apply, please email Dr. Elin Jensen, Chair, Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering at ejensen@ltu.edu. Applications will also be accepted through regular mail addressed to: Lawrence Technological University, 21000 W. Ten Mile Rd., Southfield, MI 48075-1058. Electronic submissions strongly preferred.
Lawrence Technological University (LTU) conducts pre-employment screening on initial candidates for all positions, which may include but is not limited to, a criminal background check, verification of academic credentials, license, certifications, and/or verification of work history.
Lawrence Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
