"Assistant Professor Positions in Materials Science and Engineering"

Job Summary

Position Description

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering in the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at The University of Texas at Dallas invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions. Qualified candidates must have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, contribute to service at the Department, School, and/or University level, and are expected to build an active research program with external funding.

Special consideration will be given to candidates with expertise in the areas of materials and devices for power conversion and battery systems, advanced packaging materials and methods for high power semiconductor and energy systems, energy systems modeling and simulation, thermal management, and critical materials for semiconductor and energy systems. Additional areas of interest include novel battery materials, novel methodologies for sustainable and smart manufacturing, and incorporation of artificial intelligence, machine learning and/or digital twins in materials science research. Outstanding candidates in advanced micro- and nanoelectronics, CMOS extension and beyond, 3D integration, semiconductor process development, and materials characterization for semiconductor devices will be considered.

The appointments commence for the fall 2026 semester.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field (materials science, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, and other related disciplines) is required prior to joining; those with ABD status will be considered at the application/interviewing stage. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We are seeking candidates able to produce research and scholarly or creative achievements that enhance the program and the discipline, and able to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering

Located in the 4th largest metropolitan area in the U.S., The University of Texas at Dallas is a young, growing research institution on the cutting edge of science, technology, business, and the arts. Since its conception by Texas Instruments' founders McDermott, Jonsson, and Green, the University's teaching mission has continuously expanded, its external research funding has nearly doubled in recent years, and the University has established itself as a national leader in research and development of key technologies. The Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) Department focuses on research at the cutting edge of materials, physical, and chemical sciences, and their related applications and technologies. A facility of particular relevance for the faculty positions is the $85 million landmark Natural Science and Engineering Research Laboratory (NSERL), which hosts a fully furnished clean room. The MSE Department currently has 17 full-time and joint faculty members and supports approximately 80 graduate students and offers MS and PhD degrees in Materials Science and Engineering and is expected to offer a BS in Materials Science and Engineering starting fall 2026. Areas of research expertise include advanced micro- and nanoelectronics, artificial intelligence (AI), catalysis, sensing, biomedical devices, flexible electronics, photovoltaics, and batteries.

Application Instructions

Applicants should upload the following:

• Cover letter and full curriculum vitae summarizing their interests and their qualifications for the position.
• Statement of teaching philosophy describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, and teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
• Research statement describing past, present, and future research, including how they mentor (or will mentor) student researchers and foster (or will foster) collaborative research environments.
• If available, details of any current grants that could transfer to UTDallas.
• A writing/publication sample (optional).
• Full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

Applicant review will commence on November 30, 2025, and continue until the positions are filled or the search is closed on January 31, 2026.

Minimum Qualifications:

An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline and a record of productivity and professional achievement.

Preferred Education and Experience:

PhD degree in materials science, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, and other related areas; those with ABD status will be considered at the application/interviewing stage.