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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Center

Department of Mechanical and Science Engineering

The Grainger College of Engineering

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering maintains an active research program in the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Center (ACRC) and invites applications for a research faculty position at all ranks in ACRC. As a member of the Center, this individual will conduct research within the department and advise graduate students toward the completion of their MS and PhD degrees; as well as work closely with the ACRC to coordinate company recruiting, research projects, proposals and staff and student leadership.

• ACRC Administration duties will require the successful applicant to facilitate and ensure project progress and milestones meet deliverables and established deadlines; serve as advisor to students with research activities and technical challenges.
• Provide guidance with students writing technical peer-reviewed journal publications.
• Conduct experiments in the laboratory with students per project requirements.
• Serve as manager of ACRC expenditures utilizing university applications and programs and oversee all required record retention.
• Seek external funding by writing proposals to both public agencies and private industry.
• Secure funding to support the operation of the research lab and students.
• Maintain ACRC membership; meeting with potential new members and ensuring current members are satisfied with center direction and growth.
• Collaborate with ACRC Director on center leadership activities and organization during ACRC meetings.

The successful applicant will hold a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, with doctoral degree research focused on building heating ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration research.

Preferred qualifications will include one year of experience as a postdoctoral research associate/scholar or equivalent and a strong background in system level research activities and experimentation.

All applicants should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, strong leadership abilities, a background in HVAC&R technologies and system level research for the building and transportation sector. The ability to organize, manage, and complete multiple tasks with multiple deadlines; excellent technical, database, computer and analytical skills and a growth mindset.

This is a 100% non-tenure-track, renewable appointment on an academic year (nine-month) paid over twelve months. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To ensure full consideration, applications should be received as soon as possible:

No later than November 30, 2023, for a Spring 2024 start

No later than February 28, 2024, for a Fall 2024 start

Interviews may take place before the closing date.

Applications should be submitted by visiting http://jobs.illinois.edu and uploading in one PDF file a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, diversity statement, and names and contact information for three references. Applicants may also submit supporting material relevant to evaluating their teaching abilities. For inquiry, please email Professor Nenad Miljkovic at nmiljk@illinois.edu.

We have an active and successful dual-career partner placement program and a strong commitment to work-life balance and family-friendly programs for faculty and staff (https://provost.illinois.edu/faculty-affairs/work-life-balance/).

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable sta e and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1018962

Job Category: Faculty

Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu