Professor & Chair
Job Description
Position Number:
123587Title:
Professor & ChairFunctional Title:
Professor & ChairCategory Status:
01-Faculty TenuredApplicant Search Category:
FacultyUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
ENGR-Materials Science & EngineeringCampus/College Information:
The department benefits from and leverages close partnerships with related academic departments and institutes in engineering, physical sciences, and applied sciences, and has fruitful relationships with many neighboring industrial labs and federal research laboratories including NIST, ARL, NRL, FDA, NASA and NIH. Interested applicants are invited to learn more about the department online at mse.umd.edu.
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
We are seeking a scholar with an international reputation, an experienced mentor and manager with proven interpersonal skills, and a visionary leader who can elevate the reputation of the department, and continue to identify, attract, recruit, and retain talented students, faculty and staff.
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering is committed to increasing the diversity of our community. Underrepresented minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply, and candidates who have experience and commitment to working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to describe their experience in these areas.
The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland catalyzes high-quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing ourstudents to create innovations that will address the 21st century GrandChallenges (e.g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and
improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities intoinnovations that benefit millions.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
- Applicants should have an earned doctorate in materials science and engineering or a closely related field of science or engineering
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong leadership ability with proven interpersonal skills
- A proven research record with evidence of international recognition, and a commitment to engineering education.
- Applicants must be qualified for appointment as a tenured full professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
Additional Information:
Posting Date:
07/10/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
10/31/2024Diversity Statement:
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