Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
Kansas State University – Alan Levin Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering
About the role
The Alan Levin Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering at Kansas State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Nuclear Engineering with a focus on fusion. The successful candidate will establish and sustain a robust, externally funded research program that aligns with the Nuclear Engineering Program’s strengths and advances the university’s secure-energy mission. Responsibilities include teaching nuclear engineering courses and providing professional service in national and international roles. While the search is primarily at the assistant professor level, outstanding candidates may be considered for associate or full professor. Tenure will be granted only to exceptional applicants.
About us
The Nuclear Engineering Program comprises eight faculty, two staff, and approximately 140 undergraduate and graduate students. The program operates a 1.25 MW TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor with pulsing capability. Recent state and federal investments are propelling the program toward a Top 15 national ranking by 2030. Further details are available at www.mne.ksu.edu.
The Carl R. Ice College of Engineering is situated on the main campus in Manhattan, Kansas—a family-friendly city in the Flint Hills region serving a tri-county population of over 200,000. Learn more at www.manhattan.org.
Worksite
This is an on-site position. All employees must reside in the United States at the start of employment. Remote or hybrid arrangements are not available for residents of Idaho.
Requirements
- PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field from an accredited institution (required for accreditation and specialized expertise)
Preferred qualifications
- PhD in Nuclear Engineering with a fusion research background
- Proven ability to secure external research funding in fusion-related areas
- Strong existing collaborations with National Laboratories
Additional information
- Review of applications begins October 1, 2026, and continues until the November 15, 2026 deadline
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Pay
Anticipated hiring range: \$125,000 – \$175,000 annual salary