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Assistant Professor Position – University of Michigan

The Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position, starting September 1, 2022. Although candidates at the Assistant Professor rank are preferred, candidates with exceptional experience and qualifications may be considered at the rank of Associate Professor.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) currently enrolls about 1000 students and offers a full range of educational programs, from undergraduate to Ph.D. levels, in the areas of mechanical, bio-, automotive, and materials engineering. A new 123,000 square foot state-of-the-art laboratory building opened by the College of Engineering and Computer Science in 2021 and other facilities offer excellent opportunities for research and teaching. The Department has 26 full-time faculty members and expects a period of dynamic growth with active strategic hiring over the next several years.  The department and College of Engineering and Computer Science value a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We are committed to the development of diverse and culturally intelligent faculty who thrive and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related field. Special consideration will be given to candidates with expertise in integration of design with manufacturing. Excellent teaching and communication skills as well as demonstrated research potential are essential.

The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of design, solid mechanics, and manufacturing, establish a sustainable research program, make significant scholarly contributions to their discipline, be an effective teacher and mentor of both undergraduate and graduate students, and engage in institutional and professional service.  

Applications:

Applicants should send a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statements of teaching, research interests, and diversity; and names and contact information for four references through Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/93514.

The review of applications will start on October 15, 2021, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

The University of Michigan-Dearborn is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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Assistant Professor: University of Wisconsin- Department of Mechanical Engineering Position Summary:  

PVL #239792 

Assistant Professor: University of Wisconsin- Department of Mechanical Engineering Position Summary:  

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks to fill four  new faculty positions in two focus areas (1) machine learning, AI, and data-driven approaches to  modeling, simulation, and design; and (2) robotics, controls, and automation. 

The first focus area is tied to the topics of data-driven approaches, artificial intelligence, and  machine-learning as manifested in design, modeling, and simulation within Mechanical  Engineering. The department is particularly interested in candidates whose research in this focus  area can address fundamental challenges in topics including but not limited to: topological design;  human-centric product design; simulation of large-scale, complex dynamical systems; design of  cyber-physical systems; control of dynamic systems; multi-physics modeling and simulation;  reduced order modeling; and high dimensional optimization. 

The second focus area of interest is tied to the broad topics of robotics, controls, and autonomous  systems. The department is particularly interested in candidates whose research is focused on the  design, modeling, dynamics, and control of robotic systems. Research in these areas would lead to  

breakthroughs in challenging applications such as: autonomous robots and vehicles operating in  complex and unstructured environments; manipulation in complex tasks; mobility in water, air,  land, or space environments; and human-robot cooperation. The department is particularly  interested in candidates who, by drawing on a strong analytical foundation, would leverage the  experimental assets in the College of Engineering’s new Robotics and Autonomous Systems facility  to solve societally impactful engineering problems. 

The UW-Madison College of Engineering strives to foster a respectful, diverse, equitable, and  inclusive environment. Candidates with specific goals and plans that advance this mission are  strongly encouraged to apply. 

Requirements:  

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, with demonstrated excellence in  research and teaching. 

Principal duties: 

Teaching and developing undergraduate and graduate courses; mentoring graduate students and  supervising their research; developing and directing a strong, extramurally funded research  program; participating in departmental and university faculty governance; and contributing to  professional and public service. 

Please see full position description, requirements, and application instructions in the official  position vacancy listing: https://jobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/510307/assistant-professor .

Department of Mechanical Engineering 

Room 2107, Mechanical Engineering Building • 1513 University Avenue • Madison, Wisconsin 53706 

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Fellowships & Scholarships

Application open for UMD Global STEWARDS NSF NRT Fellowship, 2022 Cohort

We are now accepting applications for the UMD Global STEWARDS (STEM Training at the Nexus of Energy, WAter Reuse, and FooD Systems) graduate training fellowship, funded by the National Science Foundation Research Traineeship (NRT) program.

