The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science is pleased to announce that the Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program is now accepting applications for the 2019 Solicitation 2.  Applications are due 5:00pm Eastern Time on Thursday, November 14, 2019.

Detailed information about the program, including eligibility requirements and access to the online application system, can be found at: https://science.osti.gov/wdts/scgsr/.

The SCGSR program supports supplemental awards to outstanding U.S. graduate students to conduct part of their graduate thesis research at a DOE national laboratory/facility in collaboration with a DOE laboratory scientist for a period of 3 to 12 consecutive months—with the goal of preparing graduate students for scientific and technical careers critically important to the DOE Office of Science mission.

The SCGSR program is open to current Ph.D. students in qualified graduate programs at accredited U.S. academic institutions, who are conducting their graduate thesis research in targeted areas of importance to the DOE Office of Science. The research opportunity is expected to advance the graduate students’ overall doctoral thesis/dissertation while providing access to the expertise, resources, and capabilities available at the host DOE laboratories/facilities. The supplemental award provides for additional, incremental costs for living and travel expenses directly associated with conducting the SCGSR research project at the DOE host laboratory/facility during the award period.

The Office of Science expects to make approximately 70 awards in 2019 Solicitation 2 cycle, for project periods beginning anytime between June 15, 2020 and October 5, 2020.

Since its inception in 2014, the SCGSR program has provided support to over 480 graduate awardees from 135 different U.S. universities to conduct thesis research at 18 DOE national laboratories/facilities across the nation.

The SCGSR program is sponsored and managed by the DOE Office of Science’s Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS), in collaboration with the six Office of Science research programs offices and the DOE national laboratories/facilities, and program administration support is provided by the Oak Ridge Institute of Science and Education (ORISE).

For any questions, please contact the SCGSR Program Manager, Dr. Ping Ge, at sc.scgsr@science.doe.gov.

U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Science

The Department of Mechanical Engineering in the Faculty of Applied Science at the University of British
Columbia (Vancouver campus) seeks outstanding individuals for up to 3 tenure-track positions at the rank of
Assistant Professor in the field of advanced manufacturing. The successful candidates will be appointed in the
Department of Mechanical Engineering or jointly appointed in the Department of Materials Engineering. The
starting date of the position will be July 2020, or as soon as possible thereafter. We are seeking dynamic,
emerging leaders in all areas related to advanced manufacturing. This search primarily focuses on intelligent
manufacturing systems and robotics, manufacturing automation, and additive manufacturing. Candidates
with expertise in manufacturing system design and the application of artificial intelligence in manufacturing
automation are particularly encouraged to apply. Relevant industrial experience is an asset.

The Faculty of Applied Science at UBC has recently celebrated its 100th anniversary. Over this period, the
Faculty has distinguished itself with excellence in teaching and research. The Faculty has embarked on the
creation of a new, undergraduate program in Manufacturing Engineering that is jointly run by the Department
of Mechanical Engineering and Department of Materials Engineering.

Applicants must have either a demonstrated track record or possess a clear potential to achieve excellence in
research and teaching and must be willing to work with, or have experience working with industry, to
implement innovative solutions for manufacturing challenges. The successful candidates will be expected to
develop an independent, internationally recognized research program, teach at the undergraduate and graduate
levels, supervise graduate students at the Masters and Ph.D. levels and provide service to the University and
the community.

The candidate will hold a Ph.D. degree, or equivalent, in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering,
or a closely related field, and will be expected to register as a Professional Engineer in British Columbia.
Undergraduate teaching will primarily take place in the new Manufacturing Engineering undergraduate
program while research will be undertaken within the department(s). Further information on the Faculty of
Applied Science is available at https://apsc.ubc.ca/prospective-faculty.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a short statement of research and teaching interests and
accomplishments, including information on how their research and/or teaching contribute to a diverse academic
environment, and the names and addresses (e-mail included) of four referees. Applications must be submitted
online at http://www.hr.ubc.ca/careers-postings/faculty.php (Job ID 34765).
Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2019 but applications will be accepted until the positions are
filled. After October 15, 2019, please send your application to exec.asst@mech.ubc.ca. All positions are subject
to final budgetary approval.

The Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering at the University of Michigan-Dearborn (UM-Dearborn) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor starting date is September 1, 2020.  Although candidates at the Assistant Professor rank are preferred, exceptional candidates may be considered for the rank of Associate Professor depending upon experience and qualifications. We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate the ability to establish an independent, externally-funded research program in their areas of expertise, and who are committed to student-centered undergraduate and graduate education in industrial and systems engineering. We strongly encourage women and minority candidates to apply.

The IMSE Department, currently at 17 tenure-track faculty and offers several BS and MS degrees and Ph.D. degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering. The department prides itself with its commitment to academic excellence, with its strong connections to the automotive industry and with its collegial work environment.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering or a closely related discipline by September 1, 2020.  The primary area of interest for this position is intelligent manufacturing systems with emphasis on digital manufacturing and manufacturing analytics.

Applications: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of current and future research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, and list of three references. All applications should be submitted to http://apply.interfolio.com/67451.

Applications will be reviewed continuously until the position is filled with the highest priority given to those received by December 15, 2019.

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

Background Screening: The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY, Department of Mechanical Engineering invites applications for multiple open rank, full-time tenured/tenure-track faculty positions beginning in the Fall 2020 semester. We are seeking highly qualified faculty members in all areas of mechanical engineering, with particular interest in individuals with expertise in (a) Dynamics and Controls, including robotics and automation (soft and small-scale robotics, human interaction, autonomous systems, and manufacturing), and mechatronics; (b) Mechanics, including solid and computational mechanics with applications in the areas of smart materials, metamaterials, additive manufacturing, and cell and tissue biomechanics and engineering; and (c) Heat transfer, including energy conversion and transfer, transport in micro- and nano-structured materials, heat transfer in manufacturing processes, and bio-heat transfer. Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field, and will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop and sustain internationally recognized research programs, and participate in multi-disciplinary research projects in the Lyle School and the university. Applications received by October 30, 2019 will be given priority consideration. However, applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research and a list of four references should be sent to ME-Faculty-Search@lyle.smu.edu. Please refer to position numbers 53364 and 52985 in all correspondence. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. With over 10,000 students, SMU is a leading private university located in Dallas and home to the Lyle School of Engineering. The Lyle School maintains a steadfast focus on using engineering to address important issues both at home and around the world, including activities through the Hunt Institute for Engineering and Humanity. The Mechanical Engineering Department resides within the Lyle School and offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering. Additional information about the department’s research centers and laboratories can be found at http://www.lyle.smu.edu/me/. The department has a diverse student population, with approximately 30% female students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. To learn more about the rich cultural environment at SMU, please visit http://smu.edu. SMU is designated as a preferred employer in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, one of the most prolific high-tech industrial centers in the country. The Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex is a multi-faceted business and engineering community, offering exceptional museums, diverse cultural attractions and a vibrant economy. Dallas’ quality of life is exceptional with a relatively low cost of living, upscale apartments and homes within walking distance to the campus, the opportunity to live in the city or out in the country with a relatively short commute, and the availability of both mass transit systems and plentiful oncampus parking. SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University in University Park is pleased to invite applications for multiple tenure-track/tenured positions anticipated in mechanical engineering at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels. The Department will consider all areas pertinent to the mechanical engineering discipline.

Successful applicants will have demonstrated outstanding scholarly research and will have expressed strong interest in engineering education. Qualification for the position is a doctorate in engineering or a related field that must be completed by the start date in the position. Those considered for the Associate and Full levels must demonstrate an established record in research. The successful candidates are expected to teach courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, to develop an internationally-recognized, externally-funded research program, and to contribute to the operation and promotion of the department, college, university, and profession through service.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering and Institute for CyberScience at The Pennsylvania State University in University Park is pleased to invite applications for tenure-track positions anticipated in mechanical engineering at the Assistant or Associate Professor levels. We will consider applicants in the area of energy with particular interest in uncertainty quantification (UQ), data-driven modeling, and optimization.

Successful applicants will have a track record of outstanding scholarly research in the general areas of interest of the Department and the Institute, and will have expressed strong interest in engineering education. Qualification for the position is a doctorate in engineering or a related field that must be completed by the start date in the position. Those considered for the Associate level must demonstrate an established record in research. The successful candidates are expected to teach courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, to develop an internationally-recognized, externally-funded research program, and to contribute service to the operation and promotion of the department, institute, college, university, and profession.