Biomedical Engineering Faculty Position

University of Iowa Roy J. Carver Department of Biomedical Engineering

Deadline: November 1, 2024

https://engineering.uiowa.edu/faculty-search/bme 

The Roy J. Carver Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the University of Iowa invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty appointment with an anticipated start date of August 2025. All ranks will be considered, and exceptional candidates at the rank of Full Professor will be considered for appointment as the Roy J. Carver Professor in Biomedical Engineering, an endowed professorship. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024; however, applications will be accepted until February 1, 2025.

Our department seeks visionary individuals who are integrating engineering, the biological sciences, and translational medicine to promote scientific discovery and the development of clinical technologies that advance healthcare. We aim to enhance the department’s integrative research and educational programs by hiring a core faculty member with expertise in the areas of respiratory and pulmonary biomedical engineering.

The successful candidate will have a PhD or equivalent in biomedical engineering or a related discipline and should demonstrate potential for (assistant professor rank) or a strong track record of (associate or full professor ranks) extramural funding. The successful candidate is expected to develop an internationally recognized research program that includes respiratory and pulmonary biomedical engineering, to participate in the teaching and service missions of the department, and to follow the University of Iowa’s strong tradition of collaboration across disciplines. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, teaching, and leadership skills to the benefit of our department’s mission. A strong commitment to graduate and undergraduate teaching, advising, and student success is essential. Teaching responsibilities include participation in and development of both undergraduate and graduate courses, and strong engagement in a core curriculum that serves to define biomedical engineering for future generations. Supervision of doctoral students and academic advising of trainees at all levels is also expected.

Department Head in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Colorado State University

Deadline: November 11, 2024

https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/151718 

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Colorado State University invites applications for the position of Department Head. The CEE Dept Head will provide vision and leadership for a growing department of world class researchers and educators. Anchored in our heritage as an international powerhouse in water and water resources engineering, we are national leaders in sustainability and resilience with a core mission of equitable access to education. Future and impact focused, we are seeking leadership to drive our vision to educate future civil, environmental, and construction engineers to be leaders in the digital transformation of our field. This is a full-time, 12-month appointment, 5-year term position. The successful candidate will hold an appointment as tenured full Professor in CEE at Colorado State University, and will report directly to the Dean of the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering. Associate professors with research and teaching records supporting promotion to full professor are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Civil, Environmental, or Construction Engineering, or a closely related field, and a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching appropriate for appointment as a tenured, full professor. Preferred qualifications include a potential to effectively lead and evaluate the faculty and staff comprising the Department, a demonstrated ability to establish a well-funded research program and potential to play a leadership role in facilitating interdisciplinary research, a demonstrated excellence in teaching and ability to play a leadership role in facilitating educational innovation, excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated ability to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion, and demonstrated ability to bring people together on new initiatives.

The desired start date for this position is July 1, 2025.

Interested applicants must apply to the CSU Jobs link and submit a cover letter that addresses how applicant experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications, a current curriculum vitae, the names and contact information of three professional references (who will not be contacted without prior approval of the candidate), and two vision statements (limited to 2 pages each). The first statement should address the applicant’s vision for growing and modernizing undergraduate and graduate education in the department. The second statement should describe the applicant’s vision for enhancing the research activity and impact of the department. Both statements should address diversity, equity and inclusion as relevant.

View the full posting and apply on the CSU Jobs website at: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/151718 

Applications will be considered until the position is filled; however, applications should be received by November 11, 2024 to ensure full consideration.

Please direct inquiries about the search to:

Prof. Eric D. Maloney, Search Chair
Department Head, Department of Atmospheric Science
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO, 80523-1371
eric.maloney@colostate.edu

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Multiple Tenure-Track Faculty Positions

University of Utah

Deadline: January 15, 2025

Open Positions

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Utah (https://mech.utah.edu/) invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions, with a Fall Semester 2025 starting date.

Candidates with exceptional background and experience may be considered at a higher rank. Candidates with interest and expertise in the areas of aerospace materials or computational solid mechanics are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates must have a demonstrated track record of high-quality research as evidenced by scholarly publications, and they must exhibit strong potential (junior faculty) or an established record (senior faculty) of securing extramural funding with highly regarded scholarly publications. Successful candidates will be able to actively contribute to the Department’s growing research presence in their respective areas. Additionally, candidates are expected to develop and teach core courses and develop new courses that support the mechanical engineering graduate program. Applicants are expected to have an earned Ph.D. or Sc.D. in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.

The University of Utah is a research-focused institution that is home to more than 35,000 students, world-class faculty and researchers, a medical campus, and many start-up companies. The Department of Mechanical Engineering has experienced tremendous growth over the past decade, fueled by the State of Utah’s Engineering Initiative, and currently houses more than 40 tenure-line faculty members, over 1,000 undergraduate and 250 graduate students (140 PhD students).

