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The Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at The University of Texas at Dallas invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of materials for energy in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. Emphasis will be placed on candidates who have research expertise in the experimental studies of energy storage materials. The candidate will be expected to build an active research program with external funding. Qualified candidates must also have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, and contribute to services at the Department, Engineering School, and/or University level.

Candidates must have a PhD degree in relevant fields (materials science, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, and other related disciplines) and demonstrate their commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service, which includes a strong commitment to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. All candidates are expected to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals of diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. The appointment commences in fall 2023. A doctoral degree is required prior to joining; those with ABD (all but dissertation) status will be considered at the application/interviewing stage.

Located in the 4th largest metropolitan area in the US, The University of Texas at Dallas is a young, growing research institution on the cutting edge of science, technology, business, and arts. Since its conception by Texas Instruments' founders McDermott, Jonsson, and Green, the University's teaching mission has continuously expanded, its external research funding has nearly doubled in recent years, and the University has established itself as a national leader in research and development of key technologies. The Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) Department focuses on cutting edge of materials, physical, and chemical sciences, and their related applications and technologies. A facility of particular relevance for the faculty position is the $85 million landmark Natural Science and Engineering Research Laboratory (NSERL), which hosts a fully furnished clean room. The MSE Department currently has 17 faculty members and approximately 80 graduate students and offers MS and PhD degrees in Materials Science and Engineering. Areas of research expertise include advanced micro- and nanoelectronics, artificial intelligence (AI), catalysis, sensing, biomedical devices, flexible electronics, and energy storage and conversion.

Applicants should upload the following:

· cover letter and full curriculum vitae summarizing their interests and their qualifications for the position, including past and/or anticipated future efforts to advance diversity, equity and inclusion;

· statement of teaching philosophy describing (at a minimum) their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching philosophy and practices foster (or will foster) equitable and inclusive learning environments;

· statement of research interests describing (at a minimum) past, present, and future research and how they have fostered (or will foster) equitable and inclusive research environments;

· a writing/publication sample; and

· full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

Reviews will commence as completed applications are received and will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed on March 31, 2023. Priority will be given to completed applications received by November 30, 2023.

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