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3 Opportunities

Aerospace Engineering

Wind Energy

The Department of Aerospace Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position starting in 2009. We seek an outstanding individual who is committed to education and the establishment of an externally-funded research program in the area of wind energy. The search is directed primarily at the Associate or Full Professor level and is affiliated with the Penn State Institutes of Energy and the Environment (PSIEE).

Of interest is research leading to improved rotor design, increased efficiency and greater longevity of wind turbines. Specific areas of interest include: aeroelasticity (blade deformation, vibration and stability), aerodynamics (unsteady loading, dynamic stall, and turbulence), structures (advanced materials, composites, elasticity), aeroservoelasticity (load-mitigating control, flow-control devices, sensors and actuators), and integrated wind-turbine design. General areas of interest include: wind resource assessment and siting, atmospheric boundary layer interactions, energy storage and distribution, systems engineering and design, and wind energy economics and policy. A research program with an experimental component would be advantageous.

The ideal candidate will have an earned doctoral degree, with research related to one of the areas above with specific concentration in wind energy, or have commensurate post-doctoral experience. The successful candidate will interact with other members of an interdisciplinary cross-campus wind energy group, and will provide leadership in the development of new collaborative initiatives. This individual will be expected to contribute to the teaching mission by developing new courses relevant to wind energy and by contributing to the advancement of academic programs in sustainable energy.

Applications should include a cover letter, a complete curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research plans, and a list of at least three professional references. Responses received before January 15, 2009, will be assured full consideration, but the search will remain open until the position is filled. Applications should be directed to: Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Aerospace Engineering, 229 Hammond Building, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802. Inquiries can be made via e-mail at aerospace@engr.psu.edu or by phone at 814-865-2569.

We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

The Department of Aerospace Engineering at Texas A&M University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at either the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level. Of particular interest are candidates with experimental skills and competence demonstrated in one or more of the following areas:

? Multiscale materials characterization ? Processing and characterization of emerging materials with nanostructure ? Materials for energy and aerospace applications ? Multifunctional and composite materials ? Aerospace structural analysis and design An applicant for this position must have a doctoral degree in aerospace engineering or a related discipline, a good balance between demonstrated experimental research capability and fundamental understanding of mechanics, and a strong commitment to teaching excellence at undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will be expected to initiate and contribute to the development of high-quality, externally funded research programs.

Interested applicants should submit via-email one electronic document containing a cover letter, detailed resume along with a brief statement of their interests including their vision for research and teaching, and the names and addresses of five references to: Dr. Dimitris Lagoudas, Search Committee Chair, Department of Aerospace Engineering, 3141 TAMU, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3141, miriam@tamu.edu.

The initial deadline for applications is 12 January 2009, although applications will be considered until the position is filled. We anticipate an August 2009 start date. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans.

The Department of Aerospace Engineering at Texas A&M University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor in the general areas of aerodynamics, aerospace propulsion and/or fluid mechanics, with an emphasis in computation. A PhD in Aerospace Engi-neering or related area is required. The successful candidate will be expected to teach under-graduate and graduate courses, and develop a self supporting externally funded research pro-gram. Applications are encouraged from individuals whose research interests contribute to the current strengths of the department. The aero-fluids group currently has active research pro-grams and extensive laboratories in the following areas (listed in alphabetical order): aerody-namics, aero-elasticity, aerospace propulsion, aerothermochemistry, combustion, flow control, hypersonic flow, icing flows, laminar flow control and transition, non-equilibrium flows, turbu-lence modeling and unsteady aerodynamics. Information about the department can found at http://aero.tamu.edu. Applicants should submit a detailed resume along with a brief state-ment of their vision for research and teaching, and the names of five references to: Dr. Rodney D. W. Bowersox, Search Committee Chair, Department of Aerospace Engineering, 3141 TAMU, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-3141, Bowersox@aero.tamu.edu. The initial screening of applicants will begin on 1 February 2009; however, the position will remain open until filled. Texas A&M University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans.

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Bioengineering and Biology

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering

Bioengineering and Biology Faculty Position For Fall 2009

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering in Needham, MA invites applications for two regular faculty appointments for Fall 2009.

The first position is in Bioengineering and Biology. Candidates should be able to teach a required Principles of Modern Biology course as well as advanced Bioengineering electives.

The second position is in Mechanical Engineering. Candidates should have expertise in environmentally sustainable energy systems. However, outstanding candidates in other areas will also be considered.

Go to http://www.olin.edu/faculty_staff/employment_opps.asp for complete job descriptions and application directions. The positions will be filled pending final budget approval. Olin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please consult our website at http://www.olin.edu or contact facultysearch@olin.edu for additional information.

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Biomedical Engineering

Senior Faculty Position The Ohio State University Department of Biomedical Engineering

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at The Ohio State University is pleased to invite established faculty members to apply for a faculty position at the full Professor level that will be available in Autumn 2009.

The Department of Biomedical Engineering, founded in 2006 following a 35-year history as a research Center, has 15 core faculty members, over 65 affiliated faculty from five Colleges, and a tradition of excellence in research and graduate education. A newly created undergraduate program will begin during the 2008-09 academic year.

