Working Title Assistant or Associate Professor of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering
Posting Number F00877P
Department SDSMT-Nanotechnology Science & Engineering
Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City
Posting Text
The South Dakota School of Mines & Technology (SD Mines) invites applications for one or more tenure-track faculty positions in Nanoscience and Nanoengineering at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Exceptional candidates who currently hold a tenured academic appointment may be considered for a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate Professor, subject to SD Board of Regents approval. These positions will support PhD and MS programs in Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (NANO) and Biomedical Engineering (BME), and the recently established BS program in Biomedical Engineering at SD Mines. Candidates with research expertise in biomaterials, imaging (including but not limited to bioimaging), tissue engineering and nanomaterials, especially quantum materials, are of particular interest.
These positions should complement ongoing efforts focusing on imaging enabled bioscience through the IMAGEN collaborative (Imaging Materials and Genetic Engineering) a collaboration between South Dakota State University, the University of South Dakota, and SD Mines, with a focus on cell-materials interactions and novel fluorescence based bioimaging; and a newly established collaboration with the NSF-funded MonArk quantum foundry, focused on nanoscale optical investigations of quantum materials. The successful candidate will be provided a competitive salary and start-up package, and access to department laboratories and shared resources, including several state-of-the-art imaging, spectroscopy, and biotechnology laboratories and technical staff.
The selected candidates will be expected to contribute to SD Mines’ Nanoscience and Nanoengineering and Biomedical Engineering program(s) by developing a robust extramurally funded research program, through teaching and development of courses relevant to Nanoscience and Nanoengineering and Biomedical Engineering, and through mentoring and advising of PhD, MS and BS students. Individuals with a research emphasis in nanomaterials, understanding and controlling interactions of materials and nanomaterials with living systems at the cellular level, the optical properties of quantum materials and especially candidates leveraging these topics with novel imaging methods are particularly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must possess a PhD in a science or engineering discipline closely aligned with Nanoscience and Nanoengineering and/or Biomedical Engineering and one of the above-mentioned research emphases. The successful candidate will be a faculty member in Nanoscience and Nanoengineering, with an anticipated start date of August 2022. Email [email protected] for further information regarding this position.
Established in 1885, South Dakota Mines is one of the nation’s leading engineering, science and technology universities. South Dakota Mines is located in Rapid City, SD, and delivers a best-in-class education at an affordable price, with a supportive and collaborative campus community that prepares graduates to become in-demand leaders in today’s fastest-growing industries.
Known for our academic rigor, we maintain an average class size of 24 and our students benefit from immersive learning experiences including undergraduate research, co-ops/internships, and numerous nationally competitive engineering teams. College students who are serious about their future, passionate about STEM, and eager to solve society’s most pressing problems excel at Mines. Our Research Programs are concentrated in four areas: energy and environment; materials and manufacturing; STEM education; and underground science and engineering. South Dakota Mines is a growing university that enrolls around 2,400 students from 45 states and 40 countries and is ranked as the best engineering school for return on investment by College Factual. The placement rate for recent Mines graduates is 97 percent in their field of study.
Rapid City is the state’s second largest city (with an urban population of 77,503 and metropolitan population of 148,749) and is nestled at the foot of the beautiful Black Hills. Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, and Crazy Horse Memorial are all within an hour of the university. Rapid City enjoys a relatively mild climate and offers year-round recreational opportunities, including, hiking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, fishing, and hunting, to name a few. For more information about South Dakota Mines and Rapid City, visit: http://sdsmt.edu/The-Rushmore-Region/.
South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage options for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at https://www.sdsmt.edu/employment/. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin March 3, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Posting Date 01/31/2022
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Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 03/03/2022
Advertised Salary
Duration of the Term 9 months
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Appointment Percent 100
Tenure Status Tenure Track
Proposed Rank Assistant Professor
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Appointment Type Regular
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
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Affirmative Action Statement
South Dakota Mines does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status in employment or the provision of service.
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Contact Information
Steve Smith: [email protected]