Faculty Position
The Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at Duke University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position to begin Septmeber 1, 2011. We anticipate hiring at the tenured Associate or Full Professor level, although truly exceptional candidates may be considered at the level of untenured Assistant or Associate Professor.
Department Overview
Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science (MEMS) is one of four departments in the Pratt School of Engineering, an outstanding school within a world-class, top-ranked teaching and research university. The Department currently has 26 full-time faculty members and over 250 students pursuing B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science. With average annual research expenditures of $6M, the Department was recently ranked 8th nationally for scholarly productivity of faculty by the Chronicle of Higher Education (2008). Areas of faculty specialization are: Aeroelasticity, Aerodynamics, Biomechanics, Computational Materials Science, Computational Mechanics, Controls, Energy, Intelligent Systems, Nonlinear Dynamics, Nanoscience, Surface and Interface Science, Single Molecule Mechanics, Therapeutic Ultrasound, Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer, and Vibrations.
The Department derives strength from cross-disciplinary collaborations in the Pratt School of Engineering, the School of Medicine, and throughout the university. Many MEMS faculty are active in thrust areas such as nanotechnology, bioengineering, and energy research, organized around Duke's hallmark interdisciplinary centers, including the Center for Bioinspired Materials and Materials Systems (CBIMMS) and Center for the Environmental Implications of NanoTechnology (CEINT). The Pratt School is committed to the Department's continued growth and excellence, with several faculty hires in progress or planned.
Candidate Profile and Responsibilities
The successful candidate should have a track record of high quality scholarly research, and a demonstrated capability to secure research funding. Once hired, the successful candidate is expected to establish a vibrant research program, obtain competitive external research funding, participate actively in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute through service to the welfare of the department.
Application
Applicants should submit their application packet containing a cover letter, complete curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of at least four references to: http://www.mems.duke.edu/application-for-faculty-position. Applications received before January 1, 2011 will receive full consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Contact
Please contact the head of the search committee, Prof. Pei Zhong (pzhong@duke.edu) with questions.
Duke University and Health System is an equal opportunity institution. Duke is committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. If you have a disability requiring reasonable accommodations during the application process, please contact Disability Management Systems at 919-684-8247.
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (Postdoctoral Researcher)
(PhD in materials science/mechanical engineering) (REF SIM-08)
To work on a research project in the area of multiscale simulation of the mechanical behavior of
materials within the framework of the European project RADINTERFACES. The selected
candidate will work in the study of the meso-scale damage of nanoscale metallic multilayers
materials, under the supervision of the project leader. Coupling discrete dislocation dynamics
and finite element simulations.
Starting date: As soon as the position is filled.
Requirements: PhD in Material Science/Mechanical Engineering. Experience in programming
(Fortran, C++) and numerical simulation techniques (discrete dislocation dynamics, finite
elements). Fluent English (oral and written)
Conditions: Contract with full social security coverage.
Gross Salary: depending on candidate
Contact: Interested candidates please send your CV indicating the job reference to:
jobs.materials@imdea.org
Department Chair - Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science
Duke University and the Pratt School of Engineering invite applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science (MEMS). MEMS is one of four departments in the Pratt School of Engineering, within a world-class, top-ranked teaching and research institution.
Department Overview
The Department currently has 26 full-time faculty members and over 250 students pursuing B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science. With average annual research expenditures of $6M, the Department was recently ranked 8th nationally for scholarly productivity of faculty by the Chronicle of Higher Education (2008). Areas of faculty specialization are: Aeroelasticity, Aerodynamics, Biomechanics, Computational Materials Science, Computational Mechanics, Controls, Energy, Intelligent Systems, Nonlinear Dynamics, Nanoscience, Surface and Interface Science, Single Molecule Mechanics, Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer, and Vibrations.
The Department derives strength from cross-disciplinary collaborations in the Pratt School of Engineering, the School of Medicine, and throughout the university. Many MEMS faculty are active in thrust areas such as nanotechnology, bioengineering, and energy research, organized around Duke's hallmark interdisciplinary centers, including the Center for Bioinspired Materials and Materials Systems (CBIMMS) and Center for the Environmental Implications of NanoTechnology (CEINT). The Pratt School is committed to the Department's continued growth and excellence, with several faculty hires in progress or planned.
Candidate Profile and Responsibilties
Successful candidates will have a track record of dynamic leadership skills in academia, possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to lead the Department in developing and implementing a compelling vision for its research, education, and service programs. Key responsibilities will include strategic planning, development of emerging areas (e.g. energy research), coordination of interdisciplinary activities, commitment to diversity in faculty and staff hiring, and assistance with securing funding for scholarships, endowed chairs, and center/focus area initiatives. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field, and must qualify as a full professor in the department, able to continue a productive research program of international stature. The preferred start date for this position is July 2011.
Application
Applicants should submit the application packet containing a cover letter, complete curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of at least four references to the following website: http://www.mems.duke.edu/application-for-chair.
Contact
Please contact the head of the search committee, Prof. Stefan Zauscher (zauscher@duke.edu) with questions or nominations of candidates. Applications received before November 1, 2010 will receive full consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Duke University and Health System is an equal opportunity institution. Duke is committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. If you have a disability requiring reasonable accommodations during the application process, please contact Disability Management Systems at 919-684-8247
Duke University and Health System is an equal opportunity institution. Duke is committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. If you have a disability requiring reasonable accommodations during the application process, please contact Disability Management Systems at 919-684-8247
W.M. Keck Institute for Space Studies Postdoctoral Fellowships Announcement of Opportunity
Application Deadline: 5pm PST 24 November 2010
The W.M. Keck Institute for Space Studies at the California Institute of Technology announces an opportunity for highly qualified individuals to apply for postdoctoral fellowships to conduct research in space science and engineering. The primary purpose of the Keck Institute for Space Studies (KISS) is to develop breakthrough planetary, Earth, and astrophysics space mission concepts and technology by bringing together a broad spectrum of scientists and engineers for sustained scientific and technical interaction. The Keck Institute Fellowships will support outstanding recent postdoctoral scientists to conduct research that is broadly related to the goals of the Keck Institute for Space Studies and its funded study programs.
Please see http://www.kiss.caltech.edu/postdoc2010/index.html for additional information. This program is open to applicants of any nationality who have earned (or will have earned) their doctoral degrees on or after January 1, 2008, in any discipline. Awards will typically be for two years, starting in 2011, at an annual stipend of $60,000 plus benefits, and an additional allowance of $6,000 per year for travel and other research costs. A one-time $4,000 relocation allowance is also provided. Applicants should identify abilities and research plans that are relevant to the previous, ongoing or proposed study programs of the Institute. Consideration will also be given to applicants who propose research in areas of potential future interest to the Keck Institute. Applications must include a letter of endorsement from a Caltech/Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) postdoc sponsor who is associated with the Institute (a list of eligible sponsors is available on the website). Postdoctoral fellows may reside on the Caltech campus or at JPL, based on the location of the postdoctoral sponsor.
Up to two Keck Institute Fellowships will be awarded in 2010. Caltech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, veterans and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.
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