Distinguished Research Fellow, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Position Information
Position Title: Distinguished Research Fellow, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/57076
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The
Distinguished Research Fellowship Program seeks PhD graduates from underrepresented groups for postdoctoral experience and training in the
School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.
The aim of the program is to develop a robust pipeline of potential underrepresented faculty members. Qualified participants may be able to transition into tenure-track faculty positions in UBs School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.
Preference is given to individuals who are recent graduates or have a few years of post-graduate work and strong academic credentials in areas that have the potential to add to and complement the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
current research and teaching portfolio.
Applications will be accepted to all 9 departments within the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Fellows are partnered with at least one senior
SEAS faculty member, and will gain first-hand experience in:
- Coordinating research programs,
- Guiding and mentoring graduate students
- Writing research proposals
- Conducting seminars
Each Fellow receives $100,000, allocated as follows:
- $80,000/year for salary
- $20,000 for moving, immigration, research travel, and computer costs
Five one-year fellowship positions are available.
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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the University at Buffalo will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctoral degree or equivalent from a foreign university in an engineering field
- All degree requirements including dissertation, must be completed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong academic track records and demonstrated potential to be successful future faculty members.
Salary Range
Competitive
Job Type
Full-Time
Special Instructions Summary
Please submit the following application materials:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Research statement ( 2 pages)
- Diversity statement (1 page)
- Statement of interest in pursuing an academic position after postdoc (1 page)
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Rajan Batta
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs & Diversity
Contact's Email: batta@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-0972
Posting Dates
Posted: 05/28/2025
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled:
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