Assistant, Associate, Or Full Professor Of Material & Energy Sciences / Umkc School Of Science & Engineering / Division Of Energy, Matter, & Systems

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UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

SCHOOL of SCIENCE and ENGINEERING

Division of Energy, Matter and Systems

The UMKC School of Science and Engineering recently added a new 58,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility at the cost of $40 million to support multidisciplinary education, research, and economic development initiatives for our divisions and the region. One of the key components of this new facility is a dual chamber (ISO6 and ISO7 category) cleanroom.

The Energy, Matter, and Systems Division (EMS) has undergone exciting growth in recent years. The EMS Division faculty members hold the record of submitting the highest number of grant proposals during the last academic year.

In addition to individual single-PI grants and projects, the EMS faculty have many collaborative grants and multidisciplinary projects with the School of Pharmacy, School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, and other STEM and non-STEM units across the campus and beyond. The EMS faculty members have been instrumental in the establishment and continued success of the Missouri Institute of Defense and Energy (MIDE), which has become one of the most successful platforms in the entire University of Missouri System regarding sponsored research and academia-industry-government collaboration. MIDE is founded on bridging fundamental science with applied engineering to solve longstanding challenges in the defense, energy, and related commercial sectors.

As of 2023, MIDE has secured $60M in externally awarded grants and contracts and supports over 100 students, faculty, and staff. UMKC is the first university in the country to sign a cooperative research and development agreement with the United States Cyber Command. In 2015, MIDE was presented with the R&D100 award for a defense technology that led to two small businesses and two licensed patents.

Two MIDE faculty received the Intel Outstanding Researcher award for their work on next-generation transistors. They are the only University of Missouri System recipients since the award's inauguration in 2012.

The EMS Division has been involved in the University of Missouri System's NextGen Data Science and Analytics Innovation Center (dSAIC), which supports university research across the state and plays a critical role in health, business, and workforce development across Kansas City and the region. The EMS Division is the home to the NSF IUCRC Center of Big Learning (CBL), which focuses on deep learning acceleration, model compression, image and video compression, remote sensing, and vision.

CBL has several transdisciplinary projects sponsored by NSF programs, such as Smart Connected Community (SCC) and Improving Undergraduate STEM Education (IUSE), aiming to improve AI and Data Science research and education. The interdisciplinary and multi-campus collaboration activities have created an open, collaborative research and education platform. Examples include NIH and NSF-funded research projects in AI/Machine Learning for Virtual Surgery, Bioinformatics, and more with the Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and Nursing as well as St Luke's Medical Center, Children's Mercy Research Institute, and Stowers Institute for Medical Research.

https://sse.umkc.edu/about-us/electrical-and-computer-engineering-directory.html

Job Description

To support the remarkable developments and future growth opportunities, UMKC has launched a cluster hiring initiative within the Division of Energy, Matter and Systems (EMS). We seek candidates in the broad areas of Material Science and Energy Science. The EMS Division includes the Faculties of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), Mechanical Engineering (ME), Chemistry (CHEM), and Physics & Astronomy (P&A).

As part of this cluster hiring initiative, the EMS Division is seeking applications for one (1) tenure-track/tenured faculty position in Material and Energy Sciences areas at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, starting in Spring 2025.

Areas of interest for the Material and Energy Sciences Position: Candidates with backgrounds and expertise in all emerging domains of materials and energy sciences and technologies that have strong prospects of extending our sponsored research program and securing external funding are highly encouraged to apply.

Some specific areas of interest are (but are not limited to) nanomaterials, energy materials, electronic, optical, and magnetic (EOM) materials, intelligent and smart materials, metamaterials, and circular materials. This faculty position is intended to develop and sustain well-funded research and education programs in materials and energy sciences. We will seek candidates who aim to address the most fundamental challenges in materials research, which requires cross-cutting collaborations and can significantly enhance our nation's competitiveness in developing new science and technology related to advanced materials.

Advancements in cross-cutting materials science and engineering are critical for the increased economic competitiveness of the United States and are, therefore, the funding priority of federal agencies. Successful applicants will have access to the state-of-the-art labs and centers at SSE, EMS, and the Missouri Institute of Defense and Energy (MIDE). These facilities have supported $60M in externally awarded grants and contracts from federal agencies, including DOD, NSF, and NIH.

Qualifications

The candidates must have a Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Sciences and Engineering, and relevant fields. The successful candidates are expected to:

1. develop and sustain an extramurally funded research program;

2. have a strong commitment to teaching courses in the department's undergraduate and graduate programs;

3. engage and mentor graduate students in research and encourage development of new science and technology;

4. engage in departmental, school, or university services appropriate to the position; and

5. advance the goals and strategic plan of UMKC.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experience and evidence of success in externally funded research. This is a 9-month, benefit-eligible, full-time (1.0) faculty appointment eligible for tenure. This is a mid-year hire to begin in January 2025 with a tenure-track start in Fall 2025.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Our academic workloads and schedules promote a positive work/life balance.

Application Materials

For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/jobs, click in Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 52203).

Please complete the brief online application. Application materials should include:

• cover letter highlighting qualifications and experience for a tenure-eligible faculty position;
• curriculum vitae;
• a research statement and evidence of externally funded research;
• a teaching statement which includes teaching experience and philosophy for educating students from different backgrounds and interests; and
• current contact information for 3 professional references.

Please combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

• If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .

• For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number 52203 and name of the position.

• Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home division. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

Candidates will be advised if references will be contacted. An official copy of transcript(s), showing when degree(s), were conferred will be required for candidates selected as finalists. The University's accreditation requires that we maintain an official copy of higher education transcripts for all teaching faculty.

Application Deadline

Application review begins upon receipt. The position remains open until a qualified candidate is hired.

Community Information

UMKC is a public, urban, research university with more than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System.

Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with surrounding urban communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, and more economically secure quality of life. UMKC is in the heart of Kansas City, a world-class computing and engineering hub home to companies such as Cerner, Ericsson, IBM, SS&C, Garmin, and Honeywell (defense contracts) that provide enriching educational partnerships for SSE students and faculty.

Kansas City is a diverse and vibrant community with an affordable cost of living. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both campuses.

As one of the largest cities in Missouri, we are home to national championship sports teams, a rich history of cultural arts and music, NASCAR racing, and a community that is very engaged with and supportive of our university initiatives. Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and long bike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors. Kansas City offers something for everyone!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.

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