Hypersonics Materials Scientist - Tenure-Track, MINDS Fellow

Materials Research Society; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Memphis invites applications for an assistant professor tenure-track faculty position in Hypersonic Materials and Extreme Environments in the Department of Physics and Materials Science. The successful candidate will also hold the designation of the Memphis Institute for National Defense Sciences (MINDS) Distinguished Fellow in Hypersonic Materials and Extreme Environments.

The candidate will lead a funded research program on high-temperature materials and technologies for

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant field.
• Experience in leading research programs and securing external funding.
• Proven record of teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in physics and materials science.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Develop and lead MINDS THERMAL research activities and collaborations.
• Establish a nationally recognized, externally funded research program.

Skills

Teaching

Mentoring

Grant writing

Leadership

Education

PhD in physics, materials science, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a closely related field

Job description

The University of Memphis invites applications for an assistant professor tenure-track faculty position in Hypersonic Materials and Extreme Environments in the Department of Physics and Materials Science. The successful candidate will also hold the designation of the Memphis Institute for National Defense Sciences (MINDS) Distinguished Fellow in Hypersonic Materials and Extreme Environments.

The candidate will lead a funded research program on high-temperature materials and technologies for