We have expertise in five biomedical engineering “domains” including: Bioimaging; Biomaterials; Biomechanics and Biotransport; Molecular Cellular and Tissue Engineering; and Biomedical Micro/Nano Technology. The combined technical, core, and clinical research facilities of the College of Engineering, College of Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Mathematical Biosciences Institute, Nanotech West, and the Ohio Supercomputer Center provide unique and comprehensive resources for biomedical engineering research and education at Ohio State.

We welcome applications from exceptional candidates who augment our existing domains of bioengineering expertise and who can establish collaborations with our health sciences colleagues. In addition to a strong record of research accomplishment, high-impact publications, and current extramural peer-reviewed funding, we seek a faculty member who will help us implement the planned undergraduate program. Applicants must thus demonstrate interest and accomplishment in both teaching and research, have an earned doctoral degree in an engineering discipline and experience with medical science applications.

We plan to invite selected applicants for interviews as early as January or February 2009; however, the search will continue until the position is filled. Although rank and salary are commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, we anticipate that the position will be filled by a full Professor.

Please send a CV, a brief description of research and teaching interests and plans, and names and addresses of three references to:

Faculty Search Committee Richard T. Hart, Ph.D. c/o Kirsten Gibbons Department of Biomedical Engineering The Ohio State University 270 Bevis Hall 1080 Carmack Road Columbus, Ohio 43210

Alternatively, PDF versions of the requested materials may be sent to:

Kirsten Gibbons at gibbons.40@osu.edu

More information about the Department of Biomedical Engineering can be found at:

http://bmew.bme.ohio-state.edu/bmeweb3/

The Ohio State University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Bucknell University seeks outstanding applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the entry-level, assistant professor rank starting in August 2009. Qualified applicants may have, at the time of appointment, no more than four years of full-time teaching experience after receipt of the doctorate. The Department is seeking an individual with expertise that aligns well with one of the following areas: biotransport, bioinstrumentation, biomechanics, biomaterials, and medical device design. Individuals with experience in medical device design and/or multidisciplinary expertise that covers more than one of the above areas are especially encouraged to apply. Primary duties include classroom and laboratory instruction across a broad spectrum of undergraduate courses in biomedical engineering, development of a program of scholarship that encourages undergraduate participation, and active participation in departmental and institutional service.

The successful candidate must have a doctorate in biomedical engineering or a closely related discipline and a background in biology or medicine. Clear evidence of potential for excellence in teaching is essential. Demonstrated potential for high quality scholarship and continued professional development is also required. A commitment to institutional and departmental service is expected.

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Bucknell is dedicated to providing a high-quality, hands-on education to approximately fifteen well-qualified undergraduate students per class year. The six faculty work closely together to coordinate various aspects of the educational program including senior design. The Department has developed strong design, teaching, and research collaborations with a nearby major medical institution.

Interested individuals must apply for the position on-line at www.bucknell.edu/jobs. Candidates should submit an application including availability date, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a scholarship plan appropriate for an undergraduate institution, and a list of potential courses that could be taught. Applications will be reviewed beginning January 15, 2009 until the position is filled. Bucknell University values a diverse college community and is committed to excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students.

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Chair

Southern Methodist University School Engineering George R. Brown Endowed Chair in Mechanical Engineering The Department of Mechanical Engineering invites nominations and applications for the George R. Brown Endowed Chair in Mechanical Engineering. The successful candidate will be an internationally recognized scholar with a distinguished record of funding and publication and will be expected to build a world renowned interdisciplinary research program synergistic with the ongoing research in the Mechanical Engineering Department and the School of Engineering. He/she will be an academic leader, an entrepreneurial researcher as well as an outstanding communicator who will represent the Mechanical Engineering Department and School of Engineering on- and off-campus.

Southern Methodist University is in a period of remarkable growth. It has recently launched a $750 million fund-raising campaign, the largest in its history. The School of Engineering has two new buildings; the Junkins Engineering Building (completed in 2002) and the Embrey Engineering Building (completed in 2006). A third building, the Caruth Hall, is being rebuilt and will reopen in Fall 2009. The Embrey Engineering Building is the new home of the Mechanical Engineering Department for which the University has received the US Green Building Council LEED Gold Certification. With over 10,000 students, SMU is a leading private University located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, a dynamic region with leading high-technology companies in the aerospace, defense, energy, information technology, life sciences, semiconductors, telecommunications, and transportation industries. With the world renowned Baylor Research Institute and University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas also is a center of medical research.

The Mechanical Engineering Department is home to the Research Center for Advanced Manufacturing, the NSF Industry/University Cooperative Research Center for Lasers and Plasmas for Advanced Manufacturing. It is also the home of several other research laboratories in the areas of mechanics of materials; dynamics, systems and controls; porous materials applications; nanoscale electro-thermal sciences; opto-electronics packaging; laser micromachining; micro-optical sensor technology and experimental fluid mechanics (http://www.engr.smu.edu/me/).

Nominations or applications should be sent electronically to: brownchair@engr.smu.edu. Applications should include a statement of research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least four references. The Search Committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. SMU will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status. SMU’s commitment to equal opportunity includes nondiscrimination on the basis of sexual orientation.

