[ES_JOBS_NET] Tenure-Track Faculty (Air Quality) Depart. of Mechanical Engineering, Univ. of Colorado Boulder

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Tenure-Track-Faculty-in-the-Paul-M-Rady-Department-of-Mechanical-Engineering/74588


The Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of
Colorado Boulder invites applications for three (3) tenure-track faculty
positions with an anticipated start in Fall 2027. The department and
college are particularly interested in qualified candidates who can
contribute through their research, teaching, and service to the inclusive
excellence of our academic community. These positions are anticipated to be
hired at the Assistant Professor rank.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable
federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated
with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds
to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
 Who We Are
Who We Are

The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) is one of Colorado’s
flagship public institutions and among the most research-active public
universities in the country. The College of Engineering and Applied Science
is the second largest school or college on the CU Boulder campus and boasts
top-tier rankings for both its graduate and undergraduate engineering
programs. Earning the 11th spot among public graduate programs and 17th
nationwide for undergraduate engineering. Multiple specialty areas are also
ranked within the top 20. Equally importantly, we are committed to
fostering a diverse, inclusive, and academically excellent community. Our
approximately 250 tenure-track, 120 instructional-track, and 30
research-track faculty serve more than 6,000 undergraduate students, 1,300
master’s students, and 850 PhD students. Our college has three core foci:
(i) Research & Innovation, (ii) Education, and (iii) Inclusion. We believe
that our college’s success requires faculty who actively work to create an
inclusive culture within the college and are committed to the campus plan
of creating and sustaining supportive campus environments
<https://www.colorado.edu/leadershipsupport/>.

To learn more about the College of Engineering and Applied Science please
visit our website <https://www.colorado.edu/engineering/>.

More than 1,700 students and over 80 faculty and staff in the Paul M. Rady
Department of Mechanical Engineering form an innovative and supportive
community in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Students work together
to learn the fundamentals of the field and engage in rigorous, team-based
experiences addressing real-world problems. The department’s award-winning
faculty tackle societal challenges through technological innovation
impacting the environment, security and human health. As a department, we
are committed to high-impact research addressing real-world problems,
active learning and experiential engineering education, and an inclusive
community that brings together students, faculty, staff and alumni.

For more information about the Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical
Engineering please visit our website <https://www.colorado.edu/mechanical/>.
 What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

   - Successful candidates will be expected to engage in undergraduate and
   graduate teaching and mentoring; develop an externally funded research
   program in their technical area; contribute professional leadership and
   service to their unit, the college, and their professional community; and
   cultivate and contribute to the inclusive excellence of our academic
   community.
   - The typical distribution of work for this role is 40% teaching, 40%
   scholarly and creative work (research), and 20% leadership and service.

 What You Should Know
What You Should Know

   - The anticipated start date for this position is Fall 2027; however, a
   later start date may be negotiated.

 What We Can Offer
What We Can Offer

   - The anticipated academic year salary range for this position at the
   Assistant Professor rank is $118,000 - $130,000.
   - A relocation stipend may be available within CEAS guidelines.
   - In addition to a competitive salary, the University of Colorado
   Boulder offers a wide variety of other benefits and perks. Links to these
   are below. To forecast the value of your total compensation, check
out our total
   compensation calculator <https://form.jotform.com/261554884945169>. More
   information on some of our benefits and perks is available here:
gender-neutral
   paid parental leave
   <https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/leave/famli-fmla-and-parental-leave>
   ; housing down-payment assistance programs
   <https://www.cu.edu/treasurer/housing-assistance-programs>; dual-career
   & relocation resources
   <https://www.colorado.edu/engineering/careers/dual-career-relocation-assistance-program>;
   and teaching <https://www.colorado.edu/center/teaching-learning/>,
   research
   <https://www.colorado.edu/engineering-facultystaff/research-support-office>,
   and professional development
   <https://www.colorado.edu/facultyaffairs/fds>.

 Benefits
Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder <https://www.colorado.edu/>, we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive benefits package
<https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits> includes medical, dental, and
retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and
your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder
County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic
community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional
perks and programs through the CU Advantage
<https://advantage.cu.edu/campus/cu-boulder> program.
 Be Statements
Be Statements
Be authentic. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
 What We Require
What We Require

   - Applicants must have earned a research doctorate in engineering,
   physical sciences, or a closely related field, or have their degree
   conferred before starting a tenure-track faculty appointment.

 What You Will Need
What You Will Need

   - Candidates should have the ability to develop an externally funded
   research program that complements and strengthens the existing research in
   the department or enables the growth of new research directions.
   - Candidates should have the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate
   courses in ME.
   - Candidates should have the ability to contribute to an inclusive
   climate that attracts and supports students of all races, nationalities and
   genders.
   - Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural, political, and
   geographical differences, with the ability to work well with faculty,
   staff, and students from all backgrounds and skill levels.

 Special Instructions
Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as individual PDF files:

   1. *Cover Letter:* A one-page cover letter describing your interest in
   the position and summarizing your personal academic goals.
   2. *Resume/CV:* A current curriculum vitae.
   3. *A Statement of Research Philosophy:* A statement of your experience
   and plans for research and/or creative work that contributes to the body of
   knowledge in your field and provides broader benefits to education and
   society (2-3 pages).
   4. *A Statement of Teaching Philosophy:* A statement of your experience
   and plans for teaching and mentoring a diverse student body (2-3 pages).
   5. *Leadership, Service and Community Contributions Statement:* In this
   statement, describe your leadership and service experience, and
   demonstrated ability to contribute to a supportive campus community. Please
   provide details on your track record, calibrated to your career stage, that
   describe the specific role you played in these efforts. These could
   include, but are not limited to service on committees, outreach activities
   to broaden engagement in or with engineering, or serving on advisory boards
   or task forces contributing to policies or regulations. In addition,
   describe your plans to contribute to our campus plan to Create
   Supportive Environments <https://www.colorado.edu/leadershipsupport/>,
   and the College of Engineering and Applied Science Strategic Vision
   <https://www.colorado.edu/engineering/vision> (1-2 pages).

During the application process, you will be asked to provide the names and
contact information for at least three references to submit letters of
recommendation to be considered along with your application materials. We
will request letters later in the search process.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, however for
full consideration please apply by *November 1, 2026*.

*Note: *Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs
<https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/>. Background checks will be conducted for
all final applicants.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any
materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information
such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation.
You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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