Founding Director of Nuclear Science and Engineering Graduate Program

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Abilene TX United States Abilene Christian University Full time
Founding Director of Nuclear Science and Engineering Graduate Program

Job no: 493675
Work Type: Faculty full-time
Location: Abilene
Categories: Faculty

About ACU

Abilene Christian University is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.

Title of Position: Founding Director of Nuclear Science and Engineering Graduate Program

Department: Engineering and Physics

This position reports to the dean of the Onstead College of Science and Engineering.

Faculty Position Information
For full consideration, please apply by June 19th.
A tremendous opportunity awaits an accomplished educator and researcher to shape the future of the Nuclear Science and Engineering graduate program at Abilene Christian University (ACU). The director of the Nuclear Science and Engineering graduate program will spearhead program development and management, leveraging the ABET-accredited engineering program and long-standing physics and chemistry programs with a strong history in nuclear physics. ACU is already at the forefront of research and innovation and nationally recognized for its rigorous academic excellence and extensive opportunities for unique student experiences in scholarship and service.

The director may choose to contribute to the Nuclear Energy eXperimental Testing (NEXT) lab as a NEXT lab senior researcher, joining a highly motivated team and working alongside faculty, staff, and students at ACU. NEXT is part of the Natural Resources Research Alliance along with Georgia Institute of Technology, Texas A&M University, and The University of Texas at Austin, and is working to build a molten salt research reactor in the new $23 million Science and Engineering Research Center on campus. These efforts are supported by $30.5 million in sponsored research agreements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Ability to collaborate across organizations within and external to the university to develop programs and curriculum.
  • Ability to manage a productive research group.
  • Ability to recruit faculty and students to the program.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • A Ph.D. in nuclear science, engineering, or a closely related field.
  • Experience building curriculum for nuclear science and engineering programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience in academic departmental leadership.
  • Experience building curriculum for graduate nuclear science and engineering programs.

To Apply
For full consideration, please apply by June 19th.
Please apply through the application link and do not email applications. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. Ideally, cover letters should not exceed two pages. All applications are treated confidentially.

All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.

Inquiries, referrals, and nominations are also treated confidentially.
Inquiries and questions: Please send to
Nominations and referrals: Please send the nominee’s name, title, and contact information if available to

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security-sensitive positions.

Advertised: October 18, 2023 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled

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