Distinguished and faculty development chairs in Materials Science
Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth invites applications for chaired positions in Materials Science and Engineering.
About the role
Exceptional early-career candidates at the rank of assistant or associate professor will be considered for the Vincent Faculty Development Chair, while outstanding mid-career and senior candidates will be considered for a distinguished professorship. We seek candidates with a doctorate in materials science, engineering, or a closely-related field who show strong potential to lead an externally-funded research program targeting transformational advances in Materials Science and Engineering.
Research areas
- Computational modeling
- Advanced manufacturing
- Energy materials
- Quantum materials
- Applications of ML/AI to materials development or processing
Responsibilities
- Contribute to a distinctive research and education program addressing innovative technological responses to societal challenges
- Teach and mentor students with motivation and expertise that complements Thayer School’s interdisciplinary approach to engineering education
- Launch a high-impact research program and foster leadership across the materials community at Dartmouth
Resources and facilities
- Recently-upgraded Electron Microscopy Center
- WeFab cleanroom facilities
- Machine shop
- Discovery Cluster high-performance computing facilities
About Dartmouth
Dartmouth is a member of the Ivy League and consistently ranks among the world’s leading academic institutions. The College has forged a singular identity, combining its deep commitment to outstanding undergraduate liberal arts and graduate education with distinguished research and scholarship in the Arts and Sciences and its three leading professional schools — Geisel School of Medicine, Thayer School of Engineering, and Tuck School of Business.
Dartmouth's PhD Innovation (PhD-I) Program is the nation's first doctoral-level program aimed at providing PhD students the skills and support necessary to engage in enterprising research and translate their work into the commercial sphere. For more information, visit engineering.dartmouth.edu.
Application details
Review of applications will begin October 1st, 2026 and will continue until the positions are filled. Applicants should address in their cover letter how their research, teaching, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to serve Dartmouth’s commitment to academic excellence in an environment that is welcoming to all.
Inquiries about the position should be directed to Professor Ian Baker at Ian.Baker@Dartmouth.edu.