Applications are due by October 15th, 2021, and the cohort will begin in January 2022. Applicants must be currently enrolled or accepted into a PhD program at the University of Maryland College Park.

Approximately 12 Global STEWARDS will be accepted to the 2022 cohort. We will have funding from NSF to offer one-year stipends ($34,000) to approximately 6 of the 12 accepted students, along with tuition support and health benefits. Funding decisions are based on the strength of accepted students’ application materials.

To be eligible for an NSF stipend, an applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. However, we encourage students to apply for the Global STEWARDS program even if they are not eligible to receive an NSF stipend because these individuals will still be able to participate in all NRT program elements. In addition, all 12 accepted Global STEWARDS Fellows, regardless of whether they receive the NSF stipend or not, will receive $1,500 to support conference travel, workshops and publications.

Please see the attached announcement and our website (http://globalstewards.umd.edu/) for additional information about the program. Application information and the link to the application website can be found here: https://globalstewards.umd.edu/apply-now-2022-cohort/

Finally, we encourage interested doctoral students to attend our upcoming UMD Global STEWARDS Zoom Information Session, Friday September 17th at 12pm. Please register for the Zoom session here: https://go.umd.edu/2022infosession

If you have any additional questions, please email us at umdglobalstewards@gmail.com. Please forward this email to any doctoral students who may be interested in this opportunity.

Thanks for your support!

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2022 Hertz Fellowship Application Open through October 29!

Now Accepting Applications
We’re excited to announce that the online application for the 2022 Hertz Fellowship is now open through October 29th.

The Hertz Fellowship provides financial and lifelong professional support for the nation’s most promising graduate students in science and technology.
We’re looking for creative individuals who want to apply their research toward solving our nation’s toughest challenges—from the future of healthcare to the future health of our environment.

Hertz Fellows receive up to five years of graduate funding and join a powerful and influential community peers, creating lifelong connections that will accelerate their careers and broaden the applications of their work.

Benefits of the Hertz Fellowship
Full tuition equivalent for up to five years

$34,000/year stipend – higher if combined with another fellowship
Powerful community of 1,200+ peers

Special events, workshops, and networking opportunities
Whether you know someone who might be a great candidate or you plan on applying, we hope you’ll explore the resources below and share them with your friends and colleagues. You can always email us with any questions at fellowshipinfo@hertzfoundation.org.

FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION

Fellowship Overview
Learn how the Hertz Fellowship can advance your ideas and power your career.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Review common questions from previous applicants.

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Explore applicant requirements and fellowship compensation options.

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Fellows Community
The power of our community is what makes the Hertz Fellowship so unique.

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Provide potential candidates with an overview of the fellowship and application.

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Upcoming Hertz Events
Mark your calendars for these upcoming events featuring members of the Hertz community.

Wednesday, September 15, 2021
Mapping Whole-Brain Circuits
Hertz Fellow Chris Own
Founder and CEO, Voxa

Wednesday, October 13, 2021
SwabSeq: A Solution for Large-Scale COVID-19 Testing
Hertz Fellow Leonid Kruglyak
Professor, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

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Defenses

In-Person Thesis/Dissertation Defense Procedures

The Graduate School has stipulated that starting on August 30, 2021, all thesis and dissertation defenses must occur fully in person unless an exemption has been granted by the Graduate School. The defending student and committee must be physically present in the examination room during the entire defense and during the committee’s private deliberations following the examination. If either the student or any committee member wishes to request remote participation, they will need to first obtain a waiver from the Graduate School (using the link provided later in this document). 

For students planning to complete their degree program this semester, we are sending some additional guidance for the defense. The steps to follow are below.

1. Please email the Graduate Office (megrad@umd.edu) two weeks prior to your defense with the information below. If a student or committee member is requesting a waiver for remote participation, the graduate office should be notified at least three weeks prior to the defense: 

  • List of committee members
  • Abstract
  • Day/Time
  • Room/Location 
    • Notify the Graduate Office if you need help reserving a room

2. All thesis and dissertation committee members, including members external to UMD, will be able to sign the Report of the Examining Committee electronically in Adobe Sign. A request to initiate the electronic Report of Examining Committee (REC) form must be made at least 10 business days before the scheduled defense. The committee chair will submit a request for the electronic REC here. In order to complete the request:

  • The committee chair (or designee) must have the student’s information, including name and UID, as well as all committee member names and email addresses.
  • The email address provided for each committee member will serve as authentication when accessing the electronic REC. Special members who do not have a UMD login will no longer have any issues signing the form electronically.

3. The Graduate Office will still be sending out the Middle States Assessment Form and Electronic Publication Form by email to the committee chair prior to the defense.

4. It is very important to note that it will be extremely difficult to find and obtain approval for an emergency, last-minute replacement faculty member for any committee.  It is recommended that you send multiple reminders to all committee members starting at least three days prior to the defense date and ask them to re-confirm their attendance.

5. In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Graduate School will consider exemptions to the remote defense policy for the Fall 2021 semester. These exemptions will include unusual circumstances such as:

To request a remote participation of a committee member during the Fall 2021 semester, you can complete this form starting on August 1: go.umd.edu/gs-remote-def. Please allow ten business days for a resolution that is not an emergency, and note that a remote defense cannot occur without prior approval. 

Remote Defense Request / Procedures 

Ahead of the defense, we encourage you to review the policy on remote participation in a thesis defense or a dissertation defense.  When you make a request, you will be asked to acknowledge these policies.

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Graduate School will consider exemptions to the in-person defense policy on an individual basis. Remote participation by the student or committee chair, or Dean’s Representative will be permitted in exceptional and compelling circumstances such as:

To request the remote participation of one or all participants, please complete this form go.umd.edu/remotedrequest or visit our website for more details.

  • Please allow ten business days for a resolution that is not an emergency, and note that remote participation cannot occur without prior approval from Graduate School. 
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Manufacturing, Industrial and/or Systems Engineering Positions – University of Texas

The College of Engineering and Integrated Design (CEID) at the University of Texas at San  Antonio (UTSA) is seeking applications for two Assistant Professors in the field of  Manufacturing, Industrial and/or Systems Engineering. The full-time, tenure-track positions,  with primary appointments in the Department of Mechanical Engineering will begin in August  2022 and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.  

We are interested in candidates with strong expertise in any of the following areas: Operations  Research, Data Science, Supply Chain Network Design, and Advanced/Intelligent/Smart Manufacturing. Collaboration with government and industry, along with the wide array of centers  and institutes at UTSA is expected. Research aligned with national priorities such as  decarbonization of manufacturing; securing supply chain networks, bulk power systems, and/or  critical infrastructure is desired. In particular, collaboration with the Cybersecurity Manufacturing  Innovation Institute (CyManII) is strongly desired.  

Optimally, the successful candidates should perform research in cybersecurity manufacturing  (Integration of Information/Operational Technologies; Cyber Physical Systems) with a focus on (1) devising novel artificial intelligence, machine learning, and optimization algorithms tailor made for automated processes; and (2) designing integrated supply chain networks to provide a  robust methodology for sensor-dense manufacturing environments. 

The successful candidates must have demonstrated (1) research competencies and capabilities  commensurate with an Assistant Professor appointment level in CEID, (2) potential to lead collaborative teams in federally funded interdisciplinary and/or transdisciplinary efforts, and (3)  exemplary dedication to inclusion and diversity in all of its forms. The Assistant Professors will  join the Department of Mechanical Engineering and are expected to support the upcoming B.S.  program in Industrial and Systems Engineering, as well as the current M.S. program in Advanced  Manufacturing and Enterprise Engineering, and the M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Mechanical  Engineering. The successful candidates will also need to have the ability to work with and be  sensitive to the educational necessities of a diverse urban population, and be committed to  advancing the University’s mission as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. 

