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The James Corones Award Now Accepting Nominations

James “Jim” Corones led a distinguished career as a researcher, administrator and, not least, founder of the Krell Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the scientific and educational communities. Under his guidance, Krell grew to supervise many projects and programs, most notably two prestigious Department of Energy-sponsored graduate fellowships: the Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE CSGF) and the Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE NNSA SSGF).

Jim envisioned the Krell Institute as a vehicle to educate superior scientists for the U.S. workforce, helping the country continue to lead the world in multiple disciplines. He was an advocate for mentoring and developing leaders in the scientific community and established programs encouraging scientists to communicate about their research with general audiences. His work helped establish the fields of computational science, advanced high-performance computing, and national nuclear safety.

In his honor and memory, the Krell Institute has established The James Corones Award in Leadership, Community Building and Communication to recognize the impact of mid-career scientists and engineers on their chosen fields across a range of areas.

Rebecca Hartman-Baker, a computer scientist at the Department of Energy’s National Energy Research Scientific Computing Center (NERSC), is the 2019 Corones Award winner, recognizing her “broad impact on high-performance computing (HPC) training; her hands-on approach to building a diverse and inclusive HPC user community, particularly among students and early-career computational scientists; and her mastery in communicating the excitement and potential of computational science.”

ABOUT/ELIGIBILITY

This award recognizes mid-career scientists and engineers — those having earned a Ph.D. within the past 10 to 20 years — who are making an impact in leadership, community building, or science communication. The recipient will be someone who encourages and mentors young people to be active in the science community, to communicate their work effectively, and to make a difference in their scientific area. The prize will consist of a $2,000 cash award and an engraved tangible gift. Travel expenses will also be covered for the winner to attend a designated event.

NOMINATE

Nominations for The James Corones Award in Leadership, Community Building and Communication include a letter from the nominator and a form identifying the nominee and naming three additional references who can speak to his or her character and accomplishments. Krell will secure the reference letters and package all submitted materials for committee review. Self-nominations are accepted.

To nominate someone for the Corones Award, please follow these steps:

  1. Download, save and complete the official Corones Award Nomination Form. (fillable PDF)
  2. Under separate cover, write a letter that speaks to the nominee’s activities, accomplishments and character specific to the aims of this award and the aspirations of its namesake.
  3. Email the completed form and nomination letter to the Krell Institute by December 31, 2019.

Once the form and nominator’s letter are received, Krell Institute staff will contact the three references to secure their letters by February 14, 2020, when nominations officially close. Krell will send a confirmation email once all materials (form, nominator’s letter, and three reference letters) are on file. The winner will be announced in April 2020, with promotions and the award presentation to follow.

DONATE

Those wishing to contribute to the award fund should kindly follow these steps:

Credit card: Donate via Paypal Giving Fund.

Check:

  • Make payable to “Krell Institute” and note “Corones Award” in the memo line.
  • Mail to: Krell Institute; c/o Shelly Olsan, President; 1609 Golden Aspen Drive Suite 101; Ames, IA 50010.
  • Be sure to include the name(s) of those contributing and a physical and/or email address for gift acknowledgement.

Questions: Direct to Shelly Olsan.

To learn more about Jim’s life, professional pursuits and personal interests, see here.

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Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories (MERL) Seeking qualified candidates in the Control and Dynamical Systems Group

Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories (MERL) located in Cambridge, MA, USA, is seeking qualified candidates in the Control and Dynamical Systems Group. MERL is the North American Research and Development organization for Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, a $40B global leader in electrical products including building systems (elevators, HVAC), transportation systems (automotive and train mechatronics), space systems (satellites, telescopes), factory automation (robots, servo systems, laser processing), optical systems, and energy systems (power generation, photovoltaics). The Control and Dynamical Systems group pursues cutting-edge research in control systems design, dynamical systems, optimization, and estimation algorithms with applications to transportation systems, automotive, satellite systems, factory automation and robotics, building systems and HVAC, and electric power systems.

Research areas of specific interest include (but are not limited to) integration of model-based and data-driven control methods, hybrid systems control design and formal methods for control synthesis, statistical estimation and control, and distributed control architecture design.

