Open Positions

Ph.D. Student/Research Assistant

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at University of Miami has one open PhD-student/Research Assistant position in the field of materials science and engineering addressing the goal of developing polymer based electrochemical devices (fuel cells, solar cells, and sensors).  The candidate should have received or is expecting to receive his/her master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering and/or Chemical Engineering and/or Mechanical Engineering.  This research assistantship will cover tuition and stipend in a period of 3 years starting in the spring semester of 2008.

Send curriculum vitae to: Dr. Xiangyang Zhou. Email: xzhou@miami.edu.

Ph.D. Student/Teaching Assistant

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at University of Miami has one open PhD-student Teaching Assistant position in the field of energy sciences.  The candidate should have received or is expecting to receive his/her master?s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.  This teaching assistantship will cover tuition and stipend in a period of 3 years starting in the fall semester of 2008.
Send curriculum vitae to: Dr. Kaufui V. Wong. Email: kwong@miami.edu.

All applicants should also apply online for admission to the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering department at U.M. to facilitate consideration.

College of Engineering
University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Faculty Openings at All Professorial Levels

The College of Engineering at the University of Miami invites applications and nominations for a number of tenure-track positions at all professorial levels.  The College is seeking candidates with a strong record of scholarship with a focus on obtaining external funding, a demonstrated excellence in graduate and undergraduate teaching, interest in developing and implementing curricula that address multicultural issues, and a thoughtful commitment to university and professional service. For senior-level appointments, a proven record of extramural funding support is required.  The College includes five academic departments, 750 undergraduates, 250 graduate students, and 80 dedicated faculty, who have garnered national and international awards including election to the National Academy of Engineering. Applications are invited in the following areas of research and education: (1) Biomedical (bioelectrical/biomechanical devices and systems, cell/tissue engineering, biomaterials); (2) Civil, Architectural and Environmental (structures, materials, sustainable construction, water, waste); (3) Electrical and Computer (multimedia, sensors, imaging, computing, signal processing, power electronics, photonics); (4) Mechanical and Aerospace (finite element, energy, fuel cells, bio-heat transfer, fluid dynamics, tissue mechanics, space structures, composites); (5) Industrial and Systems (supply chain, automation and control, human factors, health care, quality management, service systems, risk and decisions).

Collaboration is a hallmark of the faculty?s activities, including joint research with colleagues in the School of Medicine, the School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, the School of Architecture, the School of Arts and Sciences, the School of Business Administration, the School of Music, the School of Communication, the School of Education, the School of Law and the School of Nursing.

A Ph.D. in engineering, science or a related discipline is required prior to the appointment. Qualified applicants should mail (a) a letter of interest, (b) a resume and (c) at least three (3) references to

Dr. Shihab Asfour, Associate Dean for Academics
Faculty Search Committee
College of Engineering
University of Miami
P.O. Box 248294
Coral Gables, FL 33124-0620

The University of Miami, a private university, offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental benefits, tuition remission, vacation, paid holidays and much more. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.