The Department of Mechanical Engineering currently has 21 full-time tenured/tenure-track faculty  (5 endowed chairs), 6 full-time non-tenure track faculty, and 1075 undergraduate, 68 M.S., and 48  Ph.D. students, with the doctoral program jointly offered by Southwest Research Institute (SwRI).  In addition to the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering, and a M.S. degree in  Advanced Manufacturing and Enterprise Engineering, the B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering  is ABET accredited. UTSA is committed to growth in student opportunities, as indicated by the  $95 million Science and Engineering building completed in summer 2020. Additional information  about the Department can be found at https://engineering.utsa.edu/mechanical/. 

UTSA is one of the 13 University of Texas System’s campuses and is located in the City of San  Antonio. The Department of Mechanical Engineering and CEID have experienced sustained 

growth in student population, number of faculty, and research awards. The College includes five  departments/schools: School of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction  Management, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Biomedical Engineering  and Chemical Engineering, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and School of  Architecture and Planning. Several research centers are also hosted within CEID, including the  Texas Sustainable Energy Research Institute, Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Lean  Systems, Center for Excellence in Engineering Education, Open Cloud Institute, and Institute for  Regenerative Medicine. The University enjoys strong ties with other research institutions and  companies located in San Antonio. These include SwRI, CPS Energy, Texas Biomedical Research  Institute, Joint Base San Antonio, San Antonio Military Medical Center, and UT Health San  Antonio.  

San Antonio is the seventh largest city in the United States. Located in South Central Texas, San  Antonio has mild winters and an affordable cost of living. San Antonio is one of the fastest growing  cities in the country and is a hub for engineering, industry, construction, manufacturing, and  military activities.  

Required Qualifications: 

A. Doctoral degree in Manufacturing, Industrial and/or Systems Engineering or closely-related  field, 

B. Potential to establish extramural funding in Manufacturing, Industrial and/or Systems  Engineering, 

C. Potential to conduct pedagogical training in Industrial and/or Systems Engineering, D. Potential to teach and mentor students, including first-generation or underrepresented  students, 

E. Record of publications in high impact journals and/or conferences. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

A. Record of excellence in university-level teaching or teaching assistantship, and B. Record of excellence in interdisciplinary and/or transdisciplinary research. 

Required Application Materials: 

A. A cover letter that summarizes the unique qualities of the applicant.  B. Curriculum Vitae.  

C. Research and Teaching Statements: include specific plans for developing a nationally  recognized research program that is supported by extramural and intramural funding,  teaching and mentoring philosophies, examples of courses taught as Teaching Assistant or  primary instructor, publications in high impact peer-reviewed journals, and future plans to  advance diversity and inclusion in an academic environment (4-page limit).  

D. Three sample publications: Peer-reviewed papers, chapters, submitted manuscripts, or  similar.  

E. List of three references: include name, title, email, and telephone contact information. 

Given the role of diverse leadership in enabling pathways and serving as a role model for students  from historically underrepresented groups, applications, and nominations of diverse candidates  from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged. We also encourage 

applications from women, ethnic and racial minority groups, veterans, and persons with  disabilities. Applicants selected for interviews must be able to show proof that they will be eligible  and qualified to work in the United States by time of hire. UTSA is an Affirmative Action/Equal  Opportunity employer. 

Applicants must submit their full application package via UTSA’s Candidate Gateway. To  apply, you may access the position posting directly by clicking HERE. The review of  application materials will begin on the preferred deadline of November 30, 2021 and continue until  the position is filled.  

For information, please contact: 

Krystel Castillo, Ph.D., Sc.D. 

Professor, Mechanical Engineering 

Krystel.Castillo@utsa.edu

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High-Speed Computational Fluid Dynamics Faculty Position – Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering in the College of Engineering and Integrated Design at the  University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) invites applications for a tenure-track position to be filled by  August 2022. The Department is looking for outstanding individuals at the Assistant Professor level with  demonstrated research expertise who can help the department strengthen its teaching and research  programs. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely  related field by the time of employment. Applicants are sought in the research area of computational high speed aerodynamics. Subfields of interest include but are not limited to: hypersonic/supersonic  aerothermodynamics, compressible flows, transitional and turbulent flows, pressure-gain combustion,  chemically-reacting flows, and air-breathing propulsion. 

The successful candidates are expected to build successful, externally funded research programs in  collaboration with other units in the department, the College of Engineering, the College of Science, the  NASA Center for Advanced Measurements in Extreme Environments (CAMEE) and across the University.  UTSA has recently completed a Mach 7 wind tunnel facility and a detonation tube and is constructing a  high-enthalpy shock tube. In addition, the university will soon open a new School of Data Science.  Applicants that can successfully leverage these resources while demonstrating a creative vision for original  research are particularly encouraged to apply. The incumbent must be able to:
(1) develop an externally  funded and internationally recognized research program;
(2) supervise graduate students;
(3) teach  undergraduate and graduate classes in ME;
(4) work with others across disciplinary boundaries;
(5) show  a commitment to inclusion and diversity;
(6) serve the department, College of Engineering, and the  University.  

UTSA is located in San Antonio, Texas, a vibrant city of more than 1.6 million people, with significant  economic growth, numerous industrial establishments, and excellent school districts. The city and the  University provide excellent cultural and educational opportunities as well as exceptional employment  opportunities. The University, classified as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI) and a Hispanic Serving  Institution (HSI), has more than 30,000 students and is the third largest component in the University of  Texas System. The Mechanical Engineering Department is housed within the College of Engineering and  Integrated Design (CEID) and is ABET accredited with programs at the bachelors, masters, and PhD levels.  For more information, please visit the Department of Mechanical Engineering website at http://engineering.utsa.edu/mechanical/ 

Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. Priority  will be given to applications received by October 31, 2021.

Interested candidates must submit an  application through the following link: https://jobs.utsa.edu 

• Cover letter specifying interest in high-speed aerodynamics, 

• List of at least three references with current e-mail address and telephone number, • A research statement (2-page limit), and a teaching philosophy statement (2-page limit) that  includes discussion on the role diversity and inclusion play in an academic environment, • Curriculum vitae. 

Applicants who are selected for interviews must be able to show proof that they will be eligible and qualified  to work in the United States by the time of hire. The University of Texas at San Antonio is an Affirmative  Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and it is committed to diversity in its faculty and its educational  programs. The College of Engineering and Department of Mechanical Engineering at UTSA value equality,  and strongly encourage women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

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Electrical Engineer – L3Harris

Job ID: SAS20200608-48887 

Job Title: Electrical Engineer (PhD Grad – Palm Bay, FL) 

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL 

Job Description: 

• Drive solutions to overcome materials related technical barriers 

• Selection of materials for tool construction (Structural materials, adhesives, lubricants, coatings) • Selection of materials for wafer level devices including metals, dielectrics, tie layers, diffusion  barriers, and superconductors 

• Analysis of root causes for materials failure 

• Analysis of corrosion mechanisms and design of anticorrosion solutions 

• Design and performance analysis of microelectronic devices 

• Oversight and analysis of analytical data, including FTIR, DSC, DMA, TGA, SEM/EDS, TOF SIMS 

Qualifications: 

• Masters or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical &  Computer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science  Engineering, Physics or related field 

• GPA of 3.0 or greater 

Preferred Skills: 

• Familiarity with laser processing of materials 

• Prior experience or education in low temperature physics and superconductivity • Knowledge of materials synthesis methods and prior experience with optical material  characterization methods (e.g., surface measurements, bulk index measurements, nonlinearity  measurements, thermal property measurements). 

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may  only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject  to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 

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