Active Faculty Hiring Searches/Openings

Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

  • Tenured/tenure-track faculty positions

    Open Date: Nov 18, 2023

    Deadline: Jan 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

    Description
    The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Vanderbilt University (VU ChBE) invites applications for one or more tenured/tenure-track faculty positions at any rank. We seek outstanding candidates with principal efforts toward experiments and/or simulations in the areas of sustainability, electrochemical engineering, green manufacturing, biomolecular engineering (bioprocessing, biosystems engineering), health (immunology, neuroscience), and materials to complement existing Departmental, School, and University strengths. We seek candidates who can synergistically leverage our strong interdisciplinary environment to establish a leading research program that applies engineering approaches to solve key societal problems. This search will align with University initiatives that are departmental strengths. Research in environmental separations (clean water, CO2 removal, H2 sourcing) and in sustainable energy generation/storage (solar, biomass, batteries) that provide climate solutions are areas ripe for developing strong cross-department collaborations. Bioengineering is a vibrant area in our department, and existing programs in immunology, omics, metabolism, and neuroscience provide a supportive environment for fundamental and translational research. The successful applicant is expected to establish an independent research program with national and international recognition and teach at all levels.  A PhD in chemical engineering or a closely related discipline is required.

    VU ChBE has annual research expenditures in excess of $7.5M and has steadily climbed the USNWR graduate rankings.  With twelve full-time tenured/tenure-track faculty, we are consistently ranked as one of the top five chemical engineering departments in the U.S. with fifteen or fewer faculty. VU ChBE is located less than a 5 min walk from Vanderbilt's other engineering and science departments and is adjacent to the Vanderbilt Institute for Nanoscale Science and Engineering (VINSE). VINSE is the nucleus for nanoscale materials research at Vanderbilt, and is one of numerous interdisciplinary centers and institutes on campus (https://research.vanderbilt.edu/) that offers comprehensive and state-of-the-art core facilities. VU ChBE is also a short walk from the clinical departments of Vanderbilt’s renowned medical center that is co-located on our campus, facilitating interdisciplinary engineering research with potential translational medical impact.

    Ranked #18 nationally, Vanderbilt University is a private, internationally recognized research university located on 330 park-like acres 1.5 miles from downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Its 10 distinct schools share a single cohesive campus that values collaboration. The university enrolls over 13,500 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, including 36% minority students and over 1,400 international students from 91 countries.

    With a metro population of over two million people, Nashville’s top industries by employment include trade, transportation and utilities; education and health services; professional and business services; government; and leisure and hospitality. Other industries include manufacturing, financial activities, construction, and information. Long known as a hub for health care and music, Nashville is a technology center with a considerable pool of health care, AI, and defense-related jobs available. In recent years, the city has experienced an influx of major office openings by some of the largest global tech companies and prime Silicon Valley startups.

    At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are.  We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

    Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity employer. We have a strong institutional commitment to recruiting and retaining an academically and culturally diverse community of faculty. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identiry, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups, in particular, are encouraged to apply.

    Application Instructions
    Applications should be submitted electronically via http://apply.interfolio.com/136870 and must include: a cover letter with names and contact information of at least three references, a complete curriculum vitae, a statement of research, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Applications received prior to January 1, 2024 will receive priority in evaluation. For full consideration, application materials must be received by January 31, 2024.

Civil and Environmental Engineering

  • CEE Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Sustainability, Energy, and Climate

    The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position beginning Fall 2024. The position is at the rank of assistant professor, but outstanding applicants will be considered at associate and full professor levels based on the candidate’s experience and national and international recognition. The area of specialization is at the intersection of sustainability, energy and climate relative to natural environment and built infrastructure. Areas of research span the existing thrust areas in the CEE department: sustainability science and engineering, infrastructure systems engineering, and materials and structural engineering. 

    The successful candidate is expected to complement and strengthen on-going research & development of innovative engineering solutions in one or more areas that include water, energy and environment nexus, water quality, water resources and hydrology, climate mitigation and adaptation, mobility and transportation, infrastructure resilience, and materials and structural solutions for sustainable infrastructure and decarbonization. The successful candidates will be expected to adopt Vanderbilt’s “radical collaboration” philosophy and leverage resources and expertise that exist within the School of Engineering, as well as the University as a whole. The school of engineering and the CEE department have strong partnerships with the city of Nashville and Tennessee related to sustainability, climate, mobility and smart cities. Leveraging such partnerships, Vanderbilt is set to play a significant role in shaping the future of infrastructure locally, nationally and internationally.  

