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I've specialized for 31 years in the placement of Metallurgical, Materials, and Welding Engineers in the areas of R&D, Q.C., Production, Sales & Marketing, nationwide. My background as a Met. Eng. can help you! Salaries to $190K. Fees paid by Co. Call/Send/E-mail resume:
Michael Heineman, Meta-Find, Inc.
PO Box 610525, Bayside, NY 11361
Phone: (212) 867-8100
E-mail: mikeh@meta-findny.com
Web: www.metafindny.com

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The Materials Science & Engineering Department (http://mse.mst.edu/) of Missouri University of Science and Technology (formerly University of Missouri-Rolla) is seeking two highly qualified applicants for tenure-track assistant professorships. Exceptional candidates may be considered for tenure track positions at the associate professor or full professor level. Each position will be supported with competitive salary, start-up package, and endowed funds that provide research support during the candidate's tenure track appointment. Successful candidates are expected to contribute to the overall materials research mission of the department with emphasis in any of the following areas: physical metallurgy, mechanical behavior of materials, materials characterization, sustainable manufacturing technology, computational materials science, modeling of materials behavior or modeling of materials processes. Collaborative and interdisciplinary research through the Graduate Center for Materials Research (http://mrc.mst.edu/) or the Intelligent Systems Center (http://isc.mst.edu/) will be encouraged.

Applicants are expected to have earned a doctoral degree in metallurgical engineering or in a materials science-related field. Post-doctoral research and teaching experience in materials science and engineering are highly desirable. The successful applicants will be expected to develop a self-sustaining, extramurally funded and internationally acclaimed research program and contribute to the overall teaching mission of the department with an emphasis in the metallurgical engineering program.

Sponsored research expenditures of the MSE department are over $6.5M per year. The MSE department maintains degree programs in metallurgical engineering, ceramic engineering, and materials science and engineering. Our metallurgical engineering program is one of the largest and most respected in the US. The department has 18 full-time faculty and 200 undergraduate students and 65 graduate students.

Applications must be electronically submitted to the Missouri University of Science and Technology's Human Resource Office using the following address: hrsinfo@mst.edu. Please include the reference number 00030919 in the subject line of the corresponding e-mail. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching accomplishments and plans, and names and contact information of at least four professional references. Acceptable electronic formats that can be used include PDF and Word. Review of applications will begin March 1, 2012, and will continue until the positions are filled.

Missouri S&T participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.

The final candidate is required to provide official transcript(s) for any college degree(s) listed in application materials submitted. Copies of transcript(s) must be provided prior to the start of employment. In addition, the final candidate may be required to verify other credentials listed in application materials.

Failure to provide official transcript(s) or other required verification may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.

Missouri S&T is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam-era veteran. Females, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at McMaster University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position. The appointment is intended to be at the Assistant or Associate Professor level; however, consideration will also be given to exceptional candidates at the Full Professor level. It is important to note that the search will not be limited to a specific sub-discipline within the field and qualified candidates with research expertise in any area of materials science and engineering, traditional or emerging, will be considered.

McMaster University, one of the Top 100 universities in the world (THE and AWRU rankings of world universities), boasts a network of academic institutes that provide stimulating interdisciplinary research opportunities, such as the Canadian Centre for Electron Microscopy, the Brockhouse Institute for Materials Research, the Centre for Automotive Materials and Corrosion, and the Steel Research Centre. For more information on the experimental facilities and current research interests of the department the applicant is invited to visit our website at: mse.mcmaster.ca.

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in Materials Science/Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or a closely related discipline. The successful applicant will be expected to develop a strong, externally funded research program and demonstrate a commitment to teaching and curriculum development at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Within a reasonable time period after joining the department, the successful candidate is expected to obtain a full or limited license with the Professional Engineers of Ontario.

Applications will be accepted until April 1, 2012 and the anticipated starting date for the position is January 1, 2013. Applications by e-mail are encouraged.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within the community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University welcomes applications from all qualified applicants, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Interested applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, a selection of research publications, and the names and addresses of at least three references to:

Faculty Selection Committee
Department of Materials Science and Engineering, McMaster University
1280 Main St. West, JHE 357, Hamilton, Ontario, L8S 4L7, Canada
Email: matsci@mcmaster.ca
Reference: MATERIALS 2012

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The School of Engineering of EPFL invites applications from candidates for the position of tenure-track assistant professor within its Institute of Materials. We seek exceptional individuals who will develop and drive a research program at the forefront of the discipline, who have a strong dedication to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and who will be proactive members of a vibrant Materials community.

Top-level applicants in those areas of Materials Science and Engineering that are concerned, in a broad sense, with the following topics are of particular interest:
(i) electrochemistry as applied to the processing, microstructural tailoring or performance of materials,
(ii) the processing, microstructural tailoring, characterization or performance of materials having surface functionality, and
(iii) modeling and simulation as relevant to the processing, microstructural development and performance of materials.

Start-up resources and state-of-the-art research infrastructure will be available. Salaries and benefits are internationally competitive.

The EPFL, located in Lausanne, Switzerland, is a dynamically growing and well-funded institution fostering excellence and diversity. It has a highly international campus at an exceptionally attractive location boasting first-class infrastructure. As a technical university covering essentially the entire palette of engineering and science, EPFL offers a fertile environment for research cooperation between different disciplines.

The EPFL environment is multi-lingual and multi-cultural, with English often serving as a common interface.

Applications should include a cover letter with a statement of motivation, curriculum vitae, list of publications and patents, concise statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and addresses of at least five referees. Applications must be uploaded in PDF format to the recruitment web site: imx-search12.epfl.ch

Formal evaluation of candidates will begin on 1 March 2012.
Enquiries may be addressed to:
Prof. Andreas Mortensen
Search Chairman
e-mail: imx-search@epfl.ch

For additional information on EPFL, please consult the web sites: www.epfl.ch, sti.epfl.ch. and imx.epfl.ch.

EPFL is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, and strongly encourages women to apply.

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I've specialized for 31 years in the placement of Metallurgical, Materials, and Welding Engineers in the areas of R&D, Q.C., Production, Sales & Marketing, nationwide. My background as a Met. Eng. can help you! Salaries to $190K. Fees paid by Co. Call/Send/E-mail resume:
Michael Heineman, Meta-Find, Inc.
PO Box 610525, Bayside, NY 11361
Phone: (212) 867-8100
E-mail: mikeh@meta-findny.com
Web: www.metafindny.com

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Wright State University (WSU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering (MME). The position requires that the candidate initially allocate 50% of time in support of the MME Department and 50% of time working with Mound Laser & Photonics Center, Inc. (MLPC www.mlpc.com), a small business that combines research and development and contract manufacturing in laser materials processing. This novel and revolutionary concept of a joint position between small business and university has the full support of the Ohio Board of Regents. It is designed to expose students to manufacturing at an early stage in their education and accelerate the transition of technology from the research and development laboratory to the commercial market place. The faculty member will work closely with MLPC personnel to further develop the concept, which involves shared facilities and joint publications between WSU and MLPC.

The position is at the associate professor level, however exceptional candidates can be considered for the rank of full professor. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a funded research program in collaboration with MLPC and teach courses in the Mechanical and Materials Engineering Department at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additional educational activities will take place with MLPC's research and development team.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline along with several years of academic or industrial experience that demonstrates propensity for scholarship, developing a research program, and teaching. Examples of the research areas include laser processing, additive manufacturing, direct part manufacturing, rapid prototyping, processing and manufacturing applications at the micro and nano levels, and green/sustainable manufacturing. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2012.

Applicants for the position must apply to https://jobs.wright.edu. Please include a resume, statement about teaching philosophy and research interests, as well as the names and contact information of three references.

Review of applications will begin April 2, 2012.

WSU is a public institution of over 20,000 students located in a technologically rich region of southwestern Ohio adjacent to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The MME Department has active research centers in the areas of Advanced Power and Energy Conversion, Micro Air Vehicles, and Computational Design and Optimization.

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.

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Material Mechanics lab at GE Global Research - Bangalore, conducts advanced research in the area of Composite Materials. The lab's focus is to accelerate the implementation of polymer and ceramic matrix composites in GE businesses through process and mechanics modeling supported by specialized testing. It works closely with the teams in Niskayuna and Munich to support projects for GE-Energy, Aviation, SABIC, Medical Systems, Water and Oil & Gas.

We are looking for candidates with a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering/Materials Science with strong background in mechanics of composite materials and has 10 + years of experience in the industry or academia.

Reach out to us at Bangalore.Globalresearch@ge.com for more details. The details of the job 1282757 is uploaded in www.ge.com/careers.

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The Department of Nuclear Engineering at North Carolina State University (NCSU) in Raleigh, North Carolina, is seeking a qualified individual for a Tenure Track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level; however, exceptionally qualified candidates may be considered for appointment at higher rank. The successful applicant will, as part of their duties, perform research with the Consortium for Advanced Simulation of Light Water Reactors (CASL), a DOE energy innovation hub, via a joint appointment with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Applicants must have earned a doctorate in nuclear engineering or a closely related field.

Applicants for this position are specifically desired with expertise in the development of materials science based modeling and simulation capabilities, including validation via usage of experimental data, and application of the developed capabilities to nuclear energy systems. More information can be found at The Department of Nuclear Engineering at North Carolina State University (NCSU) in Raleigh, North Carolina, is seeking a qualified individual for a Tenure Track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level; however, exceptionally qualified candidates may be considered for appointment at higher rank. The successful applicant will, as part of their duties, perform research with the Consortium for Advanced Simulation of Light Water Reactors (CASL), a DOE energy innovation hub, via a joint appointment with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Applicants must have earned a doctorate in nuclear engineering or a closely related field.

Applicants for this position are specifically desired with expertise in the development of materials science based modeling and simulation capabilities, including validation via usage of experimental data, and application of the developed capabilities to nuclear energy systems.

More information can be found at http://www.ne.ncsu.edu.

The position entails teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in nuclear engineering, participating in CASL research activities, and conducting externally funded research at NCSU with the objective of building and leading a world class research team. The selected candidate is expected to introduce new graduate-level courses based on his or her research expertise.

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate a high potential for developing a successful research and teaching program. Interested candidates should apply online at http://jobs.ncsu.edu and reference Position #102420. Please attach a letter of application, a brief statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, a curriculum vita, copies of up to three substantive publications or technical reports, and names and addresses of three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is appointed.

For those candidates with disabilities who require accommodations during the application process, please contact 919-513-3148. AA/EOE. In addition, NCSU welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation.

The position entails teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in nuclear engineering, participating in CASL research activities, and conducting externally funded research at NCSU with the objective of building and leading a world class research team. The selected candidate is expected to introduce new graduate-level courses based on his or her research expertise.

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate a high potential for developing a successful research and teaching program. Interested candidates should apply online at http://jobs.ncsu.edu and reference Position #102420. Please attach a letter of application, a brief statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, a curriculum vita, copies of up to three substantive publications or technical reports, and names and addresses of three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is appointed.

For those candidates with disabilities who require accommodations during the application process, please contact 919-513-3148. AA/EOE. In addition, NCSU welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation.

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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology invites applications for the position of Department Head and Professor of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering. This is a twelve month position with a desired start date of July 1, 2012. The successful applicant will possess an earned doctorate in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering/Science or a closely related field, from an accredited university, with a record of teaching, scholarship, and service sufficient to warrant a tenured appointment.

The Department Head supervises the MME faculty and staff and reports directly to the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs. The primary responsibilities of the department head are to provide visionary leadership; to encourage excellence and innovation in teaching, research, and service; to advance professional development of the faculty and staff; and to promote productive relationships with students, parents, alumni, industry, and government agencies. The well qualified candidate will have demonstrated successful administrative skills, a balanced perspective on teaching and research, and the ability to lead a faculty representing a range of interests.

The Department of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering currently has six full-time faculty positions with expertise in chemical metallurgy/mineral processing, physical metallurgy, friction stir processing and biomaterials. Modern materials laboratories, an NSF Industry/University Cooperative Research Center and an NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site support the faculty endeavors. Department enrollment is approximately 85 undergraduate and 20 graduate students. The Department offers a B.S. degree in Metallurgical Engineering and participates in the multidisciplinary Materials Engineering and Science and Biomedical Engineering graduate degree programs.

