"Assistant/Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering"

Job Description

The School of Nuclear Engineering at Purdue University invites applications for one tenured/tenure-track faculty position at Assistant/Associate Professor level. Purdue University seeks to attract exceptional candidates with strong research background focusing on advanced reactor technologies including small modular reactor. The desired expertise includes advanced reactor and fast reactor technologies, nuclear fuel and fuel cycle, advanced nuclear materials, artificial intelligence, however, other nuclear related areas are also considered.

Preferred and Required Qualifications

Successful candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree in Nuclear Engineering or a related discipline by the employment start date and demonstrate excellent potential to build an independent research program at the forefront of their field, as well as potential to educate and mentor students. Early-career applicants should show evidence of initiating independent research, while mid-career applicants should demonstrate a sustained record of independent research within academic or industrial organizations, and contributions to education and/or mentoring. The successful candidate will conduct original research, advise graduate students, teach undergraduate and graduate level courses, and perform service at the School, College, and University levels. US citizenship is not required to apply for this position, however many external funding opportunities in these research areas are restricted to US persons.

Application Details

To apply, please submit application to this site including (1) cover letter, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) teaching plan, (4) research plan, (5) names and contact information for at least four references. The search committee may contact references to request letters. For questions regarding applications contact the Office of Academic Affairs, College of Engineering, at coeacademicaffairs@purdue.edu. Review of applications will begin on November 24, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required for employment in this position.

Purdue University and the College of Engineering have a Concierge Program that provides dual career assistance and relocation services.