All applications received by November 15, 2024 will receive full consideration. Applications must be submitted electronically (see https://www.mech.utah.edu/department/open-positions/ for direct link to application website) and should include: a cover letter highlighting the applicant’s qualifications and relevance to this search, current curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests and plans (2 pages), a statement of teaching interests (2 pages), and contact information three to five references.

Cornell University, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Deadline: November 15, 2024

https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28134

The SIBLEY SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL AND AEROSPACE ENGINEERING AT CORNELL UNIVERSITY, Ithaca, NY invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the general area of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). The department particularly welcomes applications from outstanding innovators working on the design of novel CPS, including, but not limited to, new mechanisms, actuators, and/or sensors, control and verification of CPS, autonomy, and other related areas. Applicants should be interested in building a research program in an area of relevance to Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering including, but not limited to, agriculture, sustainability and energy, space, robotics, health and personalized medicine, and manufacturing. Candidates whose research aligns with the College of Engineering strategic directions or with the strategic discipline areas outlined in Cornell’s radical collaborations initiative are especially encouraged to apply; however, excellent candidates engaged in other aspects of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering will also be considered.

Candidates must hold a doctorate in a relevant field by the employment start and are expected to establish an outstanding, externally funded research program as well as to contribute fully to both undergraduate and graduate instruction in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. While applications at the level of Assistant Professor are strongly encouraged, applications at all levels will be considered. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Cornell University fosters interdisciplinary research and an atmosphere of cooperation through its Centers and Field system. Faculty will have outstanding opportunities, and are expected to collaborate with faculty, research scientists, and graduate students across many Fields (e.g., Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Operations Research and Information Engineering, Design & Tech, Civil and Environmental Engineering), and Centers/Facilities (e.g., AgTech, Center for Advanced Computing, Center for Applied Math, Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability, Cornell Energy Systems Institute, Institute for Computational Sustainability, AI for Science Institute, AFRL Regional Network Mid-Atlantic Hub, Weill Cornell Medicine, the New York Consortium for Space Technology, Innovation and Development).

The Sibley School and the College of Engineering at Cornell embrace diversity and seek candidates who will foster a climate that attracts students of all races, nationalities, and genders. We strongly encourage individuals from groups historically excluded from Engineering to apply.

If you have additional questions, you can contact maesearch@cornell.edu. Applications will be evaluated on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage.
We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

University of British Columbia

Deadline: October 30, 2024

https://ubc.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/ubcfacultyjobs/job/UBC-Vancouver-Campus—Vancouver-BC-Canada/Tenure-Track-Assistant-Professor-of-Teaching_JR18193

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CHBE) at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver Campus invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor of Teaching. This position provides the opportunity to pursue a career in our Professor of Teaching path focused on excellence and innovation in teaching and educational leadership in the intellectually stimulating atmosphere of a top-tier Chemical and Biological Engineering department.

Wake Forest University

Deadline: November 4, 2024

https://wfu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Faculty_Career_Website_live/details/Assistant-Teaching-Professor–Department-of-Engineering_R0006983

The Department of Engineering at Wake Forest University invites faculty applications for Assistant Teaching Professor or Assistant Teaching Professor of Practice with expertise in mechanical engineering to begin July 1, 2025. Faculty members with the title of Teaching Professor hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree in the discipline, while faculty members with the title of Professor of Practice have at least a Master’s Degree in the discipline along with relevant experience different from that achieved through traditional graduate and professional study. The contributions of teaching professionals are significant and cover a broad range of areas, which include teaching, advising, and service to the department, the College, and the University. The successful candidate will diversify our team through their engineering expertise and will provide significant educational contributions in support of our students’ educational and professional development as engineers. We seek a colleague who is excited about growing and sustaining a program that embodies the values of empowerment, integrity, inclusion, compassion, growth, and joy. Further information is available at https://engineering.wfu.edu/.

Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education

Deadline: November 15, 2024

https://careers.pageuppeople.com/968/cw/en-us/job/530876/department-head-and-professor-of-engineering-education

Applications and nominations are invited for the position of Head of the Department of Engineering Education (EngE) at Virginia Tech. EngE (www.enge.vt.edu) is home to an outstanding first-year engineering program, a growing suite of interdisciplinary and experiential learning offerings, and a premier PhD program in engineering education. The department has a total of 16 tenured or tenure-track faculty, 13 instructional faculty, 10 academic advisors, 5 research faculty and postdocs, and 7 business and operations administrative/professional faculty and staff members. It serves approximately 3000 first-year and continuing students in its General Engineering program, a growing number of students engaged in interdisciplinary experiences and undergraduate research, and 50 graduate students in its doctoral program. EngE faculty collaborate nationally and internationally on large-scale, interdisciplinary extramurally funded research spanning areas such as teaching & learning, organizations & systems, ethics & social responsibility, and equity & culture (https://enge.vt.edu/researchfacilties.html).