Individuals interested in this position must apply online at http://sdmines.sdsmt.edu/sdsmt/employment. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the on-line application process and can be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin on January 3, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation. For more information about the School of Mines and Rapid City, visit: www.sdsmt.edu and http://visitrapidcity.com.

SDSM&T is an EEO/AA/ADA employer & provider

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The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering (CME) invites applications from outstanding candidates for a faculty position at the level of Full Professor in Materials Science and Engineering. However, exceptional candidates at the Associate Professor level will also be considered. Candidates with a doctorate degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering will be preferred. The candidates are required to have a proven, funded research record in her/his area of specialization. Preferred areas of research include renewable energy and energy-related materials, including but not limited to hydrogen research, batteries, solar-thermal, photovoltaics, fuel cells, and advanced materials for geothermal power. The selected candidate will also be expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses, supervise MS and PhD students, and engage in outreach activities. Interested candidates will have an opportunity to be considered for the position of Director of the University of Nevada's Renewable Energy Center. Please visit (https://www.unrsearch.com/postings/9720) for further information and to apply. All application materials should be submitted electronically to the website. AA/EEO Women and under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

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The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, invites applications for the Education and Human Resources Development (EHRD) Coordinator for C-PHOM, a 6-year NSF-funded Materials Research Science and Engineering Center. The EHRD Coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of education, outreach, and assessment, including the recruitment and placement of students, processing of applications, design and implementation of a research training program for high school students, future education and career tracking of the students, educational assessment and evaluation, and education-based grant and report writing. The EHRD Coordinator candidate is expected to be highly organized, have excellent oral and written communication skills, and be able to work with a diverse group of students, teachers, and faculty. This is a half-time position which may expand to full-time if the program budget allows. A master's degree or higher in a STEM field is required. Applications should include a cover letter and resume, submitted as one pdf file at the following link: http://umjobs.org/job_detail/63746/education_and_human_resource_development_coordinator. For job content related questions, please contact Professor Rachel S. Goldman: rsgold@umich.edu.

UM is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action employer.

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I've specialized for 31 years in the placement of Metallurgical, Materials, and Welding Engineers in the areas of R&D, Q.C., Production, Sales & Marketing, nationwide. My background as a Met. Eng. can help you! Salaries to $190K. Fees paid by Co. Call/Send/E-mail resume:
Michael Heineman, Meta-Find, Inc.
PO Box 610525, Bayside, NY 11361
Phone: (212) 867-8100
E-mail: mikeh@meta-findny.com
Web: www.metafindny.com

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The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (www.mse.iastate.edu) at Iowa State University (ISU) has an immediate opening for a tenured or tenure-track faculty position at the Full Professor level with demonstrated leadership experience and expertise in the Physical and Chemical Metallurgy of Rare Earths. This position will be a joint appointment as a faculty member with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and as a senior investigator at the appropriate level with the Ames Laboratory (www.ameslab.gov), a U.S. DOE National Laboratory. Exceptional candidates with demonstrated expertise but insufficient experience to qualify for the appointment at the Full Professor level may be considered for tenure-track Associate or Assistant Professor level appointments.

Responsibilities will include research performed at the senior investigator level at the Ames Laboratory, graduate student and postdoctoral research associate supervision, as well as undergraduate and graduate teaching and service activities. The candidate also will have opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary collaborations with various centers located on the Iowa State Campus, including the Center for Nondestructive Evaluation (www.cnde.iastate.edu) and the Micro-Electronics Research Center.

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering has 22 tenured and tenure-track faculty members, of whom two are National Academy of Engineering members, nearly 200 undergraduate students, and 90 graduate students. Sponsored research expenditures of the department are over $12M per year. The Ames Laboratory is a government-owned, contractor-operated research facility of the U.S. Department of Energy that is run by Iowa State University. The Ames Laboratory creates innovative materials, technologies and energy solutions; its annual budget is approximately $36M. The Ames Laboratory employs more than 400 full- and part-time employees (20 percent are students), including more than 250 scientists and engineers, and more than 350 non-paid associates throughout Iowa State University.

