Metallurgical and Materials Engineering - Full Professor - 530181

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering and the Lee J. Styslinger Jr. College of Engineering at The University of Alabama invite applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Full Professor. Candidates with particular research emphasis and interests in the areas of solidification science and metal casting are of particular interest and thus are strongly encouraged to apply. The department offers a B.S. in Metallurgical Engineering and has active M.S. and Ph.D. programs. Faculty are expected to contribute to teaching, research, and service, including developing and leading extramurally funded research groups, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and fostering a collegial community. The position requires a Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, or a closely related discipline, a strong record of research and publications, experience in education and professional service, 10+ years of experience as a tenure-track/tenured faculty member at a leading R1 institution, effective communication skills, and the ability to sustain a quality research program and teach effectively at both graduate and undergraduate levels. Applicants must also meet university criteria for Full Professor.

Requirements

Earned Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.
Demonstrated record of research work and a record of impactful scholarly publications in refereed journals, conference proceedings, and similarly impactful venues.
Demonstrated record in metallurgical engineering, materials science and engineering, and/or materials science education and professional service in area(s) of specialization.
10+ years of experience as a tenure-track/tenured faculty member at a leading peer R1 institution.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated the ability to construct and sustain a quality research program.
Exhibit excellent teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Meet all university criteria for appointment to the rank of Full Professor.

Nice To Haves

Particular research emphasis and interests in the areas of solidification science and metal casting.
Prestigious achievements in their field and exceptional national and international reputations (for consideration as an Endowed Shelby Distinguished Professor).
Ability to collaborate with existing faculty in key focus areas and potential colleagues across campus.
Demonstrated a record of high-quality research and scholarly publications that is recognized nationally and/or internationally.
Significant record of scholarship in metallurgical engineering, materials science, or a closely related department with both undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Post-doctoral experience or other similar post-graduate experience.
Exceptional collegial, interpersonal, and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

Develop, lead, and extramurally fund a highly productive research group with significant scholarly impact.
Collaborate with existing faculty within the department and college, as well as across the campus.
Develop and teach classes at both the undergraduate and graduate level in the faculty member’s area(s) of expertise.
Teach courses that support the delivery and accreditation of the Department’s core degree programs.
Support the collegial, welcoming, and supportive spirit of the community.