Colorado School of Mines

Mines is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator that recognizes that diversity is crucial to its pursuit of excellence in learning and research. Mines is committed to developing student, faculty, and staff populations with differing perspectives, backgrounds, talents, and needs and to creating a richer mix of ideas, energizing and enlightening debates, deeper commitments, and a host of educational, research, and service outcomes. As such, Mines values candidates who have experience working in settings with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job no: 495860
Work type Academic Faculty, Tenure/Tenure Track Faculty
Location: Golden, CO
Categories: Faculty (Academic/Research/Teaching), Mechanical Engineering

  Position Title Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering - Sustainable Energy Solutions The Opportunity The Mechanical Engineering (ME) Department at the Colorado School of Mines (Mines) invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering, anticipated to begin in Fall, 2023. While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, the Department is especially interested in candidates with research specialization in sustainable energy solutions. Specific areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Renewable energy applications (e.g., hydrogen, solar, biofuels, wind) with interests in areas such as electric grid integration, process intensification, energy efficiency, distributed-energy solutions, and/or manufacturing and scale-up
• Large-scale energy storage (e.g., batteries, chemical, thermal) with emphasis on materials, devices, hybridization, and/or integrated systems

Applications will be accepted until December 15, 2022, with priority given to submissions received by Oct. 14, 2022. For further information, please contact the search chair, Dr. Steven DeCaluwe at decaluwe@mines.edu. Responsibilities • Develop a strong, visible, and externally funded research program that leads to high-quality scholarly publications.
• Develop and deliver high-quality instruction to undergraduate and graduate students in Mechanical Engineering.
• Supervise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Cultivate and promote an inclusive and diverse Mines community through recruiting, mentoring, and service.
• Establish and/or maintain a high-quality publication record.
• Contribute institutionally and professionally through active service. Minimum Qualifications • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited program by the time the appointment begins.
• Scholarly activity and potential for research excellence in the broad area of sustainable energy solutions, as evidenced by publications and/or conference presentations
• Commitment and ability to support excellent teaching and curriculum development in Mechanical Engineering at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Passion for teaching and instruction with a commitment to learning and implementing best practices in STEM pedagogy.
• Commitment to implement best practices in diversity, inclusion, and accessibility to create research and learning environments where all can succeed.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications • Research experience and accomplishments beyond a graduate degree program, in academic, research lab, and/or industry, as demonstrated by publication record.
• Demonstrated experience in external funding application.
• Demonstrated teaching ability at the university level.
• Commitment to collaborate across campus and contribute to service in the broad area of sustainable energy, including renewable energy and energy storage.
About the Department, Mines & Golden, CO
Colorado School of Mines is located in picturesque Golden, in the foothills of the Rockies, 15 miles west of Denver and 20 miles south of Boulder. The Department of Mechanical Engineering is focused on education and both basic and applied research that addresses problems of national interest in the areas of thermal-fluid systems, systems/operations engineering, advanced manufacturing, biomechanics, robotics and automation, and solid mechanics and materials. Our undergraduate enrollment in Mechanical Engineering is 1,607, with approximately 24.2% women and 11.8% underrepresented students. We pride ourselves on a strong project-based spine of undergraduate courses that apply theoretical knowledge and engineering skills in classroom activities and team projects. The ME Department currently has 27 tenured/tenure-track faculty, 14 teaching faculty, 4 professors of practice, and 7 research faculty. We maintain a high-quality, well-funded research program (~$12M in annual research awards) with strong participation from students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Approximately 170 graduate students (17.5% women, 14.6% underrepresented) study within a broad research portfolio. Major specialty programs for undergraduate and graduate students include robotics, automotive engineering, biomechanics, aerospace engineering, energy systems and systems engineering/operations research. More information can be found at www.mines.edu and mechanical.mines.edu.

Mines is consistently ranked among the top engineering colleges in the United States and ranks number one as the best public school in the state for best value colleges. The 2022 U.S. News and World Report's America's Best National Universities ranks Mines as the top-ranked university in Colorado, and 33rd in the category of Top Public Schools. In 2022 Mines was ranked 3 rd on the list of best engineering colleges by Money Magazine. The school's proximity to Denver and Boulder provides opportunities for significant collaboration with federal labs (NREL, NIST), industry, and other universities.

