Faculty Position in Energy & Sustainability

The Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Portland State University seeks a highly qualified candidate to fill a tenure track position at the level of Assistant/Associate Professor. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, and should have research expertise that supports the department's growth in the area of energy and sustainability. Specific areas of interest include but are not limited to green buildings, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and environmental aspects of the built environment.

Portland State University is one of the three major state institutions of higher education in Oregon. Portland, the major metropolitan center of Oregon, has a diverse industrial base, with a mix of heavy and light manufacturing, and a vibrant computer and electronics industry. The city is also renowned as a leader in green buildings and sustainable design practices. Several major power generation and distribution agencies are also headquartered in Portland. The Maseeh College of Engineering and Computer Science at Portland State University is in an exciting period of growth and opportunity. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join us as we continue our investment in the field of energy research and green building technologies.

Send applications, including a curriculum vita and names of three references to:

Energy and Sustainability Search Committee Chair
P.O. Box 751-ME
Portland OR, 97207-0751

Application review will begin on January 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Non U.S. residents must state their visa status. Portland State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity institution and, in keeping with the President's diversity initiative, welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.