Faculty Position - UCSB Mechanical Engineering - Assistant Professor - Tenure Track

FACULTY POSITION

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA BARBARA

JOB NUMBER JPF00380

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor with a start date of July 1, 2015 or later. 

The Department is looking for exceptional individuals in the areas of solid mechanics, mechanics of materials, or mechanics of structures, including biomechanics. Responsibilities include teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, recruitment and supervision of graduate students, and the development of an actively funded research program of the highest quality.  A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, a demonstrated record of excellence in research, and a proven ability or the potential for outstanding teaching are required. The successful candidate will have a strong record of collaborative, interdisciplinary research, or the clear potential to develop the relevant skills. The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. 

Application requirements include a CV, a statement of research, a statement of teaching, and names and contact information for 3-5 references. Applications must be submitted by December 10th, 2014 for a July 1, 2015 start date, but the position will remain open until filled.

Applications must be submitted electronically at:

https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00380

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.