    The successful candidate will be expected to (i) establish a nationally recognized research program with extramural funds, (ii) teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and (iii) contribute to synergistic efforts within the department, school, and university. A PhD in environmental engineering, civil engineering, or a closely related discipline must be in hand at the time of the appointment. Applications should include a (i) cover letter (ii) complete curriculum vitae, (iii) statement of research, (iv) statement of teaching, (v) statement of diversity and inclusion, and (vi) a minimum of three references. Application materials are to be submitted online at apply.interfolio.com/135827. Applications will be reviewed as they are received; those received by January 15, 2024, will be given full consideration.

  • Vanderbilt Center for Sustainability, Energy, and Climate Director

    Vanderbilt University seeks an outstanding scholar with significant and demonstrated leadership experience to serve as the Director of the Vanderbilt Center for Sustainability, Energy, and Climate (VSEC). A $10-million initial investment in the Center is part of Discovery Vanderbilt, an initiative of the Office of the Provost committing significant resources to catalyze the engagement, reach, and impact of scholars’ cutting-edge work across the university’s schools and departments. The Director of VSEC is expected to be a faculty member at the rank of full professor with a demonstrated track record of building and leading interdisciplinary research and education efforts and will be hired in an academic department suited to the expertise of the Director. The successful candidate will be expected to (i) provide leadership for VSEC’s research, education, global engagement, and entrepreneurship initiatives, (ii) foster a collaborative environment across diverse disciplines, and (iii) establish a nationally and internationally recognized Center supported with extramural funds. In addition to leading the center, the Director is expected to maintain a robust research and education program as a faculty member. The Director will be expected to adopt Vanderbilt’s “radical collaboration” philosophy and should be committed to Vanderbilt University’s mission to bring out the best in humanity by pushing new ideas into the frontiers of discovery and working diligently in the service of others.  

     The primary mission of VSEC is to deliver innovative concepts, cutting-edge research, compelling demonstrations, and concrete implementations to achieve a sustainable, resilient, and adaptive planet. VSEC supports four focus areas: Resource Sustainability; Energy Integration; Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation; and Systems Risk, Reliability, and Resilience, which build on Vanderbilt’s world-class engineering and science talent with the university’s leadership in community engagement, public policy, and law. A unique aspect of VSEC lies in Vanderbilt's distinctive ability to create partnerships on equal footing among engineers, natural scientists, social scientists, and faculty in professional schools such as law, management, nursing, and medicine. VSEC will fundamentally change how we approach research in the areas of sustainability, energy, and climate, by taking a holistic community-driven approach combining deep scientific questions and transformative technical advances with the human and societal sides.  

    Applications should include a (i) cover letter, (ii) complete curriculum vitae, (iii) statement of research, (iv) statement of teaching, (v) statement of leadership that includes prior experience leading interdisciplinary research groups, approach towards interdisciplinary leadership, and vision for VSEC, and (vi) the contact information for a minimum of three references. Application materials are to be submitted online at apply.interfolio.com/148749. Applications will be reviewed as they are received; those received by August 30, 2024, will be given full consideration. The start date can be as early as January 1, 2025.  

    Ranked #18 nationally, Vanderbilt University is a private, internationally recognized research university located on 330 park-like acres 1.5 miles from downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Its 10 distinct schools share a single cohesive campus that values collaboration. The University enrolls over 13,700 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, including 38% minority students and over 1,700 international students.  

    With a metro population of over two million people, Nashville’s top industries by employment include trade, transportation, and utilities; education and health services; professional and business services; government; and leisure and hospitality. Other industries include manufacturing, financial activities, construction, and information. Long known as a hub for health care and music, Nashville is a technology center with a considerable pool of health care, AI, and defense-related jobs available. In recent years, the city has experienced an influx of major office openings by some of the largest global tech companies and prime Silicon Valley startups.   

    At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.  

    Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.   

Computer Science

  • Teaching Faculty - College of Connected Computing

    Join the inaugural faculty cohort at Vanderbilt University’s new College of Connected Computing. Become part of the community whose vision is to build a transformative college dedicated to computer science, AI, data science and related fields. We have opened five full-time Professor of the Practice faculty positions. We are seeking well-qualified applicants at all ranks to join our 10 current teaching professors and over 50 tenure and tenure track faculty in building and supporting this vision. Applicants with a background in computer science, data science, quantitative social science, digital humanities, and other computationally oriented disciplines are encouraged to apply.

    As a member of our growing department in the new college, teaching faculty will enjoy a 2/3 teaching load. Our average class size is 45 students with over 20 courses having 35 or fewer students.  Faculty are well supported by TA’s and undergraduate graders.  Teaching faculty typically teach undergraduate core courses with the opportunity to teach upper-level courses and to develop additional courses as our curriculum evolves under the new vision for computer science. Our teaching faculty can also supplement their 9-month salary with additional teaching opportunities, many of which are offered online.

    Teaching faculty will participate in service to the school, engaging in novel efforts to broaden participation, deepen undergraduate research opportunities and widen access to computational thinking studies for students across the university. We are building innovative programs and launching fresh initiatives that will appeal to the interests of a diverse faculty. This is your opportunity to build or reshape your career and participate in our vision of computer science for all.

