Assistant Professor, Mining and Metallurgical Engineering

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Sick leave

Fitness Center access

Lifecycle/long-term disability

Tuition benefits

Dual Career Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in Mining Engineering. The role includes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring students, and contributing to curriculum development.

We seek a candidate who can establish an externally funded research program in mining automation, ventilation, safety, or related topics, collaborate across disciplines, and engage with industry partners.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mining Engineering or a closely related field by the start date.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mine design, mining automation, mine safety, ventilation, blasting, and general mining engineering.
• Establish an externally funded research program addressing mining industry challenges.
• Serve on departmental and university committees and engage with professional societies.

Skills

Teaching & mentoring

Curriculum development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Student advising

Professional engagement in SME

Education

Ph.D. in Mining Engineering or closely related field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching: Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mine design, mining automation, mine safety, Ventilation, blasting, and general mining engineering. Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students. Contribute to curriculum development and innovative teaching methodologies, including online or hybrid course delivery.
• Research: Establish a strong, externally funded research program addressing critical challenges in the mining industry. Research areas may include, but are not limited to: Mine automation and data analytics Mine ventilation and safety Drilling, blasting, and explosives engineering Resource and reserve estimation Other related mining engineering topics Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations with other departments, research institutes, and industry partners. Secure research grants and publish findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.
• Service: Serve on departmental, college, and university committees. Support the department’s strategic initiatives, including program development, accreditation, and community outreach. Actively participate in professional societies such as the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME). Contribute to journal editorial and peer-review processes.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mining Engineering or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in mining automation, data analytics, and related digital technologies.
• A strong research record, demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications and successful acquisition of external funding.
• Experience in interdisciplinary research and industry collaborations.
• Professional experience in the mining industry; Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is a plus.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching with experience in curriculum development and innovative instructional methods.
• Active engagement in professional organizations such as SME.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and service.

Compensation

Grade Assistant Professor

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select (9-month contract) Academic Faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Perks of working at UNR

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Generous sick leave, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Faculty Benefits E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
• E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
• Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty.
• Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University.
• Faculty Senate No state income tax!
• Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate.
• Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner.
• Faculty Grants-in-Aid Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program Department Information

Department Information

The University of Nevada, Reno, has a deep-rooted history in mining, dating back 150 years to the Comstock Lode era. The Department of Mining and Metallurgical Engineering, part of the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, has played a central role in the university’s success and Nevada’s economic development. The state, historically known for its gold and silver production, is now a critical player in the sustainable resource sector, boasting seven of the largest lithium deposits in the United States. This positions UNR and the Mackay School at the forefront of modern mining, contributing to the nation’s transition toward a sustainable, lithium-powered future. The department remains a hub for students and professionals seeking to advance their careers while shaping the future of responsible resource development.

Contact Information

Search Committee Chair: Dr. Behrooz Abbasi at [e-mail]

Administrative Contact: Beth Jacobsen at [phone]; [e-mail]

EEO & Diversity Statement

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Additional Information

NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Center for Civil Rights & Equal Access Zeva Edmondson Director, Title IX Coordinator Center for Civil Rights and Equal Access 1664 N. Virginia Street Reno, NV 89557 [phone] [e-mail] The University of Nevada, Reno, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Zeva Edmondson, Director, Title IX Coordinator, Center for Civil Rights and Equal Access, University of Nevada, Reno, 1664 N. Virginia Street, Continuing Education Building, Room 206, m/s 158, Reno, Nevada 89557-0158, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail]; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both. Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found here. If you need any accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Si necesita alguna acomodación para completar una solicitud, comuníquese con Recursos Humanos en [e-mail]. Information regarding security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found at UNR's website. NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945. Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.