Nuclear Term Faculty- Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering

The Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering (MNE) of the College of Engineering (CoE) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) invites applications for a teaching‑focused, non‑tenure track appointment, starting in Fall of 2026 with opportunities for promotion through the teaching faculty ranks. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, curriculum development, student mentoring, and service to the MNE department's educational mission.

Outstanding educators with expertise in Nuclear Engineering who are also capable of making substantial contributions to the undergraduate Mechanical Engineering curriculum are invited to submit their applications.

• Teach several Nuclear Engineering courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Examples include:
  • Introduction to Nuclear Engineering
  • Radiation Detection and Measurement
  • Nuclear Reactor Theory and Safety
  • Nuclear Fuel Cycle
  • Reactor and Systems Design
• Teach core undergraduate Mechanical Engineering courses. Examples include:
  • Thermodynamics
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Heat Transfer
  • Engineering Mechanics (Statics/Dynamics)
• Develop and update courses and laboratory exercises to align with ABET accreditation requirements and industry/national needs.
• Engage in innovative pedagogy, including active learning, experiential learning, and integration of computational tools.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students, including capstone design projects and student organizations (e.g., ANS, WiN, ASME).

The candidate must hold a doctorate in Nuclear Engineering or a related field with expertise in nuclear engineering and mechanical engineering. The candidate will demonstrate commitment to high‑quality teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels and ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences.

Candidates should upload their application, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statements, and the names and e‑mail addresses of four references. Reference letters will be requested by the search committee for finalists. Only complete applications will be considered.

Review of applications will start on October 17, 2025. For full consideration, please submit your application by the close of business on November 21, 2025. For additional information, please contact the Chair of the faculty search committee, Gennady Miloshevsky, Ph.D., email: gmiloshevsky.

All full‑time faculty members are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax‑deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well‑being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

Unit:
College Of Engineering

Department:
Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering

Rank:
Assistant Professor

Tenure Status:
Ineligible

Salary Range:
Commensurate

FLSA Exemption Status:
Exempt

Flexible Work Arrangement:
Hybrid

Months: 9 months

Contact Name:
Dr. Gennady Miloshevsky

Contact Email: gmiloshevsky