The successful candidate is expected to perform leading research in control and dynamics, to demonstrate it through application to one or more of the domains above, to publish in top conferences and journals, and to develop over the years a fundamental research agenda aimed at impacting the scientific community and the Mitsubishi Electric’s future technology. Strong interest in validating the research results in laboratory experiments and prototypes with appropriate support is expected.

Responsibilities for this position include:

  • Conducting innovative and relevant research in control and dynamical systems,
  • Developing a research agenda impacting both, the scientific community and the future company technology,
  • Publishing results in leading technical journals, conferences and in patent applications,
  • Applying the research results to company-relevant R&D projects,
  • Collaborating with research staff, academic partners and mentoring interns,
  • Transferring results and technology to Mitsubishi Electric corporate research laboratories.

Qualifications for this position are:

  • A Ph.D. from an internationally-recognized institution in mechanical, electrical, aerospace engineering, computer science, or a related discipline, with a focus on control and dynamical systems.
  • A strong publication record consistent with experience,
  • Extensive knowledge of a main research subject and broad knowledge of control and dynamics,
  • Strong teamwork, communication, listening and teaching skills, and
  • Experience and interest in validating the research results in laboratory experiments and prototypes.

Candidates of all experience levels will be considered at the appropriate seniority level.

Please apply using the link at http://www.merl.com/employment/employment/#CD408

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University of Tennessee -Tenure Track Position with Emphasis on Multifunctional Materials, Structures, and Systems

The Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Biomedical Engineering (MABE) at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in mechanical or biomedical engineering. Responsibilities include teaching engineering courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, conducting research in engineering, developing externally funded research programs, and producing archival publications in leading scholarly journals. A PhD in mechanical or biomedical engineering (or a related field) is required at the time of appointment.

 

The Tickle College of Engineering (tickle.utk.edu) is undergoing a period of substantial growth in both physical infrastructure and research expenditures as it seeks to become a Top 25 ranked public institution. The college presently has seven departments with 186 faculty members, 3,393 undergraduates and 1,155 graduate students. The department (mabe.utk.edu) currently has 40 tenured/tenure track faculty members and enrolls some 1,331 undergraduate and 182 graduate students. Research expenditures in the department exceed $15M per year.

 

Primary consideration will be given to individuals with capabilities and interests in multiscale and multiphysics modeling; computational design; synthesis, characterization, and processing of novel materials; additive, hybrid, and scalable manufacturing technologies; or systems integration to realize multifunctional materials, structures, and systems. Emphasis will be given to candidates with proven expertise in reconfigurable materials and systems that integrate sensing, actuation, learning, and adaptation. Technologies that draw inspiration from biology, enhance the synthetic-biological interface, or enable transformative biomedical applications are also desired. The department has established strong cores in nanomaterials, biomechanics, robotics, and advanced manufacturing, including close working relationships with the Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) and the Center for Nanophase Materials Science (CNMS) at the nearby Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The successful candidate will have extensive opportunities to collaborate with ORNL researchers.

 

Review of applications will begin December 15, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date of the new position is August 1, 2020. Salary is commensurate with the position and experience of the applicant. To apply, go to: https://tiny.utk.edu/ajo-14857  

 

Inquiries should be addressed to the search chair, Dr. Andy Sarles, mabemebmesearch2020@utk.edu

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Defenses

Roohollah Heidary – Dissertation Defense

Title: DEVELOPING HYBRID PHM MODELS FOR PIPELINE PITTING CORROSION, CONSIDERING DIFFERENT TYPES OF UNCERTAINTY AND CHANGES IN OPERATIONAL CONDITIONS

Date: Monday, Oct. 21st, 2019

Time: 11:00 am

Location: Martin Hall EGR-0159

Committee Members:

Assistant Professor Katrina M. Groth, Chair/Advisor

Professor Mohammad Modarres

Professor Ali Mosleh

Assistant Professor Mark D. Fuge

Professor Mohamad Al-Sheikhly, Dean’s Representative

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Utah State University – Faculty Position Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Overview

