About The University of Texas at El Paso:
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a Carnegie R1 and community engaged university at the heart of the U.S.-Mexico border region that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve. UTEP enrolls 24,000 students – 84% of whom are Hispanic and half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
The city’s border location makes it an ideal venue for academic programs and research studies on topics of national interest such as bilingual education/language acquisition, Hispanic health disparities, border environment and immigration, environmental sustainability and infrastructure, and international trade and commerce.
El Paso’s cultural diversity and geographical position make it an ideal location for collaboration and engagement in binational research and community partnerships. The city enjoys over 300 days of sunshine annually, a low cost of living, and offers a range of outdoor activities and cultural events, contributing to an outstanding quality of life for its residents.
Background
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) announces the hiring of two open-rank Research Professors (non-tenure track) as part of an initiative to increase research productivity on water. The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) has a long history of advancing research in water-related technologies and management in the desert Southwest, with over 40 researchers dedicated to water-related areas. UTEP is poised to become a leader in water research by leveraging its unique partnerships and innovative approaches to address the complex water challenges of today and tomorrow.
UTEP’s collaboration with El Paso Water (EPWater) and the Brackish Groundwater National Desalination Research Facility (BGNDRF) provides unparalleled access to facilities, expertise, and real-world applications, distinguishing it from other universities in the United States. UTEP researchers collaborate to solve water resources management problems with regional and international organizations, such as the International Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC). These unique research opportunities are highly sought after by engineering companies and technology start-ups from around the world. Investigators from across UTEP collaborate on water research with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, academic and research institutions, and private enterprises across the water sector and across scales, from international to municipal to households.
With support from the University of Texas Board of Regents, an interdisciplinary research initiative was created in collaboration with eleven departments across UTEP’s campus, including engineering, natural sciences, and the social sciences. Through this strategic investment, UTEP seeks to hire experienced research faculty who will play a pivotal role in this interdisciplinary initiative.
Job Description:
The University of Texas at El Paso seeks two highly qualified research professors (open-rank) to join the Department of Civil Engineering and help us integrate a new water research initiative. The research professors are expected to form research collaborations with faculty across different departments and external collaborators such as industry, consulting firms, utility companies, national laboratories, and universities. The candidates are expected to sustain extramural funding and supervise a diverse group of undergraduate and graduate students and post-docs. With other faculty members, the new hires will play an essential role in training the next generation of water scientists and developing the workforce in the Paso del Norte region. The candidates will work with Civil Engineering faculty members to maintain and expand the Department’s research capabilities for water quality analysis and create a recharge center to enable analyses through internal or external requests.
Requirements:
Candidates must demonstrate evidence of research productivity including peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and successful research collaborations. Research areas of interest include membrane processes for water treatment and environmental chemistry. Individuals with experience in other research areas related to water science and engineering are also encouraged to apply. For both roles, candidates are expected to have experience with analytical instruments for water quality analysis. Preference will be given to candidates with a proven track record of obtaining extramural funding.
Candidates must have a doctorate in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
Additional Information:
Salary and benefits are highly competitive and based on experience, education, and qualifications. UTEP offers an attractive compensation package.
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP’s Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must submit the following: 1) a cover letter describing their interest in the position; 2) a detailed curriculum vita; 3) a research statement (up to 3 pages); 4) the name and complete contact information of three references. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Application materials are to be submitted online at www.utep.edu/employment.
Review of applications will begin in December and will continue until the position is filled. For information/inquiries regarding the position, please email Dr. Camila Madeira at cleitemadeira@utep.edu.