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University of Illinois Chicago

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Mechanical Engineering

University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Mechanical Engineering

Hiring Department : Mechanical and Industrial EngineeringLocation : Chicago, IL USARequisition ID : 1027836Posting Close Date : January 13, 2025About the University of Illinois ChicagoUIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.Description:Position SummaryThe Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at the University of Illinois Chicago invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions in all areas of Mechanical Engineering. We have special interest in candidates with backgrounds in digital twin and AI/ML technologies, autonomous science, multiphysics modeling, advanced manufacturing, thermofluids and phase transitions, and energy related fields. Computational and theoretical scientists who are enthusiastic about teaching our diverse student body are welcome to apply. Individuals will also be considered at associate or full professor rank if they possess outstanding qualifications commensurate with the rank.The Department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering, and Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, and currently has an undergraduate enrollment of about 900 and a graduate enrollment of about 207. More information about the Department can be found at

http://www.mie.uic.edu . Applicants are required to send a letter of application indicating their qualifications, an up-to-date CV including the names and contact information of three references, and separate one-page statements outlining their future research and teaching plans. For fullest consideration, applications must be submitted online at

https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12133?c=uic

by December 16, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. The expected starting date is August 16, 2025.Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities are to develop and maintain an active, externally-funded research program as well as teach courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, advise students, participate in the intellectual life of the Department and University, and provide service to the University.Qualifications:Minimum QualificationsApplicants are required to have an earned Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field and are expected to develop and maintain an active, externally funded research program as well as teach courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

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