The College of Science, Engineering and Technology at Murray State University is seeking applicants for the Chair of the Department of Engineering and Physics. The department, with 8 full-time tenured/tenure track faculty and approximately 110 majors, offers baccalaureate degrees in engineering physics and physics. The engineering physics degree program is EAC/ABET accredited and has concentrations in electrical and mechanical engineering, with biomedical engineering recently added. Qualifications for the position include a Ph.D. in physics or engineering and documented evidence of excellence in teaching, research productivity, and service accomplishments sufficient to merit appointment at the rank of associate or full professor. Evidence of successful administrative leadership experience or the potential for successful leadership, strong written and verbal communication skills, effective interpersonal skills, and a commitment to undergraduate education is also required. Familiarity with ABET accreditation requirements and procedures is desired. The department will undergo an accreditation review in 2009. Responsibilities of this position include budget management, strategic and long-range planning, evaluation of faculty performance, coordination of student recruitment and retention efforts, coordination of student advising, oversight of laboratory and curricular development, outreach activities, development activities, scheduling of classes, and teaching. Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three references. Applications should be sent to: Dr. Robert Pervine, Associate Dean, College of Science, Engineering and Technology, Murray State University, Murray, KY 42071.

The deadline for applications is January 9, 2009. The position will begin July 1, 2009.

Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

CHAIR, DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING McGILL UNIVERSITY The Department of Mechanical Engineering at McGill University invites applications for the position of Department Chair. An innovative, dynamic leader with a bold vision for the future of Mechanical Engineering at McGill is sought. The ideal candidate will have the proven ability to expand research and professional teaching programs in strategic interdisciplinary areas such as aerospace engineering, alternate energy, bioengineering, and MEMS/nano-technology. Applicants must have an exemplary record of achievements in research, teaching and service commensurate with appointment as a tenured Full Professor. Preferred qualifications include prior budget management experience and demonstrated accomplishments in leadership and team-building. McGill University is one of Canada's leading research-intensive universities and is consistently ranked as one of the world’s best universities. McGill’s student body includes over 31,000 students from about 160 countries, the most internationally diverse of any medical-doctoral university in Canada. The McGill Faculty of Engineering is currently going through an extraordinary period of renewal and growth. One of the Faculty’s seven Departments and Schools, the Department of Mechanical Engineering consists of 30 full-time professors, 665 undergraduate students and 202 graduate students. Its academic staff includes many world-renowned researchers with prestigious Canada Research Chairs, Industrial Research Chairs and professional awards and distinctions. More information about the Department can be found at http://www.mcgill.ca/mecheng/ . Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume, names and contact information for at least three references, and a statement outlining the candidate’s vision for the future of the Department, to: Dean Christophe Pierre Faculty of Engineering, McGill University 382 Macdonald Engineering Building 817 Sherbrooke Street West Montreal, Quebec H3A 2K6, Canada Email: engsearch.engineering@mcgill.ca Applications will be accepted immediately, and will be reviewed on a continuing basis until the position is filled. McGill University is committed to equity in employment, and diversity. It welcomes applications from indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identifies and others who may contribute to further diversification. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Salary will be negotiated according to qualifications and experience. Membership, or eligibility for membership, in a Canadian professional engineering association is a requirement.

Department Chair,

Biomedical Engineering

The Dept. of Biomedical Engineering at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for the position of Chair.

The dept., housed within the Newark College of Engineering, offers degrees from the baccalaureate to doctorate & currently has ten tenured & tenure-track faculty, six teaching & research faculty, additional affiliated faculty from other departments & neighboring institutions, over 200 undergraduates & 200 graduate students. The undergraduate degree is fully accredited by ABET. The dept. provides an excellent scholarly environment with research programs in the areas of biomechanics, biomaterials, neural engineering, rehabilitation engineering & cell & tissue engineering.

Candidates must have an earned doctorate in biomedical engineering or related field. The successful candidate will have a sound vision of the future of biomedical engineering & the ability to lead & advance a student-centered & research oriented dept. He/she will have a demonstrated ability to work well with others, the ability to foster an atmosphere of collegiality in an environment of shared governance & an established record of excellence in biomedical engineering research, education & service sufficient to merit appointment as a tenured professor in the university. The successful candidate will be currently engaged in research & will be planning to continue as an active researcher.

The new chair is expected to start in the summer or fall 2009.

Consideration of applicants will begin on Dec. 1, 2008.

Applications should include a letter, current curriculum vitae & the names & addresses (incl. e-mail addresses) of at least five references. The application should also include a vision statement for research&education in biomedical engineering & the candidate’s preliminary vision for the dept. To apply, visit http://njit.jobs & search under posting #0600348. For add’l info., refer to http://biomedical.njit.edu/about. The search will continue until a successful applicant is appointed.

Founded in 1881, NJIT is New Jersey’s Science & Technology University with a research enterprise of over $77 mil/per yr. (incl. $36mil in federal research funding)& is fast growing with a research expenditure of about 35% of the university’s annual operating budget. With over 8,000 students, NJIT awards more than 1,800 degrees annually from the baccalaureate through PhD. Degrees are awarded in engineering, architecture, management, computing, technology, science, mathematics & the liberal arts.

