Water Sustainability Engineering

Water Sustainability Engineering

The College of Engineering (COE) at The University of Iowa (UI) seeks to expand its expertise and leadership in water sustainability and invites applications for a full-time tenure track appointment. The position is targeted at the Assistant Professor level but all ranks will be considered. This recruitment is part of a campus-wide strategic initiative to integrate sustainable human/ environment interactions into both the intellectual and everyday life of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Iowa. A key component of the sustainability initiative is a cluster hire of ten new faculty positions focused on water sustainability that cuts across five colleges including Engineering, Law, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Public Health, and the Graduate College. The dwindling supply of water suitable for human use and ecosystem services is a global crisis demanding that current and future generations develop better and more sustainable water practices. The COE is seeking creative and entrepreneurial applicants who share our passion for finding solutions to protect water through both innovative research and education focused on the future leaders of engineering. This is the first of two new COE positions in water sustainability and is focused on water sustainability engineering. Applicants with backgrounds in chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, or mechanical engineering are encouraged to apply. Areas of expertise and interest include, but are not limited to: innovative water treatment technologies; environmental sensors; and water delivery, use and reuse systems at their nexus with energy, the environment, and health. The successful candidate is expected to develop internationally recognized research programs and to contribute fully as a scholar through teaching of undergraduate and graduate courses and through service to water sustainability engineering. Applicants must hold an earned doctorate in an appropriate field. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications. Applications for this position (Requisition #57473) must be submitted online at http://jobs.uiowa.edu/content/faculty/. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, statement of teaching interests, a detailed research proposal, and contact information for three references. Application review will begin by April 19, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. The starting date is negotiable, but is preferred to be August 16, 2010. The State, the University and the College of Engineering are strongly committed to sustainability and to providing the education, ideas, and solutions needed to create a more sustainable world. The University and surrounding communities offer a vibrant intellectual and cultural atmosphere; a diverse international community; great public education system; friendly people; affordable homes; easy commutes; and many other assets that make it a great place to live and work. Further information about the position, the departments, and the community can be found at www.sustainability.engineering.uiowa.edu/water.php The College of Engineering is strongly committed to gender and ethnic diversity; the strategic plans of the University and College reflect this commitment. Women and members of minorities are especially encouraged to apply. The University of Iowa is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer.