DescriptionSTATLER COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND MINERAL RESOURCESThe Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources at West Virginia University invites applications for one non-tenure-track position of Research Assistant Professor in the general area of energy conversion. The specific subjects of interest include (1) thermoelectric oxide materials and all oxide thermoelectric generators; (2) high-temperature solid oxide cells for electricity generation and hydrogen production; (3) chemistry and nanostructure design and engineering of various metals and ceramics.Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: (1) significantly contribute to research programs by conducting high-quality research experiments and contributing and further leading various aspects of research projects and proposal development and leading to author peer-reviewed journal publications and developing the intellectual properties; (2) assisting the principal investigators in overseeing the lab activities, leading and managing the lab personnel; (3) and mentoring students for participation in research or thesis/dissertation work towards degree completion.West Virginia University is the comprehensive Land Grant University of the State of West Virginia with a main campus enrollment of over 24,000 students, and a Carnegie Classification of Highest Research Activity (R1 University). The community lies within a high technology corridor that also includes several federal research facilities, such as the U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory, NASA's Independent Verification and Validation Facility (IV&V), the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the FBI, as well as private industry. The city is located within reasonable driving distances from Pittsburgh, PA and Washington, DC. Additional details on the area and the university are available at and .The Statler College has eight academic departments with approximately 3800 students and 147 faculty members. It is nationally recognized for high quality teaching and research, as well as for its excellent faculty and students. The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering has 30 tenure-track or tenured faculty members, over 540 undergraduates and over 115 graduate students. It offers degrees at the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. levels, including dual B.S. degrees in both aerospace and mechanical engineering, as well as M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Materials Science and Engineering.

　　QualificationsEligible candidates must hold an earned doctoral degree in mechanical engineering or a related field at the time of appointment. Expertise in materials synthesis, microstructural characterization, and physical properties measurement is required.To apply for this position, visit . Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a two-page research statement, two representative publications, and contact information for at least three professional references. Only candidates who submit complete documentation will be considered in the review process. For further information, please contact Dr. Xueyan Song at 304-293-3269 or . You may also visit the MAE website at: .Morgantown is a safe, inclusive, and family-friendly community. WVU provides faculty members with a supportive environment for developing a visible and... For full info follow application link.

　　West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.