Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), Reliability and Lifetime Performance of Metallic Materials

Case; Cleveland (OH); Sur place; USD 115 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Case Western Reserve University’s Case School of Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Reliability and Lifetime Performance of Metallic Materials. Desired expertise includes process-structure-property relationships, data analytics and ICME techniques, and visualizing multi-scale data to link microstructure to reliability.

Outstanding candidates at the Assistant Professor rank may start July 1, 2027, with potential for secondary or joint appointment (up to 25%)

Qualifications

• Earned PhD by start date.
• Excellence in academic record.
• Vision for innovative, societally relevant research and ability to implement.
• Strong teaching and mentoring commitment; for tenure, track record.
• Strong written and oral English communication.

Responsabilités

• Establish a funded, internationally recognized research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses; mentor students; contribute to curriculum development.
• Serve on department, school, university, and professional committees.
• Engage in interdisciplinary activities with external partners.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Teaching excellence

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

English proficiency

Formation

PhD in discipline

Description du poste

Case Western Reserve University: Case School of Engineering (FAC): Materials Science & Engineering (FAC)

Location

Cleveland, Ohio

Open Date

Oct 20, 2026

Deadline

Dec 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

Overview

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Reliability and Lifetime Performance of Metallic Materials. Desired areas of expertise include metallic materials domain expertise in process/structure/mechanical property relationships; integration of data analytics along with Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) techniques. Statistical methods to conduct, manage, analyze, and visualize experimental data that connects the multi-scale microstructure contributions to the reliability and lifetime performance of metallic materials is also desired. This is a tenure-track position and the goal is that this appointed individual will also contribute to the ongoing NSF-ERC on Hybrid Autonomous Manufacturing, “Moving from Evolution to Revolution (HAMMER),” bit.ly/3EmyWpE , catalyze collaborative research and education in the areas of mechanical reliability and lifetime performance of metallic materials, and provide momentum for new and emerging joint activities with other departments at CWRU.

Outstanding candidates at the Assistant Professor rank will be considered for an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. In recognition of the interdisciplinary nature of this field, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to consider a secondary or joint appointment (up to 25%) in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.

This position is part of an ambitious faculty hiring plan this year within the Case School of Engineering and is in support of the President’s and Provost’s Faculty 100 Initiative to hire at least 100 new tenure and tenure-track faculty at Case Western Reserve University ( https://case.edu/provost/initiatives/faculty-100 ) by 2028 in areas that address global challenges.

The Department is distinguished by its dynamic, innovative, and supportive culture, as well as its strong record of student satisfaction. Faculty in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering benefit from access to exceptional research infrastructure, including the Advanced Manufacturing and Mechanical Reliability Center (AMMRC), the Case Metals Processing Lab (CMPL), the Nitinol Commercialization Accelerator Lab (NCAL), the Swagelok Center for Surface Analysis of Materials (SCSAM), the Solar Durability and Lifetime Extension (SDLE) Core Facility and Research Center—with exposure and characterization capabilities, an Aconity LPBF tool, and an outdoor test facility—and Sears Think[box], a world-class innovation center and maker space. In addition, CWRU High Performance Computing (HPC) provides versatile high-performance computational resources, further complemented by SDLE’s 2.5 PB Hadoop clusters and Nvidia AISC infrastructure with 2.5 TB of GPU memory.

About Us

Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) is a leading private research university, located in Cleveland’s vibrant University Circle. The university is known for its strengths in interdisciplinary research, academic excellence, and collaboration with world-renowned healthcare, cultural, and industry partners. In 2026, CWRU was named to the Forbes’ “New Ivies” list. CWRU’s research expenditures trajectory also earned the #1 spot as the fastest-growing research university in the Association of American Universities (AAU).

Under the leadership of CWRU President Eric W. Kaler, the university is guided by three institutional priorities: to elevate academic excellence, expand the research enterprise and enhance community engagement and impact. The university is celebrating its bicentennial this year with the opening of a new $300 million interdisciplinary science and engineering building, intended to foster greater collaboration across disciplines to improve the world.

The Case School of Engineering is a major driver of innovation, discovery, and translational impact at Case Western Reserve. The school is known for excellence in both foundational and applied research, with strengths spanning biomedical engineering, computer and data sciences, materials, energy, robotics, manufacturing, human health, and emerging technologies. Faculty benefit from strong institutional support for research and innovation, as well as extensive opportunities to collaborate across the university and with major external partners including NASA Glenn Research Center, hospital affiliates (including the Cleveland Clinic), regional industry, and national laboratories. Faculty in the Case School of Engineering are encouraged to pursue joint appointments with external partners as well as other exchange opportunities such as industry-based sabbaticals. The school is at the forefront of CWRU’s new National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engine, NEO-SMART, backed by an NSF investment of up to $160M over 10 years with well over 70 partners across Northeast Ohio. The school’s educational mission is equally distinctive, emphasizing experiential learning and student mentorship.

Faculty are supported in their research pursuits through advanced instrumentation in shared facilities, advanced research computing resources, research centers and institutes, and strong administrative support for proposal development and grants management. Faculty are supported in their pursuit of teaching excellence and engineering educational innovations through the University Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education. CWRU also offers outstanding opportunities for pursuing entrepreneurship and translational research. The university supports innovation through resources for intellectual property development, commercialization, startup creation, and strategic partnerships, enabling faculty to extend the reach of their research from discovery to societal benefit.

CWRU's 267-acre campus is in the heart of Cleveland’s University Circle, one of the nation’s top arts districts and within walking distance of three major hospitals. Cleveland and its surrounding suburbs are known for their affordable, high-quality of life, with access to great schools, recreation options, and a vibrant community.

Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain an externally funded and internationally recognized research program
• Contribute to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education through teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, and contributing to curriculum development and innovations
• Participate in departmental, school, university, and professional-society service
• Engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary activities across the university and with external partners - including industry and national laboratories.

Salary & Benefits

In compliance with the City of Cleveland’s Pay Transparency Ordinance (effective October 27, 2025), the annual starting base salary range for this position is from $115,000 - $120,000. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off. For more details on CWRU’s benefits, see https://case.edu/hr/benefits .

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• An earned PhD in [discipline] or a closely related field by the start date
• An excellent academic record
• A clearly articulated vision for an innovative and societally relevant research program aligned with the strategic priorities of the department, and the skills to implement that vision
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and commitment to effective mentoring and student success, and if being considered for a tenured position, a strong track record of excellence in both teaching and mentoring
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Postdoctoral, industrial, or other relevant research experience beyond the Ph.D.
• Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity by phone at 216.368.3066 or by email at [e-mail] . Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.