The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks to fill a new faculty position with research applicable to net zero remote equipment for mobile off-road applications. This position is part of the RISE-EARTH Initiative. Applications at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor level will be considered.
The department is interested in candidates whose research can address fundamental challenges in energy storage, energy conversion, and utilization (e.g., greenhouse gas emissions) for applications requiring high power and / or long duration operation. Applicants with research focused on computational modeling or experimental techniques addressing research topics in chemical, mechanical, and electrochemical energy systems are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will be interested in collaborative work with existing centers and faculty in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and throughout campus. Candidates who transcend the traditional boundaries of Mechanical Engineering to incorporate insights from Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and other related disciplines to address high impact societal problems related to the areas described above are especially encouraged to apply.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering advances the mission of the College of Engineering to foster a respectful, diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all members of our community. The Department also strives to create a culture of belonging for all members of our growing department.
Teaching and developing inclusive undergraduate and graduate courses for a diverse student body in Mechanical Engineering, mentoring graduate students and supervising their research; developing and directing a successful, extramurally funded research program; participating in departmental and university faculty governance; contributing to professional and public service; and participating in interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts with other departments, schools and colleges.
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
Required
PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
Candidates will have a demonstrated record of academic achievement such as peer-reviewed publications and grant awards appropriate for the appointment level sought, exceptional potential in establishing a world-class research program and a demonstrated commitment to high-quality and inclusive undergraduate and graduate instruction.
Associate and Full professor candidates must possess experience and scholarly credentials that meet the tenure standards of the UW-Madison Divisional Committee and of the College of Engineering.
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Ongoing/Renewable
AUGUST 19, 2025
Negotiable
ACADEMIC (9 months)
This position is part of the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative. Through accelerated and strategic faculty hiring, research infrastructure enhancement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and increased student and educational opportunities, RISE addresses complex societal challenges of importance to the state, nation and world. Building on UW-Madison’s strengths, RISE expands the University’s successful track record of connecting with communities and industry on collaborative solutions.
Over the next three academic years, UW-Madison will substantially increase current hiring levels, bringing 150 new RISE faculty to campus. Candidates hired through RISE will join a community of scholars working across disciplines, schools and colleges on research, teaching and outreach endeavors. The community will engage regularly in venues such as seminar series and colloquia to share ongoing projects and identify opportunities to work together. The University will support the community, facilitating access to research infrastructure, and funding to support broad and rich collaboration.
Further information regarding RISE can be found at: https://rise.wisc.edu/
Through the campus RISE hiring initiative and the College of Engineering RISE faculty hiring matching program, the College of Engineering will increase by nearly 50 tenure-track faculty members representing a more than a 20% growth in the total faculty body. The RISE EARTH hiring initiative will add 20 new faculty members to this vibrant community in the College of Engineering.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is rapidly expanding, with growing student enrollment and a dynamic wave of faculty hires, making it one of the university’s most vibrant and fast-evolving departments. The Department offers and fosters a transdisciplinary research and educational environment and provides the infrastructure to address grand technological challenges. Candidates who can contribute to these priorities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences in these areas in their cover letter, research statement, and/or teaching statement.
Current research areas in the ME Department include energy systems and storage, electrochemical systems, and sustainability; robotics, sensing and autonomous systems; computer-aided engineering, data-driven approaches, AI/ML and design; engineering mechanics and aerospace engineering; cell mechanics, biomechanics and biorobotics; and advanced materials design and manufacturing. New research directions will continue to be launched and nurtured to facilitate creative solutions to transformative technical challenges.
Please apply directly to the website by clicking on “Apply Now”. Upload a SINGLE PDF document containing a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including a complete list of publications, and the names and contact information for three references. Applicants should include a maximum three-page research statement and a one-page teaching statement describing how the applicant’s research and teaching goals fit the solicitation described above. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring.
The deadline for assuring full consideration is December 2, 2024. However, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled.
Employment will require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. To be considered, applicants must upload a signed ‘Authorization to Release Information’ form as part of the application.
Catherine Carter
[email protected]
608-265-2155
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Professor(FA020) or Associate Professor(FA030) or Assistant Professor(FA040)
A19-COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING/MECHANICAL ENGR
Faculty
304211-FA
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