The Department of Electrical Engineering at the College of Engineering and Petroleum in Kuwait University invites applications for a faculty position at the ranks of Full Professor starting September 2009 in the following area:

• Power Systems or Electric Machines 

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in the area of specialization from a reputable University in the area of specialization.

• The applicant's GPA in first university degree should be 3 points out of 4 or equivalent.

• Research experience and a strong publication records in refereed International Journals.

• Full command of teaching in English with demonstrated evidence of quality teaching.

• University teaching experience in the specified field.

• The successful candidates are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, conducting scholarly research supervising graduate students, and carrying some administrative duties.

 

  
Benefits include attractive tax-free salary according to rank and teaching experience (Professor's monthly salary varies from KD. 3000 to 3242, - [KD.1 = $3.40] ), annual air ticket , a one time settling-in allowance, housing allowance, free national health medical care, paid mid-term holidays and summer vacations, and end-of-contract gratuity. The University also offers excellent academic environment and financial support for research projects.
 
To apply, please send by mail or e-mail,  a complete application form, updated and detailed curriculum vitae (including mailing address, phone and fax numbers, e-mail address, academic qualifications, teaching and research experience, and a list of publications in professional journals), three copies of Ph.D., Master, and Bachelor certificates and transcripts, a copy of the passport, and three recommendation letters. Position is open until filled. All applications should be sent  to the following address:
 
Dr. Ali F Almutairi
Chairman of Electrical Engineering Department
College of Engineering and Petroeum, Kuwait University
P.O. Box 5969, Khaldiya, 13060, State of Kuwait.
Phone: + 965-498- 7029
Fax: + 965-481- 7451
E-mail: alialmut@eng.kuniv.edu.kw
Websites: http://www.eng.kuniv.edu
               http://www.kuniv.edu.kw/