Assistant Professor, Mining Engineering — Teaching & Research Leader

University of Nevada, Reno; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Sick leave

Fitness center

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for two full-time, 9-month tenure-track faculty positions in Mining Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a start date of July 1, 2027. We seek dynamic candidates committed to teaching, research, and service.

Applicants will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, and build an externally funded research program focused on mine automation, ventilation, drilling and blasting, and related topics.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mining Engineering by start date.

Responsibilities

• 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 methods (including online/hybrid delivery).
• Establish a funded research program and secure external grants.
• Collaborate across departments, with research institutes and industry partners.
• Engage in service through committees and professional societies.

Skills

Mine design

Mining automation

Mine safety

Ventilation

Blasting

Curriculum development

Research mentorship

Education

Ph.D. in Mining Engineering

Job description

The University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for two full-time, 9-month tenure-track faculty positions in Mining Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a start date of July 1, 2027. We seek dynamic candidates committed to teaching, research, and service.

Applicants will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, and build an externally funded research program focused on mine automation, ventilation, drilling and blasting, and related topics.