Cornell University - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (Fluid Dynamics) - Asst Prof preferred

INSITUTION: Cornell University
DEPARTMENT: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
POSITION: Assistant Professor preferred
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The Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Cornell University, Ithaca, New York invites applications for a faculty position in fluid dynamics. Candidates must hold a doctorate in an appropriate field and are expected to establish an outstanding, funded research program as well as contribute fully to both undergraduate and graduate instruction. Applicants at the level of Assistant Professor are preferred but appointments at the Associate Professor level will be considered. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

We seek outstanding individuals engaged in computational, theoretical and/or experimental research in fluid mechanics. Areas of particular interest include: bio-fluid mechanics, energy and CFD. Other areas of interest are the school's current strengths in fluid mechanics including: nano/micro fluid mechanics, high Reynolds number flows and turbulence, two phase flows, and vortex dynamics.

Cornell University fosters interdisciplinary research and an atmosphere of cooperation through its Centers and Field system. Faculty in fluid dynamics have outstanding opportunities to interact with a number of programs across the university including the Cornell Center for a Sustainable Future that provides infrastructure for energy research and the Cornell Nanofabrication Facility that houses cutting edge laboratories for use in micro and bio fluids research.

The Sibley School and the College of Engineering at Cornell embrace diversity and seek candidates who will foster a climate that attracts students of all races, nationalities and genders. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply. Cornell University seeks to meet the needs of dual career couples, has a Dual Career program, and is a member of the Upstate New York Higher Education Recruitment Consortium to assist with dual career searches.

Please submit an application on line, at https://fast.mae.cornell.edu. Applications should include a cover letter, a complete resume, a statement of research and teaching interests and experiences, and the names of at least three references. All applications received by December 31, 2010 will receive full consideration this academic year. Applications will be evaluated on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in an appropriate field for tenure-track faculty position in fluid dynamics. Candidates are expected to establish an outstanding, funded research program as well as contribute fully to both undergraduate and graduate instruction.

Cornell University, located in Ithaca, New York, is an inclusive, dynamic, and innovative Ivy League university and New York's land-grant institution. Its staff, faculty, and students impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas and best practices to further the university's mission of teaching, research, and outreach.

* Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer.