Assistant Professor, Mining & Metallurgical Eng — Innovate & Lead

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

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.