    Other benefits of the position include:

    • Yearly travel funds to support professional development and research activities
    • Competitive salaries based on the CRA Taulbee survey
    • 3-5 year contracts with opportunities for renewal at least 1.5 years before the previous contract expires
    • Full participation in faculty governance and decision making
    • A comprehensive mentoring program
    • A university fringe benefits package that includes outstanding healthcare, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, HSA, Dependent care FSA and tuition benefits for you, your spouse and children
    • Your choice of lifestyle from downtown Nashville condos around the corner to quiet, rural farm life just a 30-minute drive away

    Vanderbilt University has a strong institutional commitment to recruiting and retaining an academically and culturally diverse community of faculty. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans and members of other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Vanderbilt is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

    The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in computer science, data science, quantitative social science, digital humanities, or a closely related field.  Applicants who will receive their degree by August 1, 2025 are also encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed in pools that will continue if positions remain unfilled.  Applications received by December 6th will be reviewed with online interviews for qualified candidates commencing the week of January 13th.   Applications received by February 3rd, 2025, will be reviewed with online interviews for qualified candidates commencing the week of February 17th.  Remaining applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis if positions remain unfilled.

    Applications should be submitted at https://apply.interfolio.com/159626 Applications should include a full CV, statement of teaching experience and interests, as well as the names and email addresses of three references. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Electrical and Computer Engineering

  • Electrical and Computer Engineering Department Chair

    Open Date: July 1, 2024

    Deadline: October 1st at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

    Description:

    Vanderbilt University School of Engineering invites nominations and applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE). The ECE department seeks a visionary, collaborative leader who will further enhance the department’s position as a global leader in ECE research and education. Reporting to the Dean of Engineering, the incoming chair is expected to build upon the department’s  innovative programs and lead the department to greater distinction and impact.

    Housed in the Vanderbilt University School of Engineering (VUSE), the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, and is ranked in the top 50 graduate programs in Electrical Engineering by the U.S. News & World Report. The ECE department is home to 32 primary faculty (18 tenured/tenure track) and ~160 undergraduates. The department has ~60 PhD students in its program and conducts research supported by approximately $13M of annual research expenditures. The department is recognized for its excellence in traditional and emerging areas of research across electrical and computer engineering, including electronics, photonics, medical imaging and devices, nanoscience, and artificial intelligence/machine learning. Moreover, the departmental faculty has leadership in the Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (VINSE), Vanderbilt Institute of Surgery and Engineering (VISE), and Institute for Space and Defense Electronics (ISDE), and participates in several other research centers including the Institute for Software Integrated Systems (ISIS), Vanderbilt Data Science Institute (DSI), Vanderbilt University Institute of Imaging Science (VUIIS), Vanderbilt Brain Institute (VBI), and the newly established Vanderbilt Center for Sustainability, Energy, and Climate (VSEC). The department also maintains extensive collaborative research and education programs across the Vanderbilt campus and adjacent Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

    The department of ECE seeks a leader who will move the department forward with a record of outstanding scholarship, mentorship, and community building, and a collegial, transparent, decisive, and empowering leadership style. The next Vanderbilt ECE department chair must be an innovative, inclusive, and forward-looking leader with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research and education and must have comprehensive leadership acumen in working with faculty, staff, and students. The successful candidate must effectively communicate the department’s goals and vision internally, across departments, with the dean and university leadership, and with external stakeholders, including alumni and donors. Ultimately, the department chair must be committed to Vanderbilt University’s mission to bring out the best in humanity by pushing new ideas into the frontiers of discovery and working diligently in the service of others.

    Ranked #18 nationally according to the U.S. News and World Report, Vanderbilt University is a private, internationally recognized research university located on 330 park-like acres 1.5 miles from downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Its ten distinct schools share a single cohesive campus that values collaboration. The University enrolls over 13,700 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, including 38% students of color and over 1,700 international students.

    With a metro population of over two million, Nashville is a technology center with many health care, AI, software, automotive, and defense-related companies. In recent years, the city has experienced an influx of major office openings by some of the largest global tech companies and prime Silicon Valley startups. Nashville’s top industries by employment include health services, education, hospitality, utilities, government, trade, and transportation. Industries related to manufacturing, finance, construction, and information technology also make significant contributions to the local economy.

    At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

    Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Requirements:

    Applications should include (i) a letter of interest highlighting the leadership experience of the candidate and their vision for leading the Vanderbilt ECE department, and (ii) a complete curriculum vitae. Application materials are to be submitted online at http://apply.interfolio.com/145713. Applications will be treated with confidentiality and reviewed as they are received; those received by October 1, 2024, will be given full consideration.