Assistant Professor of Energy/Climate & Engineering

Position overview
Position title: Assistant Professor (tenure-track)
Salary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $94,300 - $206,300. ​​
The posted UC Academic salary scales set the minimum pay as determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the salary scale(s) for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/oct-2023-acad-salary-scales/t3.pdf
The base salary range, from the salary table(s), for this position is $94,300 - $118,700. ​
“Off-scale salaries” and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience. ​
​Additional UCSD salary information can be found here: https://aps.ucsd.edu/compensation/apo-salary.html

Application Window

Open date: September 18, 2023

Most recent review date: Friday, Dec 15, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Wednesday, Jan 31, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at the University of California, San Diego, is actively seeking applications for an Assistant Professor position. This role is dedicated to broadening the Department's research portfolio at the intersection of energy/climate and engineering. The successful candidate will participate in a dynamic enterprise within MAE in the realm of energy-related disciplines, with a specific emphasis on climate impact.

The Department encourages applications with interests in a broad array of areas, including but not limited to: carbon sequestration, innovative design of zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs), renewable energy solutions, wind power technologies (in particular the relevant fluid mechanics and the interplay between climate change and wind power generation), advanced renewable energy forecasting techniques, proactive mitigation strategies, and holistic approaches to mitigate climate change adverse effects, including extreme weather events, through dynamic energy systems and novel control schemes. The department is looking for an exceptional candidate who brings a synergistic skill set to our department, particularly individuals looking at fundamental physical problems relevant to the intersection of natural phenomena and engineering systems, and who can contribute effectively to the research, teaching and service missions of the MAE department.

The required job duties for this position encompass:
1. Establishing a robust research program, which involves the development of grant proposals & securing funding.
2. Teaching university students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels;
3. Maintaining professional competency in related discipline;
4. Participating in a variety of service activities.

In this role, we expect a successful candidate will exhibit clear potential for growth & tangible outcomes in their respective discipline, particularly in the following areas:
1. Continuing to develop strong teaching skills.
2. Aspirating toward exceptional scholarly achievements.
3. Striving to deliver high-quality work and research.
4. Displaying a genuine passion for creative pursuits.

For more information on the Professorial Series visit: https://ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-220.pdf

We especially welcome candidates who have contributed to programs that increase the access and success of underrepresented students or faculty in engineering and who are committed to, and experienced in, building an excellent and diverse academic environment.

The Jacobs School of Engineering at UC San Diego is committed to building an excellent, diverse and inclusive faculty, staff, and student body (https://jacobsschool.ucsd.edu/about/diversity )

For applicants interested in spousal/partner employment, please see https://aps.ucsd.edu/recruitment/pop/index.html for the UC San Diego Partner Opportunities Program.

Department: https://mae.ucsd.edu/

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Applicants must possess a PhD or have advanced to candidacy at the time of application, in the area of Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

PhD degree

Preferred qualifications

Preferred candidates will have demonstrated accomplishments in areas contributing to diversity, equity, and inclusion, such as increasing the access and success of underrepresented students or faculty in engineering. Candidates should have a desire to participate in the School's diversity initiatives (http://www.jacobsschool.ucsd.edu/diversity/ ).

Application Requirements
Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

• Cover Letter

• Statement of Research

• Statement of Teaching

• Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity. See our Faculty Equity site and our Expectations of the Contributions to Diversity Statement document. for more information.

• Misc / Additional - Optional documents such as: publications, awards, work-in-progress, and other related documents.
  (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 4-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF03689

Help contact: [email protected]

About UC San Diego

The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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Job location
La Jolla, CA