Assistant Professor in Nuclear Engineering
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on418, Winchester Street, Murray, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84107, United States
About the Program
The University of Utah's Nuclear Engineering Program (UNEP), part of the John and Marcia Price College of Engineering, is seeking applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026. A successful candidate will join a dynamic and growing program housed in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CVEEN).
CVEEN is one of seven rapidly expanding departments within the College, having experienced 50% growth in tenure-track faculty over the last decade. Research expenditures now exceed $81 million annually, with the department maintaining a robust portfolio of over $19 million in external funding in 2024. The department currently employs 23 tenure-track faculty and three lecturers, with active searches underway for additional positions.
UNEP features four tenure-track faculty members alongside affiliated faculty from across Engineering, Science, and Medicine. The program maintains strong collaborations with national labs, industry, and international partners. UNEP offers undergraduate minors, M.S., and Ph.D. degrees and operates an NRC-licensed 100 kW Modified Mark I TRIGA Reactor equipped with state-of-the-art controls and facilities. Research spans nuclear energy, advanced reactor designs, nuclear safety, fuel cycles, nuclear medicine, and advanced modeling and simulation. Faculty have access to premier university research facilities, including the Nanofab materials characterization center.
About the Role
We welcome applicants in all areas of nuclear engineering research, with a specific emphasis on thermal-hydraulics, nuclear fuel cycles for conventional and advanced energy systems, and nuclear fusion science and technology. Candidates with strong fundamental skills and an interest in multidisciplinary collaboration are especially encouraged. This role offers the opportunity to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels within an R1 research institution.
Location and Culture
The University of Utah, a member of the Big 12 Conference, is located in Salt Lake City at the base of the Wasatch Mountains—an area renowned for outdoor recreation, commercialization, and innovation. Utah is ranked the Best State to Live In (US News & World Report, 2024), and the University is recognized as the #1 Public University in the West (Wall Street Journal, 2024).
Application Process
Application materials should be submitted electronically in PDF format, including:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Statements of research and teaching interests
- Up to three relevant publications
- Contact information for three references
Initial review begins December 2, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For more information, visit www.civil.utah.edu.
Work location
Work model: On-site
418, Winchester Street, Murray, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84107, United States
Murray, Utah
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleUtilize university facilities including the TRIGA reactor and Nanofab center
- check_circleTeach undergraduate and graduate courses in nuclear engineering
- check_circleCollaborate with national labs, industry, and international partners
- check_circleConduct research in thermal-hydraulics, nuclear fuel cycles, or fusion science
- check_circleSecure external funding to support research programs
- check_circleSupervise graduate students and mentor undergraduate researchers
- check_circlePublish research findings in peer-reviewed journals
Requirements
- verifiedPh.D. in nuclear engineering or closely related field
- verifiedStrong communication skills
- verifiedAbility to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels
Nice to Have
Candidates with strong fundamental skills and interest in multidisciplinary collaboration.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Nuclear Engineering, Thermal-Hydraulics, Nuclear Fuel Cycles, Nuclear Fusion Science And Technology, Advanced Modeling And Simulation, Nuclear Safety, Nuclear Medicine, Nanofab Materials Characterization.
Education: PhD in nuclear engineering or closely related field required.
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About University of Utah - Employment
The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a major research institution and the state’s oldest and largest university. It provides more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to over 28,000 students, supporting academic and professional growth across diverse fields. As a key player in Higher Education, the university serves Utah’s educational and economic landscape, employing thousands across its campus and research initiatives. Nationally recognized for its research contributions, the University of Utah has hosted significant events, including the 2002 Winter Olympic Games, where it managed the Olympic Village and supported opening and closing ceremonies. Committed to innovation and community impact, the institution balances academic excellence with regional engagement, reflecting its role as a cornerstone of public education in the Rocky Mountain West.
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