Department of Mechanical Engineering Tenure-Track Position in Green Automotive Power Research, Assistant or Associate Level
A new era in engineering is unfolding in the Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University, one designed to address the needs of the 21st century. Guided by a new five-year strategic plan, the Faculty is committed to promoting socially responsible engineering, advancing research for a sustainable society and developing the global engineer of the future. To this end, the Department of Mechanical Engineering is seeking an outstanding individual for a tenure track position in Green Automotive Power Train research. Experience in one or more of the following areas is desirable: hybrid and electric power train technologies, internal combustion engines, prognostics and diagnostics, automotive control and mechatronics, energy storage, and batteries.
The tenure-track appointment will be at the level of Assistant or Associate professor and will commence July 1, 2012. Applicants will hold a doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or a related branch of engineering. Applicants must demonstrate a successful record of research, reflected in extramural grant acquisition and publication in high quality peer-reviewed journals. The recruited individual will teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses, develop graduate level courses, and support departmental growth in automotive research. He/she will also be expected to establish a strong externally funded research program, supervise graduate students, and foster the already existing collaborations with other departments.
Letters of application, accompanied by the applicant’s curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of at least three references are to be sent to: Professor S. Habibi, Chair, Department of Mechanical Engineering, JHE Rm. 316, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, L8S 4L7, email: chairme [a] mcmaster[.]ca. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.
Posted: November 23, 2011
Note: All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for these positions. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, members of sexual minorities and persons with disabilities.
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