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College of Engineering
University of Miami
Advanced Materials Faculty Search

FALL 2025

Job Summary

The College of Engineering at the University of Miami (Coral Gables, FL) invites nominations and applications for multiple open-rank tenured/tenure-track faculty positions (at all levels) in the area of Advanced Materials.  The primary appointment can be in the Department of Chemical, Environmental and Materials Engineering, which houses ongoing work in material synthesis, catalysis and energy storage, or in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, which houses ongoing work in advanced additive manufacturing of polymer composites, multifunctional ceramics, and metallic laser powder bed fusion.  Joint appointments with other university departments are also possible.  The University of Miami’s College of Engineering has embarked on university-wide strategic initiatives related to the University’s Roadmap to the Next Century.  The search is open to all areas of Advanced Materials, including both structural and functional materials.  Applicants with a specialization in 1) computational modeling and simulation for catalysis and energy applications, and 2) high throughput materials invention and development for extreme environments are of particular interest.  Some areas of emphasis include but are not limited to systems/data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, modern design and optimization, and molecular dynamics for catalysis, energy storage and conversion, smart materials and nanomaterials, multi-functional polymer and ceramics, high-entropy alloys, and bio-/ bio-inspired materials.  The college is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidates should have a Ph.D. in chemical engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, or a relevant discipline, a track record of outstanding research, and a commitment to excellence in education and student mentoring.  The selected candidate will be expected to teach classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels.  Preference will be given to mid-career applicants.  Senior faculty will be expected to play a leadership role within the department and to promote interdisciplinary research throughout the University in the field of Advanced Materials.

Application

Initial screening of the applications will begin immediately, with hires expected for Fall 2025. but applications will be received until the positions are filled with an initial priority date of January 15, 2025.

For full consideration, please upload one single file, max. 5MB with the following:

• Cover Letter (discussing your expertise and anticipated contributions at the University of Miami)
• Current Curriculum Vitae
• Research Statement
• Teaching Statements (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, and, for the senior position, concepts for new courses in Innovation and Entrepreneurship)
• Contact Information (including email and phone numbers, for at least three references)

The University of Miami is a diverse and vibrant workforce and student body; applicants should be prepared to speak to strategies that promote and enhance a sense of belonging amongst diverse constituencies.

If the file size is larger or you need any technical help with uploading the file(s), please contact Meylin Kovac at [email protected].  For any additional questions, please feel free to contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Fateme Rezaei ([email protected]).

Additional Information

The University of Miami is a member of the Association of American Universities, the top-tier higher education institutions in the U.S., known for its academic excellence and cutting-edge research.  At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through education, research, innovation, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork, we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes to make the U a great place to work. Located in the beautiful city of Coral Gables – a picturesque oasis in the heart of Miami-Dade County, with one of the largest and most pivotal coastal areas across the globe.  Miami is now the eighth-largest metro area in the United States and Florida is the third-largest state. Thanks to zero state income taxes, cultural diversity, a tradition of entrepreneurship, and a fine climate, Miami is attracting a massive influx of wealth and talent from around the world. Miami aims to become a leading global technology hub in life sciences, fintech, green technology, digital transformation, and the internet of things.  The College of Engineering faculty has access to state-of-the-art facilities including Frost Institute for Data Science and Computing and Frost Institute for Chemistry and Molecular Science at the University of Miami and significant growth in faculty and graduate students is expected over the years. College of Engineering is home to several Centers relevant to Advanced Materials, such as Miami Institute for Clean Energy and Center for Aerosol Science and Technology. 

More details can be found on the Faculty Openings page of the CoE at https://www.coe.miami.edu/directory/current-faculty-openings/index.html. 

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Faculty