Sep 09, 2024

Assistant professor energy and track

  • Ohio University
  • Athens, OH 45701, USA

Job Description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

To apply, please complete and submit the online quick application and attach required documents which include: resume/cv, cover letter, teaching philosophy, research interests, and references. For references, please provide names, addresses, and current contact information for up to five professional references.

Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by October 31, 2024.

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Position Information

Job Title
Assistant Professor, Institute for Sustainable Energy and the Environment (Tenure Track)

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete and submit the online quick application and attach required documents which include: resume/cv, cover letter, teaching philosophy, research interests, and references. For references, please provide names, addresses, and current contact information for up to five professional references.

Review of application materials will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by October 31, 2024.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.

Posting Number
20162636F

Job Description
The Russ College of Engineering & Technology’s Institute for Sustainable Energy and the Environment (ISEE) at Ohio University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek candidates whose research focuses on areas such as industrial decarbonization, sustainable energy, thermal management, waste utilization, water remediation, critical minerals and materials, and lifecycle analyses. Candidates with expertise in advanced computational methods, including machine learning or artificial intelligence, are particularly encouraged to apply.

The anticipated start is August 2025. The ideal candidate should demonstrate both intellectual depth and breadth, as well as a promise for high-quality research involving PhD, MS, and BS engineering students and a commitment to teaching excellence. Individuals with demonstrated abilities to collaborate across disciplines are also encouraged to apply.
Applicants must have a doctoral degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment. The successful candidate is expected to develop an externally-funded research program leading to national/international recognition, teach inspiring courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute to the operation and promotion of the department, college, university, and the profession. The candidate’s home department will be determined based on their research field and expertise. The ideal candidate should show the potential for excellence in these activities through journal publications, patents, professional conference presentations, course design and instruction, undergraduate and graduate mentorship, external outreach, technical committee participation, and related activities.
ISEE is a vibrant research community that has experienced tremendous growth over the past five years and is central to the university’s research mission. The successful candidate will join an institute consisting of three tenure-track faculty and three full-time research staff. Annual ISEE research awards over the past three years exceed $3 million, including federal, state, and industry sources. ISEE particularly values collaborations with industry and external academic partners. The institute currently supports 16 PhD, 4 MS, and over 20 BS engineering students. We have active research projects supported by the U.S. Department of Energy developing carbon utilization, energy storage, additive manufacturing, sustainable carbon materials, and water remediation technologies. ISEE is located in the newly opened Russ Research Opportunity Center, a $33.5 million investment in expanding Russ College research capabilities, made possible by the $120 million Russ Endowment.
Ohio University is the oldest university in Ohio and recently received the prestigious Carnegie R1 classification for very high research activity, one of 142 such schools nationwide. The university also recently completed its Dynamic Strategy process to craft a vision and goals across four pillars to guide the institution’s future. A key element of the Discovery Pillar is to lead nationally in the energy and environment sectors by advancing research focused on achieving a low-carbon future and mitigating the economic, ecological, and social impacts of global environmental change. Athens is a quintessential college town in the Appalachian foothills of southeast Ohio, offering excellent academic and social opportunities and the convenience of small-town living.

Minimum Qualifications
A doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field is required by the start date of the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

Department
Institute for Sustainable Energy and the Environment

Pay Rate
Pay is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at

Job Open Date
09/06/2024

Posting Close Date
October 31, 2024

Employment Type
full-time regular

Job Category
Tenure Track Faculty

Months
9 month

Planning Unit
Russ College of Engineering & Technology

Work Schedule
M-F, 8-5, Varies with class schedule, office hours, and research activities.

Campus
Athens

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Dr. Jason Trembly, trembly@ohio.edu

Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.