NJIT is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, equal access employer & especially encourages applications from under-represented groups including women & persons with disabilities.

NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, NEWARK, NJ 07102-1982

DEPARTMENT CHAIR Department of Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering & Technology (IMET) Bradley University

Applications and nominations are invited for the position of Chair of the IMET Department. The Department enrolls 120 majors in three ABET-EAC or ABET-TAC accredited undergraduate programs and in two Masters programs involving ten tenured faculty. The department chair will guide the department through continued academic and research growth including growth in the graduate program both towards the masters degree and in certificate and post-baccalaureate programs.

The successful candidate must hold an undergraduate engineering degree and a terminal degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution of higher education. The individual hired will demonstrate experience in or a depth of understanding of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering as well as possess demonstrated skills in administration, research, and teaching. The candidate should also have strengths in program development, interfacing with constituents, and professional service. See the Faculty Handbook concerning Department Chair policies at http://www.bradley.edu/academics/fachandbook/ . Rank will be Associate or Full Professor depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

For more details concerning this opportunity, please visit: http://www.bradley.edu/humanresources/opportunities/documents/MicrosoftWord-2008OctIMETChair.pdf or http://imet.bradley.edu .

Submit applications via email or regular mail to:

Dr. Dennis E. Kroll, Search Committee Chair Bradley University Peoria, IL 61625 dek@bradley.edu

AEROSPACE ENGINEERING: The Department of Aerospace Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo invites applications for the position of Department Chair. Start date is negotiable; September 2009 preferred. The Department Chair provides leadership in the continued success and advancement of the department and engages in teaching and scholarly activities. A Ph.D. in aerospace engineering or a closely related field is required. The ideal candidate is a proven leader, communicator, and consensus builder, in addition to being an accomplished educator with relevant research and industrial experience. Tenure is earned in the instructional portion of the position. Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Department of Aerospace Engineering is nationally recognized and offers B.S. and M.S. degrees in aerospace engineering. The undergraduate educational objectives of the Aerospace Engineering Department is to use our traditional "learn-by-doing, lab-based, hands-on" approach to educate well rounded engineers for positions of technical responsibility and leadership in a modern multi-disciplinary, systems-oriented environment and for life-long learning. Through course work, senior projects, labs, and capstone team design experience, the systems view of engineering is integrated throughout our program to achieve high-quality education in both aeronautical and astronautical engineering. Our graduates are expected to achieve expertise in aerodynamics, orbital mechanics, controls, structures, propulsion, and their integration into design. For details and application instructions (online application required), please go to WWW.CALPOLYJOBS.ORG and search/apply to requisition #101784. Application review begins 2/15/09. Cal Poly is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and nominations of all qualified individuals. EEO.

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Chair, Electrical Engineering

WESTERN NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING - http://www.wnec.edu/engineering

CHAIR, ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

The School of Engineering Western New England College seeks nominations and applications for the electrical engineering department chair position. Candidates should possess excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and have a strong record of teaching and scholarship commensurate with appointment as Full Professor. It is envisioned that the department chair will guide the department through growth in both student numbers and infrastructure, while maintaining comprehensive faculty expertise in all major divisions of the electrical and computer engineering fields. A PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related area is required. The preferred area of expertise is computer engineering, but all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen or have a permanent visa.

The School of Engineering emphasizes undergraduate education. The School offers BS degrees in electrical, biomedical, industrial, and mechanical engineering and MS degrees in engineering and engineering management. The small class sizes, excellent facilities, and close relationships with industry make teaching at Western New England College exciting and rewarding. A successful candidate will join the community of teaching scholars in a high quality and growing engineering program.

For more information about the College, visit our website at http://www.wnec.edu

Western New England College is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919. Located on an attractive 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, the College serves approximately 4,000 students, including 2,500 full-time undergraduate students, on its main campus and at four sites throughout the Commonwealth. Undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs are offered through the College's Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Law, and Pharmacy (opening in 2011 pending approval).

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 19, 2009. Send a letter of intent including teaching philosophy and professional goals, curriculum vitae, copies of academic transcripts and the names and phone numbers of three references to:

Dean, School of Engineering Western New England College 1215 Wilbraham Road Springfield, MA 01119-2684,

Western New England College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Chemical Engineering

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Department of Chemical Engineering Tenure Track Faculty Position The Department of Chemical Engineering at WPI invites applications for a tenure-track position starting in August 2009 at the Assistant Professor level. The department is interested in applicants with expertise in energy-related research that will complement our existing programs that include fuel cells, hydrogen membranes, and catalysis and electrocatalysis. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to be affiliated with a planned Massachusetts Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Institute and other energy-related initiatives at WPI. Successful candidates for the position are expected to develop a vigorous, externally-funded research program, and to participate in our nationally-recognized, project-based educational system. The Chemical Engineering Department offers both undergraduate and graduate (M.S., Ph.D.) degrees. WPI is a private, selective technological university with an undergraduate student body of 3,150 and 1,300 full-time and part-time graduate students. Worcester, New England’s second largest city, offers ready access to diverse economic, cultural and recreational resources of the region. Further information about WPI and the department can be accessed at http://www.wpi.edu. Applicants should send pdf-formatted applications including curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, and the names of three references to faculty-searchCHE@wpi.edu. Inquiries can be addressed to Dr. Ravi Datta, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Chemical Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until suitable candidates are identified. To enrich education through diversity, WPI is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Member of the Colleges of Worcester Consortium.