Mines produces industry-ready scientists and engineers known for their work ethic, problem-solving ability, and teamwork focus. Our graduates are in great demand and are involved in solving major technical and societal challenges of our times. Campus-wide initiatives, including our exceptional Trefny Innovative Instruction Center, support best practices for teaching and learning on campus. Our Center for Entrepreneurship and Educationsupports students and faculty to change the world through innovative thinking and entrepreneurial pursuits.

Colorado School of Mines is known globally for the quality of its distinctive graduates, the success of its alumni and its unique expertise in topics related to Earth, Energy, and the Environment. Our core values include Inquiry and Innovation, Inspiration, Challenge, Openness, Respect, Diversity, Compassion, and Collaboration. Each of the values above facilitates our shared success, and the advancement of Mines and its mission. By our examples and by our encouragement we foster these values throughout our community and among our students, to inspire them to pursue excellence in our shared lives of inquiry and innovation. For more information visit https://www.mines.edu/president/planning/.
 
Equal Opportunity
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines' commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.
Pay Range
Mines is offering an academic year salary of $95,000 - $101,000.

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate's education, training and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees. Total Rewards Mines is proud to provide exceptional benefits that include pay, health & wellness and work/life balance offerings. Our portfolio of benefits includes fully paid medical and dental premiums, as well as vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. Additionally, Mines employees are eligible for tuition benefits (for employees and dependents), generous paid holidays and leaves and discount programs. Additionally, Mines' leadership and innovation brings proximity and access to several research centers, consortia, agencies, labs and leading edge technology. For more information, visit Mines benefits. How to Apply  
Applicants will be asked to complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, names and contact information of three professional references from whom letters may be subsequently requested, and veteran status) and upload the following:

1. 1. cover letter briefly describing interest in and qualifications for the position
   2. curriculum vitae
   3. statement of research experience and interests (max 3 pages)
   4. statement of teaching, with a description of experience in active learning and online education
   5. statement on contributions to diversity and inclusion, describing your past experiences and proposed activities to advance access, inclusion, and diversity at Mines

Research Statement: Candidates should describe their vision for a successful, externally funded research program, articulating a compelling vision for work that connects to and expands ongoing work at Mines to address national priorities in sustainable energy solutions. The candidate should describe their research's expected impact and its relevance to Mines' goals (e.g., Earth, energy, and environment). The statement should cover both the candidate's history of successful research and their plans for future research at Mines, as well as their plans for obtaining external funding to support future research.

Teaching Statement: Mines and the ME Department pride ourselves on strong, project-based course offerings that apply theoretical knowledge and engineering skills in classroom activities. Candidates should describe their pedagogical approach, how it reflects best practices in STEM education, and describe any teaching qualifications, including previous experience. Additionally, Mines is growing its online MS non-thesis degree programs. Candidates should cover their in-person and hands-on teaching pedagogy and be prepared to describe any experience they have in online education.

Contributions to Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Statement: Mines is committed to access, inclusion, and diversity and is actively developing a strategic plan to advance Diversity, Inclusion, and Access (for more information visit https://www.mines.edu/about/diversity-and-inclusion/). The diversity and inclusion statement should describe your experience and should propose concrete research, teaching, and/or service activities that will advance access, inclusion, and diversity at Mines and beyond. Candidates are strongly encouraged to connect their proposed activities to best practices.

For questions about this opportunity, contact Kathleen Feighny, Human Resources, at kfeighny@mines.edu. Background Investigation Required Yes COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement This position will require documented proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or exemption because of a medical or religious exclusion. New employees will be required to provide attestation to their status with proof of vaccination upon hire. Religious and medical exemptions and reasonable accommodation shall be addressed as required by law pursuant to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's vaccination guidance.

Advertised: Sep 9, 2022 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: Dec 15, 2022 11:55 PM Mountain Standard Time
 

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