Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering - Thermal Science

University of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rhode Island seeks an Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering specializing in Thermal Science. The candidate will lead research in energy systems and teach undergraduate/graduate thermal sciences. This tenure-track position helps shape the future of engineering education and energy technology.

Qualifications

• Doctorate required by appointment date.
• Ability to teach thermodynamics at undergraduate or graduate level.
• Potential for scholarly achievement evidenced by publications.

Responsibilities

• Establish a nationally recognized research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Work with diverse groups in academia.

Skills

Teaching

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Research

Education

Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering - Thermal Science

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Position Information

Job Title Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering - Thermal Science Job Description Summary, Duties and Responsibilities, Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications

The search will remain open until the position has been filled.

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The Department of Mechanical, Industrial, and Systems Engineering at the University of Rhode Island (URI) invites applications at the Assistant Professor level from outstanding individuals with demonstrated expertise or research potential in the broad area of Thermal Sciences and Energy Systems.

Applicable areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Chemically reactive energy systems
• Low carbon fuels
• Carbon storage and sequestration
• Hydrogen economy
• Energy storage
• Thermal radiation and its applications
• Multi-phase heat transfer
• Shipboard and undersea vehicle energy systems, power and propulsion
• Low carbon shipping
• Generative AI-assisted thermal system simulation or management
• Nuclear energy
  
  

We expect to fill this tenure-track, academic-year position in the Spring of 2025 or later. Interested applicants can learn more about the department by visiting its website (https://web.uri.edu/engineering/).

The successful candidate will be expected to establish a nationally and internationally recognized research program and become an international leader in this field. She/He will have earned a doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or related fields.

The University of Rhode Island is nationally recognized for its energy initiatives, including significant contributions to renewable energy, energy storage projects and partnerships across academia, research, industry, and the community.

Required Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or related field at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, including thermodynamics.
• Demonstrated record or potential for scholarly achievement evidenced by publications, presentations, or awards in areas related to thermal sciences and energy.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong expertise augmented by recognized scholarly contributions in Thermal Sciences and Energy.
• Demonstrated track record in computational and experimental modeling of energy systems.
• Ability to teach courses in at least one of the following subjects: environmental fluid mechanics, gas dynamics, wave dynamics, or energy topics in addition to developing courses in their area of expertise.
• Publications in professional journals commensurate with experience.
• Ability to foster a nurturing and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff.
  
  

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The University of Rhode Island is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University of Rhode Island to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.

Union AAUP - American Assoc of Univ Professors Status Academic Year, Full-time, Tenure-track, Permanent End Date of Restriction or Limitation

Department Information

Department Mech., Ind. & Sys. Engineering Contact(s)

Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)

Contact Email Campus Location Kingston Grant Funded No Extension Contingent on Funding Date Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach the following 5 (PDF) documents to your online Faculty Employment Application:

(#1) Cover Letter.

(#2) Curriculum Vitae including the full contact information for at least three professional references.

(#3) A narrative (two to four pages, as one complete document) describing your research and how it relates to the required qualifications.

(#4) A narrative (one to two pages, as one complete document) describing your teaching background, philosophy, and preferences, including existing courses in our department and new courses you might develop.

(#5) A diversity statement (one to two pages, as one complete document) describing your past or future contributions to equity and inclusive excellence in the areas of research, teaching and/or outreach.

Posting Information

Position Number 106331 Posting Number F00421 Posting Date 08/19/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/13812

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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