Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Solid Mechanics
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Solid Mechanics
The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Memorial University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor in the area of applied mechanics and mechanical design, with specialization in solid mechanics and stress analysis.
The appointment will commence on April 1, 2012, or shortly thereafter.
Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in engineering as well as a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, and demonstrate the potential for excellence in both teaching and research. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to register as a professional engineer in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Duties will include teaching a range of undergraduate and graduate courses, developing laboratory facilities, supervising graduate and undergraduate student research, and undertaking an active, funded research program. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Memorial University (www.mun.ca) is the largest university in Atlantic Canada, offering a diverse selection of undergraduate and graduate programs to almost 18,000 students. As the only university in Newfoundland and Labrador, Memorial plays an integral role in the educational and cultural life of the province and provides a distinctive and stimulating learning environment.
The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science (www.engr.mun.ca) follows a fully co-operative education format with accredited engineering programs in civil, computer, electrical, mechanical, ocean and naval architectural, as well as the recently established process engineering discipline.
Memorial University is located in the provincial capital of St. John's; a very safe, friendly city with a vibrant cultural life, great historic charm, and easy access to a wide range of year-round outdoor activities.
The deadline for receipt of applications is January 31, 2012.
Candidates should forward an electronic application that includes a curriculum vitae, the names and complete contact information of three referees, a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, and copies of at least three relevant technical publications to:
Dr. R. Venkatesan, Dean (pro tempore)
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada A1B 3X5
E-mail: dean.engineering@mun.ca
REFERENCE: ENGI-2011-001
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University of Newfoundland is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified women and men, visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