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Civil and Environmental Engineering

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan Tech invites applications for a tenure-track environmental engineering faculty position. We are seeking an individual with expertise and interests in environmental process engineering with an emphasis in biological process fundamentals. Preference will be given to candidates having a strong background in innovative molecular biology tools to understand, model, and optimize biological processes and in the production of energy and recovery of resources from engineered biological systems.

The candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research, with the ability to build a funded research program and to teach courses in physical, chemical, and biological processes related to water/waste treatment design. A doctoral degree in civil or environmental engineering or closely related field is required. A professional engineering license or qualifications to become licensed are highly desirable. It is planned that the position will be filled at the Assistant or Associate Professor Rank beginning in August 2009.

The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Michigan Tech includes 26 faculty, 24 professional staff, and over 100 full-time graduate students. The Department features large baccalaureate programs in civil engineering and environmental engineering. Research funding exceeds $ 3.0 million per year and the environmental engineering programs are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report (Ranked 13th undergraduate, 29th graduate). Department faculty members have the opportunity to interact with the Sustainable Futures Institute, Center for Water and Society, Center for Science and Environmental Outreach, the D80 Center which includes a graduate partnership with the U.S. Peace Corps and several other programs focusing on prosperity for the poorest 80% of humanity. The Department has a strong record of collaboration with departments across campus.

To apply, please send a resume, a statement of research and teaching interests, and names of three references to Dr. David W. Hand (Search Committee Chair), Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Michigan Technological University, 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931-1295. Applications will be reviewed starting November 1, 2008 and will be accepted until the position is filled. Women and under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Michigan Technological University is an equal educational institution/equal opportunity employer. More information about the Department, University, and the community can be found online at www.mtu.edu

FACULTY POSITION, DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING, VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE (VMI). The Civil & Environmental Engineering Department invites applications for one full-time tenure-track faculty position in ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING (water and wastewater) at the assistant professor level. Candidates must have an earned doctorate in Civil Engineering, or a related discipline, and must have excellent teaching and communication skills. Industry experience is preferred and professional registration, or the ability to obtain registration within two years of appointment, is required. The appointment begins 1 August 2009. The department is ABET accredited in Civil Engineering and VMI is a public, four-year undergraduate military college for men and women (1400 students). The successful candidates will be expected to teach a variety of basic engineering and junior and senior design courses, advise/supervise students, and engage in scholarly and/or professional activity. Performance is evaluated on the basis of 1) teaching, 2) scholarly engagement, 3) professional citizenship, and 4) cadet development. More information about VMI can be found at www.vmi.edu and descriptions of the academic program and faculty expectations can be viewed by following links to the Dean's homepage. Applicants should include in their response a detailed curriculum vita, a clear statement of teaching interests and philosophy, a statement of scholarly and professional interests, and a list of at least three references with email addresses and phone numbers. Submit applications to Environmental Engineering Search Committee Chair, Civil & Environmental Engineering Department, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA 24450 or at CEEDepartment@vmi.edu. Closing date will be 15 February 2009 or thereafter until the position is filled. VMI is an EEO employer.

Structural Engineering Position Announcement:

The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at the University of Louisville invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of Structures. Applicants must have an earned doctorate in civil engineering. Candidates with backgrounds in numerical analysis, infrastructure materials, and concrete or bridge design are particularly encouraged to apply.

The position is expected to be filled at the Assistant Professor level and candidates must have a strong commitment to teaching excellence at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate is also expected to develop and sustain an externally funded research program and to publish in leading scholarly journals.

Applicants should apply on line for Job ID# 23325 at http://louisville.edu/hr/employment/applicants/ and attach a detailed CV.

In addition, please submit a list of three references, and a brief statement of teaching and research interests to the chair of the search committee: Dr. J. P. Mohsen at jpm@louisville.edu. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Review of applicants will commence on February 16, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We seek a candidate with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.

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Civil Engineering

FACULTY POSITION IN CIVIL ENGINEERING Assistant Professor, Civil/Construction Engineering

Penn State Harrisburg School of Science, Engineering and Technology invites applications for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Civil/Construction Engineering effective Fall Semester 2009. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate courses in planning & scheduling, estimating, project management and/or transportation in the construction engineering area. Candidates must be multi-faceted team players with strengths in teaching undergraduate courses, supervising laboratories, and developing Master’s level Civil/Construction Engineering courses. Penn State Harrisburg faculty are expected to pursue and sustain scholarly research and publication; recruit and advise students; perform the administrative tasks required to maintain ABET accreditation; contribute quality service to the University and the profession; and supervise graduate students. Qualifications: Ph.D. in Civil or Construction Engineering or a closely–related field required. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching and relevant U.S. commercial construction experience. For information about Penn State Harrisburg, please visit the college’s web site at http://www.hbg.psu.edu.