Candidates for the position should be prepared to lead the department’s efforts in research, education, mentoring, service, and outreach, and contribute to further advancing the collaborative culture of the department. The Department Head will serve as an integral member of the College of Engineering leadership team, serving as the department’s advocate to college and university administration and external stakeholders, and representative for the department at venues such as national and international meetings and conferences. This position has significant supervisory and management responsibilities, including substantive oversight over the department budget, an expectation to grow internal and external partnerships, including philanthropic opportunities, and positioning the department to align with college and university strategic plans. Candidates should have professional achievements commensurate with appointment at the rank of Full Professor with Tenure in Engineering Education. Although predominantly an administrative and leadership position, the EngE Department Head is expected to engage with the engineering education discipline by supporting the department’s activities in teaching, research, and/or professional service.

Please direct inquiries and nominations to:
David Knight, Chair, EngE Department Head Search Committee, dbknight@vt.edu

Institute for Inclusive and Transformative Scholarship at Boise State University

Deadline: October 6, 2024

https://jobs.boisestate.edu/en-us/job/498497/ifits-assistant-director

IFITS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

The Institute for Inclusive and Transformative Scholarship (IFITS) at Boise State University is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic team member and leader, who is passionate about creating equitable and inclusive learning and research environments. The Assistant Director will provide vision and strategic leadership for faculty development around mentoring and undergraduate research support and will be a thought partner for the Executive Director on all aspects of IFITS operations and programs.

Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience, and Skills:
Advanced degree in a STEM field
Higher education experience beyond being a student
Expertise in effective mentoring
Experience designing and facilitating professional development programming
Strong service mindset

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Faculty consultations around mentoring and grant writing
Developing and facilitating workshops
Leading professional development opportunities for the Vertically Integrated Projects program
Serving on planning and leadership teams for relevant STEM education grant programs, both on campus and statewide.
Working with the Executive Director of IFITS on strategic initiatives and vision for the office

W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology

Deadline: December 10, 2024

www.workingatmcmaster.ca/careers/

The School seeks to recruit an excellent teacher with interest and experience in experiential learning and innovative ways of teaching in the areas of systems automation, internet technologies, and computer integrated manufacturing. Successful candidates will be expected to:

• Teach six courses in both undergraduate and graduate levels (18 credit hours per year)
• Contribute towards the delivery of the School’s undergraduate and graduate programs, e.g.,
by leading Programs, mentoring students, introducing new teaching techniques, evaluating
student progress, engagement and motivation through interactive and innovative teaching
strategies, participate in student and school events, as well as other service tasks, as
assigned;
• Participate in the ongoing design and delivery of courses in manufacturing systems and
technology, computer integrated manufacturing and internet technologies;
• Develop and update course materials, assignments, and projects to meet industry
standards and emerging trends; and collaborate with other instructors, staff, and industry
experts to ensure course quality and relevance;
• Remain up to date with the latest technologies, trends, and applications in manufacturing
and systems automation: hybrid, smart, and cyber-physical systems; low power networks;
AI; and IoT and IIoT integration;
• Engage in pedagogical research.

Iowa State University College of Engineering

Deadline: October 24, 2024

https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/IowaStateJobs/job/Industrial-Engineering—Assistant-or-Associate-Professor_R15432

The Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering (IMSE) in the College of Engineering at Iowa State University (ISU) invites nominations and applications for two full-time open positions of tenure-track Assistant Professor with a scholarly focus in Operations Research and Analytics. Both positions are expected to begin in August 2025. Exceptional candidates with commensurate experience and proven track record will be considered for tenure and advanced rank of Associate Professor. The successful applicants will be participating in all aspects of the department’s mission, including developing a strong externally funded research program, teaching and supervising students at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and participating in service to the university and profession.

Required Qualifications
• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in industrial engineering or a closely aligned field
• Associate Professor candidates must also meet the university standards for appointment to the rank, including significant experience/accomplishments in the candidate’s area of expertise

Preferred Qualifications
• Evidence of ability to establish an independent research program in operations research and analytics
• Evidence of ability or potential for teaching excellence in operations research and analytics
• Evidence of collaboration in research and education

To apply, please submit your application and all materials electronically at the following link: https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/IowaStateJobs/job/Industrial-Engineering—Assistant-or-Associate-Professor_R15432

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications should be received by Thursday, October 24, 2024. All interested qualified persons must apply for this position online at http://jobs.iastate.edu to Job Requisition Number R15432.

The IMSE department is ranked in the top 25 by US News & World Report with over $4 million annual research expenditures; and will move into the new $70 million Therkildsen Industrial Engineering Building in 2025, with nearly 80,000 square feet of dedicated space. IMSE is one of eight departments in the College of Engineering, which exceeds $105 million in annual research expenditures. Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive and is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. More than 30,000 students are enrolled and are served by over 6,200 faculty and staff. Iowa State University is located in Ames and 30 minutes north of Des Moines, one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the Midwest. Both cities are frequently recognized for their livability and excellent schools. If you have questions about this vacancy, please email Dr. Siggi Olafsson (imsesearch@iastate.edu), chair of the search committee; and please visit the following website for further information about the department: www.imse.iastate.edu