Assistant or Associate Professor, Nuclear Engineering (2684)

Idaho State University; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability plan

Retirement options with company contribution

Generous paid time off

Paid time off

Job summary

A public university in Idaho is seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor in Nuclear Engineering. The role involves teaching at all levels and engaging in research, particularly in nuclear-oriented digital twin, machine learning, or artificial intelligence. The position offers competitive salary and benefits. Interested candidates must submit a CV, cover letter, teaching and research statement, and references.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in nuclear engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated teaching experience in nuclear engineering preferred.
• Postdoctoral experience and potential joint appointments with federal or state entities considered positively.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Develop externally funded research.
• Contribute to the operation and promotion of the Department.
• Engage with the Idaho National Laboratory and other laboratories.
• Participate in on-campus education and research.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering

Job description

Overview

Assistant or Associate Professor, Nuclear Engineering (2684) – Pocatello, Main campus. Open until filled.

Idaho State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the Nuclear Engineering Department. The department offers Nuclear Engineering degrees at the bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. levels. Courses are available on the Pocatello and Idaho Falls campuses and online via the University LMS. Some courses are offered in the early evening to accommodate Idaho National Laboratory employees. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time.

Job Description

The Nuclear Engineering Department seeks candidates with capabilities and experience in various Nuclear Engineering fields. Candidates with nuclear-oriented digital twin, machine learning, or artificial intelligence experience are especially sought.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Develop externally funded research.
• Contribute to the operation and promotion of the Department, the University, and the profession.
• Engage with the Idaho National Laboratory and other laboratories to advance department goals.
• Participate in on-campus education and research using facilities such as the ISU AGN-201 nuclear reactor and the subcritical facility.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in nuclear engineering or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated teaching experience in nuclear engineering is preferred.
• Postdoctoral experience and potential joint appointments with federal or state entities will be positively considered.

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, a cover letter, a statement regarding teaching and research development, and a list of three professional references with current contact information. This position will remain open until filled. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability plan, EAP, retirement options with company contribution, and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. Offers are conditional on a successful background investigation conducted by HireRight.

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EEO and Accessibility

Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities. The State of Idaho provides access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, contact 208-334-2263 or email [e-mail]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal law.