Applicants are invited to submit current curriculum vitae, a list of three references, and a personal statement of research and teaching objectives to: Chair, CE Search Committee, c/o Mrs. Dorothy J. Guy, Director of Human Resources, Penn State Harrisburg, Box: ASEE-28842, 777 W. Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, PA, 17057- 4898. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan Technological University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in infrastructure engineering. The candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research, with the desire to strike a balance between undergraduate teaching in a civil engineering area, graduate teaching and advising, funded research, scholarly activity, and service. The department is interested in candidates with research emphasis in areas including materials for engineered structures, risk and decision making, structural health monitoring systems, or transportation systems modeling. A doctorate degree in civil engineering or a closely related field is required by the time of employment. Registration or the ability to become registered as a Professional Engineer is desirable. It is planned that the position will be filled at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor beginning in August 2009.

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan Tech includes 26 faculty, 24 professional staff, over 100 full-time graduate students, and over 500 undergraduate majors. Research funding exceeds $3 million per year, and several undergraduate and graduate degree programs at Michigan Tech are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report. Department faculty members work in a flexible, inclusive environment and have the opportunity to collaborate with the Michigan Tech Transportation Institute, University Transportation Center, Michigan Tech Research Institute, Sustainable Futures Institute, Remote Sensing Institute, the D80 Center that includes a graduate partnership with U.S. Peace Corps, and other campus wide initiatives.

To apply, please send a resume, a statement of research and teaching interests, and names of three references to Dr. William J. Sproule, Search Committee Chair, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Michigan Technological University, 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, Michigan 49931-1295 or by email to wsproule@mtu.edu. If submitting by e-mail, place all application information in a single .pdf file.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will be accepted until the position is filled. Women and under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Michigan Technological University is an equal educational institution/equal opportunity employer. More information about the Department, University, and the community can be found at www.mtu.edu.

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Civil Engineering Technology

At Penn College, People Make the Difference

Pennsylvania College of Technology is located in Williamsport, a family-oriented community ideally situated along the Susquehanna River at the foot of Bald Eagle Mountain in north-central Pennsylvania, just a four-hour drive from New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Penn College is Pennsylvania’s premier technical college and an affiliate of The Pennsylvania State University. More than 6,500 students are enrolled in Penn College’s bachelor and associate degree and certificate majors, which combine hands-on experience with theory and management education.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, excellent educational benefits for employees and dependents at Penn College and Penn State, and an exciting work experience as part of the Penn College family. For more information about Penn College, please visit our Web site at www.pct.edu.

Faculty, Civil Engineering Technology

The faculty will instruct and evaluate students in the theory and processes of Civil Engineering Technology and Surveying Technology with particular emphasis in the areas of Soil Mechanics, Geotechnology, Construction Materials, Land Development, Plane and Route Surveying, GPS and GIS. Position will start Fall 2009 semester, August 13, 2009.

Minimum qualifications include a Master of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or closely related discipline; Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Pennsylvania (PA) or another state transferable to PA; and five years of fulltime work experience in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology area.

Background check will be required on selected candidate. Finalists must present a sample lesson.

Submit a completed College application for employment AND a letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources (208), Pennsylvania College of Technology, One College Avenue, Williamsport, PA 17701. Position will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified. A detailed job announcement and an application for employment are available at www.pct.edu/jobs or by calling (570) 327-4770.

Penn College is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

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College of Engineering

Faculty and Academic Staff Positions

College of Engineering

Alfaisal University

Alfaisal University is a private, non-profit, research university comprising of the Colleges of Engineering, Science, Medicine and Business.

The language of instruction is English and modern learning outcomes, paradigms and technologies are used. The university was founded by The King Faisal Foundation along with leading International and National organizations such as Boeing, BAE Systems, United Technologies, THALES and King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center, who all serve on its Board of Trustees.

The College of Engineering will offer undergraduate and graduate programs in the following disciplines and areas:

OPERATIONS RESEARCH AND INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING (operations research, operations management, product development and manufacturing, human factors), ENGINEERING SYSTEMS AND MANAGEMENT (systems engineering, information systems and knowledge management, technology and innovations management, engineering economy and financial engineering, engineering law and intellectual property, engineering education, policy, technology and society).

Alfaisal Engineering seeks candidates for the following positions: SENIOR FACULTY (with research, instructional, and administrative responsibilities), JUNIOR FACULTY (with research and instructional responsibilities). Attractive salary and start-up support is provided.

Queries and applications should be sent to dean_engnr@alfaisal.edu. The subject line should specify the discipline, area, position and the announcement reference. The deadline for applications is 15th December, 2008.

RESEARCH SCIENTISTS (academics with research focus), LECTURERS (academics with instructional focus), POST-DOCS (Doctoral degree holders with research focus), INSTRUCTORS (Master’s degree holders with instructional focus) and ENGINEERS (Bachelor’s degree holders). Queries and applications should be sent to engnr_academic@alfaisal.edu. The subject line should specify the discipline, area, position and the announcement reference. The deadline for applications is 15th December, 2008.

