Open Rank Faculty Position in Materials Science & Engineering 2025-2026
University of California Los Angeles
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Posted: 11-Dec-25
Location: Los Angeles, California
Type: Full-time
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Engineering
Internal Number: 6759859
Open Rank Faculty Position in Materials Science & Engineering 2025-2026 University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF10728
Building upon its commitment to foster an inclusive environment and promote the success of underrepresented students, the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering invites applications for an open rank tenure-track faculty position. This search is for exceptional faculty candidates in broadly defined areas of Materials Science and Engineering.
Successful candidates should demonstrate the ability to build an active interdisciplinary research program in the areas of electronic materials and materials for energy applications. More specifically, this year's search will prioritize candidates with experience/skills in semiconductor synthesis and device manufacturing, and materials for extreme conditions (including aerospace materials). The candidates are expected to contribute to diversity and excellence in teaching, research, and community service. In addition, applicants must have a demonstrated record of interest in, and commitment to, the mentorship of and/or outreach to students from underrepresented and underserved populations. The successful candidate will be expected to advance their active mentoring activities and participate in programs that provide research and professional development opportunities for our diverse student body (such as our Center for Excellence in Engineering and Diversity, our Women in Engineering program, and our student organizations listed at https://samueli.ucla.edu/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/).
Applicants must have earned a doctorate in materials science and engineering or a related field by date of hire.
Application packages should be submitted online through htttps://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply/JPF100728 and include the following documents: 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of research interest, 4) statement of teaching interest, 5) reference check authorization release form, and 6) 3-5 references are required (contact information only). Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position and nominations of potential candidates should be directed to search committee chair Professor Morris Wang at ymwang@ucla.edu.
The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $232,100. 'Off-scale salaries' and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.
Los Angeles is a global city renowned for its dynamism, robust economy, rich cultural diversity and spectacular climate. UCLA has been ranked as one of the top public universities in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA Samueli is a tightly knit community with more than 6,500 undergraduate and graduate students and nearly 220 full-time faculty members; it is in the midst of its largest growth since the school was founded in 1945. The school is consistently ranked in the top 10 among U.S. public engineering schools, and its master's online program is ranked No. 1 overall by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA Samueli is known as the birthplace of the internet, and where countless other fields took some of their first steps - from artificial intelligence to reverse osmosis, from mobile communications to human prosthetics. UCLA Samueli is deeply committed to building a more inclusive community among its faculty, staff and students, and to providing a welcoming environment for all its members.
UCLA is a tobacco-free environment. For more information, please view the Smoke and Tobacco-Free Environment Campus Policy.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction
UCLA is known worldwide for the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletic programs. UCLA offers undergraduate degrees in more than 127 majors and graduate degrees in 198 program areas. UCLA has 11 highly regarded professional schools. Eight are ranked among the nation's top 15 in their field by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA is consistently among the most popular campus in the nation for undergraduate applicants. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union.
