Instructor/Assistant Professor Energy Engineering

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WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32). Position Information Position Title Instructor/Assistant Professor Energy Engineering Requisition Number F00501P Job Description The College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology at Weber State University is accepting applications for an assistant tenure track faculty or an instructor position in the Energy Engineering program starting fall semester, 2026. The Energy Engineering program is an extension of the robust Mechanical Engineering department which offers baccalaureate degrees in energy engineering, mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering technology and an associate in pre-engineering.

Instructor positions are temporary appointments renewable annually at the sole discretion of the university. If hired as an instructor, transition to tenure-track requires approval of the Dean and completion of all tenure-track requirements. Job Duties The selected individual will teach a variety of fundamental energy engineering courses. Expected duties include program-building, advising, community and industry outreach, course development, and service to the department, college, and university.

Required courses to be taught are Introduction to Nuclear Energy; Reactor Theory, Safety and Design; and Radiation Protection. Additional areas of interest include but are not limited to Senior Project I & II, Nuclear Industry Fundamentals, and the development of energy engineering technical electives. Required Qualifications Required qualifications for the tenure-track position:

A Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering or closely related area.

At least three years of industry or lab experience

Required qualifications for the instructor (non-tenure track) position:

A M.S in Nuclear Engineering or closely related area

At least three years of industry or lab experience

Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering

At least five years of industry or lab experience.

Teaching experience at the University level along with positive evaluations are a plus.

A successful candidate will be willing to