Assistant Professor, Mining and Geological Engineering (Geomechanics)

Posting Number
req21598

Department
Mining & Geological Engr

Department Website Link
https://mge.engineering.arizona.edu/

Medical Sub-Speciality

Location
Main Campus

Address
Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Department of Mining and Geological Engineering at the University of Arizona invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Geomechanics, with an anticipated start date of Fall 2025. This position is part of a multi-year hiring initiative within the department.

We seek outstanding faculty with a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and a strong potential for research. We are especially interested in candidates who will contribute to the growth of our program, enhance our academic community, and provide impactful service to the university.

The successful candidate will develop a dynamic, externally funded research program in geomechanics, with applications in mining and geological engineering. We welcome a broad range of research interests within this field, including: modeling, open pit and/or underground mine hazard assessment and mitigation, slope stability, tailings design and investigation, sensing, data science, and artificial intelligence applications in geomechanics.

Candidates with a background in solid mechanics and experience in material characterization (deformation, damage, and fracture) of heterogeneous materials, including rock, are particularly encouraged to apply. Experience designing innovative experimental setups to complement our existing rock mechanics laboratory is also highly desirable.

We are seeking candidates who are eager to collaborate with colleagues within the Department of Mining and Geological Engineering and across the university, including the School of Mining and Mineral Resources, Civil and Architectural Engineering and Mechanics, Materials Science and Engineering, Geosciences, the Geotechnical Center of Excellence, and the Tailings Center. Strong ties to the mining industry are also welcome.

The successful candidate will be committed to teaching excellence at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in mining and geological engineering. A willingness to teach courses in rock mechanics, fracture mechanics, and underground construction, as well as develop advanced courses in computational geomechanics, is essential.

In addition to research and teaching, the successful candidate will mentor students (including those from underrepresented backgrounds), contribute to scholarly activities within the university community, and engage in interdisciplinary research and educational activities that align with the University Strategic Plan.

Review of applications will begin on January 30, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Develop advanced courses at the graduate level.
• Mentor and advise graduate and undergraduate students, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Actively participate in departmental, college, and university service activities.
• Contribute to scholarly activities within the academic community, including publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences.
• Collaborate with colleagues within thedepartment and across the university on interdisciplinary research and educational initiatives.
• Develop innovative approaches to enhancing student engagement, and expanding collaborations with community and external partners.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree at the time of hire in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Candidate must provide education credentials during the offer discussions.
• No experience beyond the Ph.D. is required forAppointment at Assistant Rank.

Preferred Qualifications

Rank
Assistant Professor

Tenure Information
Tenure Track (T/TE)

FLSA
Exempt

Full Time/Part Time
Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week
40

Job FTE
1.0

Work Calendar
Academic

Job Category
Faculty

Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay
$106,000 - $115,000

Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies
1

Target Hire Date
Start of Fall 2025

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates
Dr. Moe Momayez | moemomayez@arizona.edu
Kandie Stanton | kandies@arizona.edu

Open Date
1/15/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicant
With your application, please submit:

1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter
3) Detailed statement of research interests (3 page maximum) and teaching/educational philosophy (2 page maximum)
4) List of four references with address, email and phone contact information.

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