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (http://www.mae.usu.edu/) at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or closely related fields. Candidates will be considered at either the assistant or (untenured) associate professor level. The positions are academic year (funded for 9-months). Candidates in all areas of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering will be considered. Preference may be given to those with demonstrated expertise in Materials (including applications in solid mechanics and structures), and Aerospace Engineering (including supersonic/hypersonic flows, space controls and dynamics, and space situational awareness). In addition to a clear research focus, successful applicants will also have a strong background in engineering fundamentals and will be expected at a minimum to: 1) develop a significant externally funded research program that includes a strong record of peer-reviewed publications and graduate mentorship, 2) effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and 3) actively participate in assigned department and university duties, and demonstrate leadership in relevant technical societies. Anticipated start date is August 2020. Applications will be reviewed starting October 30, 2019.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a significant externally funded research program that includes a strong record of peer-reviewed publications and graduate mentorship.
  • Effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
  • Actively participate in assigned department and university duties, and demonstrate leadership in relevant technical societies.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Assistant Professor:

  • Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or closely related fields.
  • A strong background in engineering fundamentals.
  • Evidence of emerging research streams with potential for extramural support and publication.

Associate Professor:

  • Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or closely related fields.
  • A strong background in engineering fundamentals.
  • Evidence of established research streams with potential for extramural support and publication.

Preferred Qualifications:

Assistant Professor:

  • Demonstrated expertise in Materials (including applications in solid mechanics and structures), and Aerospace Engineering (including supersonic/hypersonic flows, space controls and dynamics, and space situational awareness)

Associate Professor:

  • Demonstrated expertise in Materials (including applications in solid mechanics and structures), and Aerospace Engineering (including supersonic/hypersonic flows, space controls and dynamics, and space situational awareness)
  • Evidence of teaching and research experiences in the above areas.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

1) Cover Letter to be typed/pasted during your application under “cover letter”

2) Research Statement to be typed/pasted during your application under “research statement”

3) Resume/CV to be uploaded in the candidate profile

4) Teaching Philosophy to be typed/pasted during your application under “teaching philosophy” 

5) Contact information for at least 3 references to be provided in the candidate profile 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate based on experience, plus excellent benefits

https://www.higheredjobs.com/faculty/details.cfm?JobCode=177104416&Title=Assistant%20or%20Associate%20Professor

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Albert Nerken School of Engineering – Tenure-Track Faculty Position

The Albert Nerken School of Engineering at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art seeks outstanding candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in Mechanical Engineering. The school is consistently ranked among the top ten undergraduate engineering institutions in the nation and is focused on providing an exceptional engineering education through an intimate experience characterized by small class sizes and a student-faculty ratio of 7:1. We value interdisciplinary approaches and the intersection of art, architecture, humanities and engineering. Our students and faculty collaborate
across disciplinary boundaries to create innovative solutions to societal challenges. The successful candidate will be dedicated to teaching and mentoring undergraduate students in a rigorous project-oriented and supportive academic environment and engaging undergraduate and master’s students in research and scholarly activities. The ideal candidate should contribute to Cooper Union’s strategic priority of educational innovation and leading-edge pedagogies. The candidate is expected to collaborate with faculty and staff to develop innovative curricular models, modern pedagogical paradigms, and evidencebased assessment techniques.

The candidate should be able and willing to teach broadly across the undergraduate mechanical engineering curriculum. Exceptional candidates from all areas of expertise are encouraged to apply. Additional consideration will be given to those capable of creating opportunities for students at the intersection of mechanical engineering and other disciplines. Candidates interested in contributing to our K-12 STEM outreach programs and in engaging students in competitions or service-learning in our community are also encouraged to apply.

An earned doctorate in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline is required.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit in one searchable PDF document:


• A cover letter. To assist the search committee, all cover letters should address
your interest in The Cooper Union and how you envision your teaching and research
interests will contribute to the department and the institution.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• A statement about your teaching philosophy: describe principles, practices,
or experiences that inform the way you teach (typically 1-2 pages).
• A statement about your research interests, including potential research projects
for undergraduates (typically 1-2 pages).
• A statement about diversity and inclusion: describe your interests, experiences, and
future plans for promoting diversity and inclusion in engineering (typically 1-2 pages).
• Contact information for at least three references. At least one reference
should be able to specifically address teaching.


Nominations should be sent to hr@cooper.edu and questions may be sent to Department
Chair Melody Baglione at melody.baglione@cooper.edu. Review of applications will begin
on November 1, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. The Cooper Union for
the Advancement of Science and Art is an AA/EOE employer.
This is a unionized position.

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University of Kentucky – Multiple Faculty Positions

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EPFL – Faculty Position in Data-Driven Engineering Design

The Institute of Mechanical Engineering is soliciting applications for a faculty position at the level of tenure
track Assistant Professor in Data-Driven Engineering Design. Exceptional candidates may be considered
at the rank of Associate Professor with tenure.

Applications should include a cover letter with a statement of motivation, curriculum vitae, list of
publications and patents, concise statement of research and teaching interests. Applicants should
also provide the names and addresses of 3 to 5 referees. Applications must be uploaded in PDF
format to the recruitment web site:


https://facultyrecruiting.epfl.ch/position/18841600

Formal evaluation of candidates will begin on
December 1, 2019.
Enquires may be addressed to:
Prof. Pedro Reis
Search Committee Chair
e-mail: igm-search@epfl.ch


For additional information on EPFL, please consult the
websites: www.epfl.ch, sti.epfl.ch, igm.epfl.ch.

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Fellowships & Scholarships

GE Research Edison Program

The Edison Engineering Development Program at GE Research is an early career rotational program designed for Masters graduates in engineering and computer science interested in applied R&D.  At GE Research, we create new technologies supporting GE products and services in aviation, power, healthcare, and renewable energy.

We are always looking for great candidates for this premier program, specifically students with the following qualifications:

  • Masters Degree
  • Target Majors – Mechanical Eng., Electrical Eng., Materials Sci./Eng., Computer Science
  • Permanent US work authorization (US Citizen or Green Card holder)

Current research areas and potential project opportunities available to program members include:

  • EE – embedded computing, IoT, cybersecurity, model-based control, advanced controls/controls algorithms, power electronics, power systems, electric machines design
  • CS – embedded computing, IoT, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence/machine learning, computer vision, image analytics, scalable data analytics, cloud computing, blockchain, model-based control, advanced controls/controls algorithms
  • ME – rotordynamics, hands-on advanced mechanical systems (bearings, gears, couplings, rotors), lifing, mechanical structural analysis & computation, CFD, model-based control, advanced controls/controls algorithms, thermal sciences, fluids, heat transfer, thermodynamics
  • MatSci – high temperature metal alloys, composites, ceramics, materials for additive manufacturing

Please encourage students to apply to our job postings on www.gecareers.com:

  • Masters students graduating before June 2020 should apply to our FULL TIME job posting # 3229598
  • Masters students graduating after June 2020 should apply to our INTERN job posting # 3344976
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University of Tennesee – Tenure-Track Position in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

The Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Biomedical Engineering (MABE) at The University
of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applicants for at least one tenure-track position at the
rank of associate or assistant professor in mechanical or aerospace engineering. Responsibilities
include teaching engineering courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, conducting
research in engineering, developing externally funded research programs, and producing
archival publications in leading scholarly journals. It is expected that the candidate will develop
graduate courses in her/his area of research to complement the departmental growth. A
PhD in mechanical or aerospace engineering or a related field is required at time of the appointment.

Review of applications will begin January 6, 2020, and will continue until the position is filled.
The anticipated start date of the new position is August 1, 2020. Salary is commensurate with
the position and experience of the applicant. Applications must include (1) a concise letter of
intent outlining the applicant’s research and teaching goals and objectives; (2) a comprehensive
curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of research and teaching interests; and (4) the names,
addresses and telephone numbers of at least five references.

The application package must be submitted as a single PDF document. To apply, go to: https://tiny.utk.edu/ajo-14847
Inquiries should be addressed to the search chair, Dr. Jay Frankel, at:
mabe2020id50363299@utk.edu