"Distinguished Research Fellow, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences"

Position Summary

The Distinguished Research Fellowship Program seeks PhD graduates from underrepresented groups for postdoctoral experience and training in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.

The aim of the program is to develop a robust pipeline of potential underrepresented faculty members. Qualified participants may be able to transition into tenure-track faculty positions in UBs School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.

Preference is given to individuals who are recent graduates or have a few years of post-graduate work and strong academic credentials in areas that have the potential to add to and complement the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences current research and teaching portfolio. Applications will be accepted to all 9 departments within the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.

Fellows are partnered with at least one senior SEAS faculty member, and will gain first-hand experience in:

• Coordinating research programs,
• Guiding and mentoring graduate students
• Writing research proposals
• Conducting seminars

Each Fellow receives $100,000, allocated as follows:

• $80,000/year for salary
• $20,000 for moving, immigration, research travel, and computer costs

Five one-year fellowship positions are available.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the University at Buffalo will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral degree or equivalent from a foreign university in an engineering field
• All degree requirements including dissertation, must be completed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong academic track records and demonstrated potential to be successful future faculty members.

Salary Range

Competitive

Job Type

Full-Time

Special Instructions Summary

Please submit the following application materials:

1. Cover letter
2. CV
3. Research statement ( 2 pages)
4. Diversity statement (1 page)
5. Statement of interest in pursuing an academic position after postdoc (1 page)

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Rajan Batta
Contact's Title: Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs & Diversity
Contact's Email: batta@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-0972

Posting Dates

Posted: 05/28/2025
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled