Mechanical Engineering
 

Mechanical Engineering Faculty Search, 2007-2008

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The Department of Mechanical Engineering of the University of Washington invites applications for one or more full-time, tenure eligible faculty positions which will be available at the start of the 2008–2009 academic year. The position(s) will be at the rank of assistant professor tenure eligible, but may be at the rank of associate professor or full professor depending on the qualifications of the applicant.

The Department seeks outstanding individuals working in emerging areas such as: advanced materials, structures, and manufacturing; environmentally-sensitive energy conversion; quantum systems engineering; or bio-inspired sensors and actuators.

The University of Washington is a strong and well-recognized research and educational institution consistently ranked within the top five of all research institutions in terms of total federal funding. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service. For detailed information on the Mechanical Engineering Department, go to www.me.washington.edu. Successful applicants will be expected to provide quality teaching and innovative research that may intersect with the existing research centers listed on the website. They will be expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses, to advise graduate students during the pursuit of their degrees, and to develop a highly visible externally-funded research program. An earned PhD or ScD in mechanical engineering or in an appropriate engineering or related discipline is required.

Applicants should include the following documents and information with their letter of application: To apply online, visit the Online Application.

To apply by mail, send all application materials to:

Search Committee
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Box 352600
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 98195-2600


Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by January 30, 2008.

The University of Washington is a recipient of a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation award to increase the participation of women in academic science and engineering careers. The University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The University of Washington is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans.

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