TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITIONS AT THE ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR LEVEL IN ENERGY STUDIES

The Department of Engineering Physics at McMaster University and the McMaster Institute for Energy Studies are undergoing a significant expansion of research and teaching in the area of Energy Studies. There are two positions available at the Assistant/Associate Professor level. Candidates should have proven excellence in one of the following areas:

Area 1. Photovoltaics – technology development and/or systems design. The successful applicant is expected to have expertise in advanced photovoltaic materials and state-of-the-art devices. He/she will become part of a strong team in the department with active research in photonic materials, devices and technologies. Significant facilities are available for device fabrication and characterization.

Area 2. Nuclear Reactor Physics and Reactor Engineering. This position will build upon existing departmental expertise in nuclear thermalhydraulics, reactor physics, and safety analysis and energy systems. The applicant should have advanced knowledge of nuclear power plant fuel cycles and advanced reactor concepts.

Area 3. Nuclear Reactor Fuel Cycles and Lifecycle Management. Building on the departmental strengths in nuclear engineering, the focus of this position is on nuclear fuel cycles, specifically in the processing and/or disposal of spent nuclear fuel as well as other irradiated materials.

Applicants must have a PhD in Engineering, Applied Physics or a closely related discipline. They will be expected to have proven research excellence in the area to which they are applying and the ability to develop an effective research program. They must also demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and curriculum development at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The Department will provide assistance to the successful candidates for them to become registered as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario.

Interested applicants should send a letter of application stating the area applied for, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, a selection of research publications, and the name and addresses of at least three references to:

Dr. Paul Jessop, Chair
Department of Engineering Physics
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON. L8S 4L7, Canada.

These positions are available immediately and will remain open until filled. Applications by e-mail will not be accepted.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within the community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University welcomes applications from all qualified applicants, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities, and persons with disabilities.