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in materials science and engineering, or a related field, with significant research in the technical area described above. Applicants will have demonstrated research accomplishments and the potential for expanding excellence in both research and teaching commensurate with the current level of the position and expectations for the future. Experience in university-level teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, experience in supervising research of postdoctoral research associates, graduate and undergraduate students, and experience in writing, submitting, and administration of research proposals is preferred.

All applications must be submitted electronically for vacancy # 110962 through the www.iastatejobs.com website. Complete applications will include:

1. A cover letter
2. A curriculum vitae
3. A concise combined statement of research and teaching interests as a well a vision for future research not to exceed three pages total
4. Contact information for at least three references, including name, address, electronic mail, and phone number
5. A minimum of one, but not more than three, representative refereed conference or journal publication(s) submitted in "other document(s)" sections of the website as a pdf file. If your conference or journal publication is larger than 5 MB, please e-mail it directly to marlawil@iastate.edu

To ensure consideration, please apply by January 31, 2012. We expect the successful candidate to be in place by August 16, 2012. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Vitalij K. Pecharsky at vitkp@iastate.edu or vitkp@ameslab.gov. Please direct questions regarding the application process to employment@iastate.edu or to 1-877-477-7485 (toll-free).

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with NSF ADVANCE funding to broaden the participation of women and underrepresented minorities and enhance the success of all faculty in STEM fields.

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Purdue University is seeking nominations and applications for the position of Head of the School of Materials Engineering. A dynamic leader is sought to advance the School's nationally-ranked program and to enhance its national and international impact through a continuing commitment to excellence in discovery, learning and engagement. The Head - who reports to the Dean of the College of Engineering - provides the leadership to the faculty, students, staff, alumni, and other stakeholders of the School and will have the opportunity to inspire and shape a shared vision and implement a strategic plan for the School to move it forward. The Head must have a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering or related disciplines, qualify for an appointment at the full professor level with tenure, have a distinguished academic, government or industrial record, and demonstrate strong leadership and collaborative skills. Candidates should have a clear understanding of the current needs and future direction of the materials science and engineering profession, possess a commitment to diversity and collaboration, and be skilled in administration, student relations, mentoring, and alumni development.

The faculty members in the School of Materials Engineering are located in the Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering and the Birck Nanotechnology Center, which provide outstanding facilities for teaching and research. The School currently has 116 undergraduate students, 89 graduate students and postdocs, and 20 faculty members. The School's faculty members have strong connections to research centers in Purdue's Discovery Park, as well as with the Colleges of Agriculture, Liberal Arts, Pharmacy, Management, and Science.

The College of Engineering at Purdue consists of over 7300 undergraduate students, nearly 2,900 graduate students, and 359 faculty members. Purdue is one of the nation's leading land-grant universities with a full range of academic majors and an enrollment of over 40,000 students on the West Lafayette campus.

An application should include: (1) a three-page personal statement addressing the applicant's vision, administrative philosophy, experience and qualifications; (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) names and contact information for at least three references. Applications and inquiries will be kept confidential. Applicants will be notified before references are contacted. Electronic submission is preferred and should be uploaded at https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/InfoFor/Employment. Screening will commence February 1, 2012, and continue until this position is filled. Nominations and questions regarding the position can be addressed to Chair, Materials Engineering Head Search Committee, Purdue University, Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering, 701 W. Stadium Avenue, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2045, Phone: 765-494-5012, Email: mse-search@ecn.purdue.edu. A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.

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The Department of NanoEngineering (http://nanoengineering.ucsd.edu) invites applications for faculty positions at the Associate or Full Professor level. Candidates are expected to carry out forefront research and teach classes related to NanoEngineering and/or Materials Science and Engineering in the following technical field: Materials in Energy Technologies. The candidates must have a PhD in the field of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE), or similar related field, to support the evolution of the materials science focus of the department. A successful candidate may establish close ties with the Center for Energy Research and the Sustainability Solution Institute here at UCSD, enhancing cross-campus collaborations, while spearheading a strong independent research program in materials and/or nanotechnologies related to the energy sector. The research areas of primary interest to the department are: materials in extreme environments, nanotechnologies for solar energy conversion, energy storage materials, nanomaterials for thermoelectrics, nanomaterials for biofuel catalysis, or other similar energy related technologies, including materials used in conventional energy production technologies, turbine engine applications, etc. A demonstrated track record in successfully securing extramural funding for his/her research program is required. UC San Diego strives to maintain a climate of fairness, cooperation and professionalism that enables us to attract a more diverse cross section of faculty in terms of gender, nationality, and ethnicity, and candidates who have a demonstrated track record of enhancing diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Materials Science and Engineering or closely related field.
RANK AND SALARY: Level of appointment commensurate with qualifications; salary based on published UC pay scales
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: December 31, 2011

