University of Texas at San Antonio - Mechanical and Industrial Engineering - tenure track Assistant Professor

INSTITUTION: University of Texas at San Antonio
DEPARTMENT: Mechanical Engineering
POSITION: tenure track Assistant Professor
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FACULTY POSITION IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (Manufacturing Area):
The Department of Mechanical Engineering (http://engineering.utsa.edu/~mechanical/ ) in the College of Engineering at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) invites applicants to apply for a tenure track Assistant Professor position. Department of Mechanical Engineering is looking for an outstanding, innovative, and dynamic individual with a Ph.D. in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field. Preferred areas of interest are modeling/simulation, optimization, lean manufacturing, and applications of lean tools and concepts in the energy, environment, sustainability, and healthcare systems. The successful candidate must be able to support the teaching mission of the Department and build a successful, externally funded research program and support an active research consortium for the Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Lean Systems (CAMLS http://camls.utsa.edu/). The candidate is expected to develop and teach innovative courses, supervise graduate students, obtain funding for their research programs, and communicate their research results in quality journals and conferences. Some prior experience of interacting with industries via collaborative projects and/or delivery of short courses is desired. Interdisciplinary activities in research and teaching and interactions with the other departments within the College of Engineering are expected. Recent Ph.D. candidates with a strong commitment to research are particularly encouraged to apply for the position.

The city of San Antonio is a vibrant city of more than 1.3 million inhabitants, with significant economic growth, numerous industrial establishments and excellent school districts. The City and the University provide excellent cultural and educational opportunities as well as exceptional employment opportunities for spouses. The University has more than 31,000 students and is the third largest component in the University of Texas System. The College of Engineering at UTSA was established in 2000 and currently houses four departments. The Department is a fast-growing research oriented department with current extramural funding exceeding $14,000,000. The Department is offering 4 degree programs: BS in Mechanical Engineering, MS in Mechanical Engineering, MS in Advanced Manufacturing and Enterprise Engineering, and PhD in Mechanical Engineering with concentrations in Thermal & Fluid Systems, Design and Manufacturing Systems, and Mechanics & Materials.

The Search Committee will begin review of applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The target start date is August 2012. Applicants must submit the following materials:
• An application letter,
• A list of at least three references with current e-mails and telephone numbers,
• A statement of research and teaching interests, and
• A curriculum vitae

Application materials and inquiries may be sent electronically to: Marcela.Cabello@utsa.edu or by mail to:
Ms. Marcela Cabello
Attn: Manufacturing Search Committee
EB 3.04.02
Department of Mechanical Engineering
One UTSA Circle
San Antonio, Texas 78249

The University of Texas at San Antonio is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer and it is committed to diversity in its faculty and its educational programs. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants who are selected for interviews must be able to show proof that they will be eligible and qualified to work in the United States by time of hire.