Alfaisal University | P.O.Box 50927 | Riyadh 11533 | Saudi Arabia www.alfaisal.edu

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Computational Engineering

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Graduate School of Computational Engineering University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment in the Graduate School of Computational Engineering (GSCmE), where academic rank will be commensurate with qualifications. This position is responsible for teaching and undertaking independent and collaborative research focused in areas of computational engineering, which encompasses engineering analysis and design applications, scientific computing, and mathematics of computation, along with other aspects of computational engineering that are of interest to the SimCenter: National Center for Computational Engineering. This position requires expertise in physical/mathematical modeling and computational methods that arise in a broad range of practical engineering application areas, and the ability to work in a team research environment to provide an integrative influence on the computational methods and software used in these applications. A particular emphasis for research and teaching is numerical simulation of physical phenomena governed by conservation laws. Applicants are expected to have a strong commitment to teaching as well as demonstrated research capabilities. Applicants must have a terminal degree in engineering or related discipline.

The GSCmE and its research component, the SimCenter: National Center for Computational Engineering, are part of the College of Engineering and Computer Science at UTC, which is one of the four main campuses of the University of Tennessee system. UTC, with a current enrollment of approximately 10,000 students, is committed to its role as an engaged metropolitan university in a technology corridor that extends from Virginia to Huntsville, AL, and includes Oak Ridge National Laboratory. With its scenic beauty, stable population and economy, civic vitality and cross-sector partnerships, Chattanooga enters the 21st century as one of the most progressive and livable mid-size cities in the U.S. In this decade the city has won three national awards for outstanding “livability.” See http://www.chattanooga.gov/ for more information about the area.

To apply, please send an application letter, your resume, descriptions of teaching and research philosophies, three letters of recommendations, and a copy of your academic transcript listing the completion of your doctoral degree to:

Dr. Phil Kazemersky Search Committee Chair The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga EMCS 450 Dept 2452 615 McCallie Avenue Chattanooga, TN 37403 The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action/TitleVI/TitleIX/Section 504/ADA/ADAE institution.

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Construction Management

The Construction Management Program at California State University, Fresno is seeking candidates for a program coordinator at the associate/full professor (tenured) level, and for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant/associated professor level. For more details please visit http://www.csufresno.edu/engineering/index.shtml. CSU Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Dean

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Dean of the College of Engineering

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is seeking applications for the Dean of the College of Engineering. The School of Mines is a state university providing undergraduate and graduate degrees in science, engineering and interdisciplinary sciences with a student population of approximately 2,100 traditional and non-traditional learners representing 42 states and 33 countries. The university is located at the foot of the beautiful Black Hills in Rapid City, South Dakota’s second largest city, twenty-five miles from Mount Rushmore. Rapid City has a relatively mild climate and the Black Hills offer numerous opportunities for summer and winter outdoor experiences. For more information regarding Rapid City and the university, visit www.rapidcity.com and www.sdsmt.edu.

The College of Engineering offers ten baccalaureate programs, nine of which are ABET-accredited. In collaboration with the Dean of Graduate Education and the Dean of the College of Science and Letters, the Dean of the College of Engineering is responsible for the continued development of twelve existing M.S. programs and six Ph.D. programs. South Dakota School of Mines and Technology is known for its quality undergraduate instruction that embraces active learning through internships, research, and participation in national student competitions. Building upon the continued excellence in undergraduate education, the university is seeking to grow its research mission at the undergraduate and graduate levels both in numerous traditional areas of strength and in the interdisciplinary areas into which the university has recently expanded; materials science/nanoscience and engineering, traditional and renewable energy, biomedical engineering, and engineering design. The School of Mines has also established strong collaboration with the South Dakota Science and Technology Authority, which is working to develop the Deep Underground Science and Engineering Laboratory as an international venue for multi-disciplinary engineering and scientific research.

Responsibilities: The Dean of the College of Engineering reports to the Provost and facilitates excellence in teaching, research, and service. The Dean of Engineering, working closely with faculty and senior administration oversees the operation of the college; maintains a fiscally sound organization that includes both state and external funding; provides leadership in program planning, development, and evaluation; supervises recruitment and retention of faculty; collaboratively works to increase student enrollment; encourages positive interpersonal relations among personnel; leads externally supported resource development; and leads strategic research growth.

Minimum Qualifications: The successful candidate will have an earned doctorate in engineering or a closely related field; have demonstrated successful experience in a university, industry, or governmental environment with a distinguished record of leadership, intellectual/scholarly achievement, and external fund-raising; be committed to enhancing the College’s education, research, and service missions; be committed to diversity; and have the ability to represent the college effectively to a broad range of internal and external constituencies.

Application: To apply for this position, applicants must apply on-line at http://sdmines.sdsmt.edu/sdsmt/employment. If you need an accommodation to the on-line application process, please contact Human Resources (605) 394-1203. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be submitted by January 14, 2009. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

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

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Department Head

Kansas State University MNE Department Head

The College of Engineering at Kansas State University invites applications and nominations for the department head position in Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering. The College seeks a dynamic individual who will provide innovative leadership to strengthen our growing research program and support our outstanding undergraduate educational programs. An August 2009 appointment date is anticipated.

Candidates must have an earned doctorate degree in mechanical or nuclear engineering or a closely related field; demonstrated leadership in teaching and research; and posses the breadth and depth of experience commensurate with a tenured professor. Preference will be shown to candidates that can demonstrate administrative experience, effective interpersonal skills, and a commitment to diversity.