Send detailed resume, personal statement summarizing teaching experience and research interests, leadership efforts and contributions to diversity, and names/addresses of 5 professional references to: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/apply
Inquiries: Dana Jimenez at: dljimenez@eng.ucsd.edu

For applicants interested in spousal/partner employment, please visit the UCSD Partner Opportunities Program website http://academicaffairs.ucsd.edu/offices/partneropp/

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THE DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING at the Florida State and Florida A&M Universities College of Engineering (jointly administered by both) invites applications for two tenure track faculty positions. The first position is in thermal sciences with special emphasis in the area of applied cryogenic refrigeration, heat and mass transfer in low temperature systems with applications in superconductivity. The second position is in materials science and experimental solid mechanics with emphasis in multifunctional materials and structures. Both openings are at the Assistant Professor level although exceptional candidates will be considered for higher level appointments.

Both positions are tenure track academic faculty lines within the Florida State University. A Ph.D. in Engineering or related field is required; applications from minorities and women are strongly encouraged.

The successful candidates will be expected to teach mechanical engineering courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and conduct high quality sponsored research. Within Florida State University, excellent opportunities exist for collaboration with a number of centers of excellence including: the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL) (http://www.magnet.fsu.edu/); the Center for Advanced Power Systems (CAPS) (http://www.caps.fsu.edu/) and the Florida Center for Advanced Aero-Propulsion (FCAAP) (http://www.fcaap.com/).

Applicants should submit a cover letter containing a brief statement of their research and teaching interest if appointed, curriculum vitae, publication list, and arrange to have at least three letters of reference sent to:

Chair, Faculty Search Committee
Department of Mechanical Engineering
FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Room A229, 2525 Pottsdamer Street
Tallahassee, FL 32310, USA
mefacsearch@eng.fsu.edu

Applications will be accepted until the position is closed but must be received by December 15, 2011 to be assured of being considered.

Florida State and Florida A&M Universities are equal opportunity/access, affirmative action employers.

Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.

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MINTEQ INTERNATIONAL, INC. develops and produces mineral-based refractory products for the non-ferrous metals, steel, glass and minerals processing industries. This position is responsible for managing the sales and marketing of refractories in non-steel applications, ensuring that sales and profit goals are accomplished and customer requirements are satisfied. In addition: establish and maintain annual sales budget; introduce new products and applications; develop new markets through market plans; manage field trials of new and experimental products or projects, including coordinating equipment and manpower; provide leadership and guidance to Sales Managers, and outside sub-contractors; review progress of established R&D projects; provide feedback to ensure that R&D projects match market trends; participate in product design reviews to match customer requirements and product capabilities; assist in the addressing of production problems and the resolution of customer complaints.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering or related field with a minimum of five years experience in industrial manufacturing. Significant knowledge and experience in sales and marketing, customer service, and business acumen in aluminum, steel or other similar markets.

Email resume and salary requirements to: laura.beemsterboer@mineralstech.com

We are an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V

VISIT US AT: WWW.MINERALSTECH.COM

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The Mechanical Engineering Department at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for multiple faculty positions in Mechanical, Materials Science, and Aerospace Engineering at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels. Candidates are expected to develop and maintain active research, teaching, and project activities that complement and expand the programs within the department or in related interdisciplinary areas such as robotics and automation, MEMS and nano-scale applications, energy systems, advanced computational modeling, biomedical systems, and materials processing. These searches will remain open until the positions are filled.

Mechanical Engineering Design: Primary areas of interest include computer-aided design, machine design, kinematics, design optimization, or computer-aided engineering. Candidates with experience in the practice of engineering design are encouraged to apply.

