October 25, 2024 NEEP seeks three new faculty members Written By: Samantha Vold-Miller Departments: Nuclear Engineering & Engineering Physics Categories: Faculty The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Department of Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics (NEEP) is hiring tenure-track faculty members to advance research and teaching in areas such as reactor design, AI/ML applications in nuclear energy, and integrated nuclear science experiments for fission and fusion systems. Open Rank Searches Position Announcement: NEEP RISE-AI The Department of Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics is seeking a tenure-track faculty member with expertise in nuclear engineering and AI/ML, as part of the RISE-AI Initiative. Candidates should have a strong academic record in developing and applying AI/ML algorithms for nuclear energy system design and optimization, and will engage in research, teaching, and community service within a collaborative environment. This position offers opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and contributes to the department’s mission of addressing critical societal challenges through innovative research and education. Position Announcement: NEEP RISE-EARTH As part of the RISE-EARTH Initiative, the department seeks candidates for an open rank faculty position focusing on integrated nuclear science experiments and technology in fission and fusion environments. Candidates with a strong academic background in experimental approaches related to nuclear applications, including diagnostics and data collection, are encouraged to apply. The successful hire will contribute to research, teaching, and community engagement while collaborating within a diverse and vibrant nuclear engineering research community. Assistant Professor Rank Assistant Professor in Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics The Department of Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics seeks a tenure-track faculty member to enhance research and teaching in areas such as reactor design, safety, sustainability, and cybersecurity. Candidates should possess a PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a related field, along with a strong vision for impactful research and a commitment to inclusive education. The position offers opportunities for collaboration within a vibrant research community and involves teaching, supervising graduate research, and participating in departmental governance.