Assistant / Associate Professor - Materials Science and Engineering

Position Location Fort Collins, CO Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number 202300467F Proposed Annual Salary Range $100,000 - $120,000 Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service.
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Position Type Faculty Work Hours/Week 40 Description of Work Unit Colorado State University is a premier public research institution, with over 34,000 students and a focus on sustainability.
CSU offers a diverse range of academic programs, including 76 undergraduate degrees, 114 graduate degrees, and 21 professional master’s programs.
Renowned for its world-class research, CSU attracts over $370 million in annual research funding, ranking second nationally in federal research support for universities without a medical school.
Situated in Fort Collins, a community of approximately 170,000, CSU benefits from its location along the Colorado Front Range, nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains.
Fort Collins consistently ranks as one of the most desirable places to live in the United States, boasting a pleasant climate, excellent schools, and abundant cultural and recreational opportunities.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at CSU is a key player in the university’s academic landscape.
With 46 faculty members, 13 staff members, 1,000 undergraduate students, and 150 graduate students, it stands as one of the largest and most productive departments on campus.
State-of-the-art labs provide hands-on experience for undergraduates, while annual research expenditures exceeding $13 million offer groundbreaking opportunities for graduate students, particularly in areas of health science, materials science, and research on energy and environment.
The School of Advanced Materials Discovery (SAMD) develops science and engineering professionals who will use multidisciplinary problem solving skills to address global challenges in the field of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE).
Materials research is an inter- and multi-disciplinary endeavor, involving expertise in chemistry, physics, and engineering at the core, but also utilizing concepts from various other scientific disciplines as well as business and sociology, as materials research is often very focused on creating a product for the marketplace more efficiently and effectively.
We educate future materials scientists and engineers to understand how different combinations of molecules can result in different thermal, mechanical, electrical, optical, and magnetic properties; to measure those properties at the atomic, electronic, surface and bulk level; and to manufacture usable devices from the resulting materials.
Diversity and inclusion are paramount values for the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
The department is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse community, integrating these principles into both education and research.
Faculty members actively contribute to this mission, emphasizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) in the curriculum and broader scientific community.
For more information, you can visit the Department of Mechanical Engineering’s website at www.
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Tenure/Tenure Track? Yes % Research 50% % Teaching 40% % Service 10% % Administration 0% To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 02/09/2024 Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date 08/16/2024 Position End Date Position Summary The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Colorado State University is seeking a tenure/tenure-track faculty position at the level of an assistant or associate professor.
This faculty member will have research and teaching expertise in materials science and engineering and related mechanical engineering areas including, but not limited to, areas that synergistically strengthen current research and teaching activities which encompass energy, aerospace, and health.
Materials science research areas of interest include the synthesis, processing, testing and characterization of metals, alloys, ceramics, smart materials, polymers, and biological materials as well as advanced manufacturing methodologies applied to these materials.
The selected individual will be designated one of two working titles based on experience: Assistant Professor for those with less than 5 years of experience and Associate Professor for those with more than 5 years.
This is a full-time, nine-month appointment.
The individual will be expected to build and maintain a strong, internationally recognized research program supported through external funding, to enhance the Department’s educational programs, and to provide service to the university and broader community.
We are seeking individuals passionate about contributing to the department’s educational offerings and providing meaningful service to the university and the broader community.
The role involves teaching and mentoring at various academic levels, from undergraduates to Ph.
D.
candidates, and actively shaping the future generation of engineers.
Candidates with dedication to innovative teaching methodologies are highly encouraged.
A successful faculty member is expected to teach courses in our mechanical and materials engineering curricula at the undergraduate and graduate levels, advise undergraduate and graduate students, and develop advanced courses in their area of expertise.
A successful individual is expected to make contributions to the School of Advanced Materials Discovery.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Required Job Qualifications PhD degree in mechanical engineering, materials science and engineering, or a closely related field by the position start date; Demonstrated impactful scholarship, and the potential to build a robust extra-murally funded research program; Ability and enthusiasm to teach courses in the Mechanical Engineering Department and SAMD’s MSE curricula; and Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our academic community and beyond.
Preferred Job Qualifications Experience beyond doctoral training in an academic, government, or industrial setting; Evidence of high-quality research commensurate with experience; Experience teaching Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering courses; and Evidence of teaching effectiveness.
Special Instructions to Applicants People who are interested in this position must submit a cover letter, which addresses how education and experiences align with the required and preferred job qualifications, a current resume or curriculum vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement (including evidence of teaching effectiveness), and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals.
If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students.
To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer.
The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification.
Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker.
The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.
The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.
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The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.
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The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co.
80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.
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Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Diversity Statement Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.
Search Contact Chris Weinberger, chris.
weinberger@colostate.
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Percentage Of Time 50% Job Duty Category Teach and Advise / Mentor Duty/Responsibility Develop, plan, and deliver courses within the Mechanical Engineering and SAMD curriculum to both undergraduate and graduate students; and Provide guidance and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students, preparing them for their future career paths and professional endeavors.
Percentage Of Time 40% Job Duty Category Service to Department, College, University, and Discipline Duty/Responsibility Actively participate in department, college, and university committees to improve the academic community; and Contribute to the broader academic discipline through extramural activities, such as membership in academic society committees and peer-reviewing submissions for academic journals, conferences, and funding opportunities.
Percentage Of Time 10%