Aerospace Engineering: Primary areas of interest include: (1) aircraft and/or spacecraft dynamics and controls; flight mechanics; guidance, navigation and communication; autonomous aerospace systems. (2) aircraft and/or spacecraft structures; aerospace structural dynamics; adaptive aerospace structures or other closely related areas.

Materials Science and Engineering: Areas of interest span all classes of materials and include materials processing, performance and reliability, nanostructured materials, computational materials engineering, and materials for energy systems and environmental sustainability.

WPI, founded in 1865 and located one hour west of Boston, is one of the nation's oldest technological universities. WPI is a highly selective private university with an undergraduate student body of over 3,600 and 1,400 full-time and part-time graduate students enrolled in more than 50 Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D programs. Its innovative project-enriched curriculum engages students and faculty in real-world problem solving, often at one of WPI's global project centers. U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks WPI among the top national universities. Recently Unigo's "Colleges for 21st Century Einsteins," listed WPI among the top 10 schools for science and technology as rated by students.

Requirements:

• Candidates are expected to develop and maintain active research, teaching, and project activities that complement and expand the programs within the department or in related interdisciplinary areas such as robotics and automation, MEMS and nano-scale applications, energy systems, advanced computational modeling, biomedical systems, and materials processing. These searches will remain open until the positions are filled.
• Applications should be sent to me-recruit@wpi.edu
• Applications should include a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, and a list of five professional references.

--A member of the Colleges of Worcester Consortium--

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The position will support research on thermal/mechanical/electrical interactions in materials for micro-systems and manufacturing under federal government and industry sponsorship.

The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in Materials Science with sound knowledge of diffusional processes (creep, electromigration), electron microscopy and thin films. Experience with building equipment, fracture testing, clean room practices, electrical/thermal measurements and analytical/numerical modeling (particularly, MD) is desirable.

Interested candidates should e-mail a resume and the names of 3 references immediately to:
Professor I. Dutta
Fax : 509-335-4662
E-Mail : idutta@wsu.edu

web: http://www.mme.wsu.edu/people/faculty/faculty.html?duttaI

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The University of North Texas (UNT; www.unt.edu) seeks applicants to fill two open rank (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) and two Assistant/Associate Professors in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MTSE). Tenured appointments are possible. The positions will cover a broad area of structural and energy-related materials. Candidates will develop synergies to further strengthen the existing core emphases in: 1) Structural aerospace, automotive, and multifunctional composite materials; 2) Structural biomaterials (tissue scaffolds, load-bearing/hard tissue replacement implants, bio-devices); and 3) Structure-properties relationships of materials for energy generation (failure mechanisms of battery electrodes, role of structural defects on electrical and optical properties inorganic solar cell and LED materials), and alternative energy conservation systems (lightweight alloys, advanced tribological materials).

The MTSE department at UNT has grown significantly to its present size of fourteen faculty members. The proposed faculty positions are a part of the recently approved strategic plan of the MTSE department to create excellence and leadership in the area of structural materials. UNT has excellent materials processing, testing, and characterization facilities as part of Center for Advanced Research and Technology (CART; http://research.unt.edu/cart/). CART and two NSF I/UCRCs are housed in the MTSE Department (www.mtse.unt.edu).

All positions require an earned doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field, and at least one of the degrees of each applicant must be in Materials Science and Engineering. Candidates must be capable of teaching a range of fundamental materials science and engineering courses. Consideration for appointment as an Assistant Professor will be given to applicants who have demonstrated a strong commitment to teaching and research, and they must exhibit potential to develop and sustain a cutting‐edge research program with external funding. Consideration for appointment as an Associate/Full Professor will only be given to those applicants who have a potential for and/or proven track record in academia, including teaching experience, and externally funded research grants. Candidates with expertise in experimental materials science are sought, however, candidates with a combined experimental and computational research programs will also be considered. Prior teaching and/or research experience is preferred.

All applicants must submit an online application to http://facultyjobs.unt.edu. Screening of applications will begin on November 1, 2011 and will continue until the search is closed. For additional information and questions, please can contact co-chairs of the search committee Narendra Dahotre (940-565-2031, Narendra.Dahotre@unt.edu) or Thomas Scharf (940-891-6837). The University of North Texas is an AA/ADA/EOE committed to diversity in its educational programs.

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