Faculty Position in Fluid Mechanics at University of Maryland

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Maryland seeks applications for a tenuretrack

faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of Fluid Dynamics. Specifically,

applicants studying both the fundamental and applied aspects of flow physics using computational and/or

theoretical techniques with a particular focus on the role of interfacial fluid dynamics within flows across

all scales will be considered.

This position is intended to compliment ongoing experimental research programs within the department

on free surface and multiphase fluid dynamics. The selected candidate will be expected to teach

undergraduate and graduate classes, supervise graduate student research, and attract funding to

support independent and collaborative research programs yielding high-quality peer-reviewed

publications.

Applicants must hold a doctorate in mechanical engineering (or related area) and demonstrate the

potential to excel in teaching and research. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a

prerequisite. Postdoctoral or industrial experience is considered an advantage. Salary and start-up

package will be commensurate with experience. The applicant should be available to start on or before

January 1, 2010.



To apply: For best consideration, candidates should apply by August 3, 2009, but the position will

remain open until filled. Please upload the following materials via the website:

https://apra.umd.edu/search.jsp?ID=ENME000001.

• Letter of Application with 3 References (name, complete address, phone and email)
• Resume/CV
• Teaching Statement
• Research Statement & 3 recent Publications

Check the ME website: www.enme.umd.edu/employment for current information. Please submit all

questions to: mejobs [at] umd.edu.



The Department of Mechanical Engineering is currently ranked in the top 7% of all mechanical

engineering graduate and undergraduate programs within the United States, as determined by U.S.

News and World Report.



THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.