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PROFESSOR (Full, Associate, Assistant)

University of Michigan · Ann Arbor, MI2w ago

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Lead research and teach undergraduate and graduate nuclear engineering, with priority in thermal hydraulics, radiation detection, or nuclear materials.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Tenure-track post in a consistently top-ranked nuclear engineering program spanning fusion materials, plasma, and radiation research

Might not be for you. Priority areas are thermal hydraulics, detection, and nuclear fuel cycles, so polymer-focused research is a weaker fit

Deep specialist PhD-friendlyPostdoc bridge Publishes regularlyRoom for your own research

Heads-up: Portfolio required

Adjacent materials roleNuclear engineering faculty search; named fields include materials, plasma/fusion science; priority on nuclear materials and fuel cycles

H-1B filings

University of Michigan filed 118 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Assistant Professor, Research Investigator. Median filed pay: $70K a year.

Universities are exempt from the H-1B cap, so roles here skip the lottery.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay ·Every employer's filings

Seniority
Entry level
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On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
PhD
Industry
Energy
Role
Academic / Postdoc

Role details

How to Apply Applicants should electronically submit through Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/195226 the following:

  • Cover letter,
  • Curriculum vitae,
  • Statement of research interests and future research vision,
  • Statement of teaching philosophy and interests,
  • Names and contact information for three or four qualified individuals who can provide letters of reference, and
  • Copies of three publications that best represent the applicant's scholarly contributions.

Applications will be reviewed continuously, but those received by November 30th, 2026 will be given priority. If you have any questions regarding the search, please contact Professor Scott Baalrud, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected]. Who We Are The Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences (NERS) is consistently ranked as the best nuclear engineering program in the country. Our interdisciplinary team of instructional and research faculty are at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions, nuclear security and defense, and plasma applications.

NERS research is novel and far-reaching, spanning space exploration, radiation for medical treatment, next-generation particle accelerators, non-proliferation, fusion materials, and more. We are a tight-knit community of researchers, students, and support staff aiming to advance the benefits of nuclear, radiological, and plasma technology to bolster societal improvements. At Michigan Engineering, we develop the talent and technologies that move society forward and serve our state and national interests.

Through discovery and innovation, we create the foundational knowledge and practical technologies to solve not only today's most pressing challenges, but also power industries and change lives. Our programs and community are designed to promote personal well-being and achievement, enabling everyone to unlock their potential and contribute with confidence.

Job Summary

The Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences in the College of Engineering of the University of Michigan, an international leader in the field of nuclear engineering and radiological sciences, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position. All academic ranks (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) will be considered, commensurate with experience. The department will consider all qualified applicants across the fields of nuclear engineering, including fission and radiation transport, radiation measurements, materials, plasma/fusion science, and policy.

However, priority will be placed on expertise in reactor thermal hydraulics, radiation detection, or nuclear materials and fuel cycles. Applicants are expected to have demonstrated outstanding research and scholarship in their fields. In addition to conducting research, faculty members are expected to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, mentor students, and supervise student research. Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.

Learn more about the work modes. Underfill Statement This position is posted as Professor (Full/Associate/Assistant). The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications. Background Screening Employment will require a criminal background check and may require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. If an institutional reference check is necessary, candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form. Application Deadline Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting.

This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Common questions

Does University of Michigan sponsor H-1B visas?

University of Michigan has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the PROFESSOR (Full, Associate, Assistant) role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the PROFESSOR (Full, Associate, Assistant) role at University of Michigan based?

This role is based in Ann Arbor, MI.

What degree is required for the PROFESSOR (Full, Associate, Assistant) role at University of Michigan?

This role requires a PhD.