Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute-Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Nuclear Engineering-Nuclear Engineering Faculty Position (T/TT)

INSTITUTION: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
DEPARTMENT: Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Nuclear Engineering
POSITION: Assistant/Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering (Tenure-Track)
LINK: mane.rpi.edu
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The Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Nuclear Engineering (MANE) at RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE in Troy, NY invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of Nuclear Engineering to begin August 15, 2014 or thereafter.  The emphasis is on individuals at the Assistant or Associate Professor levels. Exceptionally qualified individuals in all areas of nuclear engineering are encouraged to apply. Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience in all aspects of reactor thermal hydraulics, dynamics and safety. 

Candidates must possess an earned PhD or foreign degree equivalent in Nuclear Engineering or a closely related field. In addition, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the potential to carry out the following position duties:  develop and maintain an internationally recognized, interdisciplinary program of funded research in Nuclear Engineering, to actively contribute to the core graduate and undergraduate teaching missions of MANE and engage in department, institute and professional service activities.

MANE is in a period of unprecedented growth with many new faculty positions anticipated in the next five years fueled by the recently announced Faculty Expansion Initiative in the School of Engineering. Research conducted at MANE addresses some of the world’s most pressing technological challenges—from energy and sustainable development to materials, manufacturing, controls, biotechnology and human health—and the faculty members are at the leading edge of their fields. The department's annual research expenditures total more than $13 million. More than 1,100 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students are currently enrolled in MANE.

The Nuclear Engineering Program at Rensselaer houses a powerful electron linear accelerator capable of delivering intense neutron and gamma beams, a unique low power (<100W) open pool reactor, and several teaching and research laboratories. These facilities provide an excellent opportunity to develop unique leading research and teaching programs. As part of its strategic initiative to revitalize and grow the Nuclear Engineering program, the School of Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY is pleased to offer this unique opportunity to help define and shape the Nuclear Engineering program through the nuclear "renaissance" and the 21st century.

Applicants must send a cover letter, complete CV, up to a three-page statement of research accomplishments and goals, a one-page description of teaching interests and contact information for a minimum of four professional references.  Please send material in a single PDF document to mane@rpi.edu, subject line:  Nuclear Engineering Faculty Position.

We welcome candidates who will bring diverse intellectual, geographical, gender and ethnic perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Website:  mane.rpi.edu

Application review is ongoing and applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.  Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, particularly encourages applications from women and minority candidates.