The department offers an ABET accredited BS degree in Mechanical Engineering (which includes a Nuclear Option) and MS and Ph.D. degrees in both Nuclear and Mechanical Engineering. The department currently has 640 undergraduate students and 87 graduate students. Notable education and research facilities include the SMART lab, ACER, the National Gas Machinery Lab, the Institute for Environmental Research, and the TRIGA Nuclear Reactor Facility. The department has strong teaching and research programs in solid mechanics, thermal sciences, controls, radiation shielding, and radiation detection. Additional information can be found at: www.mne.ksu.edu.

To apply, send a single pdf document including a letter of application outlining qualifications for the position, a statement of vision and goals for leadership of the department, a curriculum vitae, and three references to: dhsearch@mne.ksu.edu. Or mail hard copy to: Search Committee, MNE Department, 3002 Rathbone Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS, 66506-5205. Nominations and inquires can be made to Dr. Mary Rezac, committee chair, Rezac@ksu.edu; 785 532-5584. Review of applications will begin January 5, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

Kansas State University is an equal opportunity employer that actively seeks diversity among its employees. In accordance with Kansas Board of Regents policy on hiring, background check is required prior to employment.

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Department Head and James Worth Bagley Chair

Mississippi State University

Applications and nominations are being sought for the position of Department Head and James Worth Bagley Chair in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), which is administered through the Bagley College of Engineering. This is a 12-month tenure track position. The department has approximately 400 undergraduate and 150 graduate students and over 25 faculty members. ECE offers ABET/EAC accredited programs in Electrical Engineering (EE) and Computer Engineering (CPE), as well as M.S. and Ph.D. programs in each discipline. The CPE program is jointly administered with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. The ECE faculty secures over $11 million in competitive and directed research funding annually and provides leadership in multidisciplinary research centers within the College and University.

Mississippi State University is a comprehensive land-grant institution with approximately 18,000 students and awards more than 3,000 degrees each year. The National Science Foundation currently ranks the department as 36th among the more than 300 U.S. ECE departments in external research expenditures. The university is located in Starkville, a vibrant community located in northeast Mississippi.

The successful Head will provide:

vision and leadership for nationally recognized EE and CPE programs

exceptional academic and administrative skills

a strong commitment to faculty recruitment and development

Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field. A scholarly record of peer-reviewed publications, external funding, and conference presentations is required. The new Head must have teaching experience at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and must qualify for the rank of Professor. Professional registration is desired. The complete job description may be accessed at: http://www.ece.msstate.edu/department/employment/depthead.html

Please provide a letter of application outlining your experience and vision for this position, a curriculum vita, and names and contact information of five professional references. Application materials should be submitted online at www.jobs.msstate.edu. Review of applications will begin on January 5, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. The position is available beginning July 1, 2009.

Please direct any questions to Dr. Julia Hodges (662-325-2756 or hodges@cse.msstate.edu), Search Committee Chair, Box 9632, Mississippi State, MS 39762.

Mississippi State University is an AA/EOE.

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Director

Louisiana State University and A&M College (LSU) is conducting an international search for Director of its Center for Computation & Technology (CCT). The CCT is an innovative and interdisciplinary research environment that is taking an international leadership role in advancing computational sciences, technologies, and the disciplines they touch. It has an annual university budget of $9M to support this mission. The CCT serves Louisiana through regional, national, and international collaborations, leading progress through revolutionary advancement in academia and industry.

The next Director will: have an outstanding scholarly record in computer science or computational disciplines of sciences, engineering, or arts and qualify for a tenured appointment in an appropriate academic department at LSU; have a demonstrated record of working in and managing a multidisciplinary research organization; cultivate an environment that enhances the research productivity of faculty and students at LSU as well as at partner institutions throughout the state; serve as an ambassador to regional, national, and international partners on large-scale computational and technological issues; work with government and business leaders on issues relating to economic development; and facilitate initiatives that promote computational science and technology education throughout Louisiana.

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. The Director Search Committee invites letters of nomination, applications (letter of interest, complete CV, and references), or expressions of interest to be submitted to the search firm assisting LSU. Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the appointment is made. It is preferred, however, that all nominations and applications be submitted prior to December 10, 2008. For a complete position description, refer to Current Opportunities on www.parkersearch.com.

Laurie C. Wilder, Senior Vice President & Managing Director Porsha L. Williams, Principal 770-804-1996 ext: 111 lwilder@parkersearch.com pwilliiams@parkersearch.com

LSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER

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Director, Associate Professor/ Professor Positions

Florida Gulf Coast University

Director, Whitaker Center for STEM Education, Associate Professor/Professor

The College of Arts and Sciences at Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for an Associate Professor/ Professor position in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Marine or Environmental Science. Qualified candidates must have an Earned Doctorate from an accredited institution; experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) education at the university level; knowledge and experience in STEM education reform; administrative experience; experience in successful grant writing; and experience in interdisciplinary teaching.

Applications are only accepted online. Visit http://jobs.fgcu.edu and access Requisition # 0910. The position is open until filled, however; review of materials will begin on 12-15-2008.