Virginia Commonwealth University

The Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering (MNE) of the College of Engineering (CoE) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at all ranks starting in the Fall of 2026 in Additive Manufacturing (AM) of Ceramics and High Temperature Composites. The successful candidate will build a visible, wellfunded research program that advances ceramic AM process science, performance in extreme environments, and application-driven components for energy, including nuclear, while contributing to an open, student-centered educational mission. VCU is a Carnegie R1 "Very High Research Activity" university, ranking among the top 100 U.S. universities and among the top 50 public universities in federal R&D expenditures, with more than $500 million in sponsored research funding. Located in the heart of downtown Richmond, Virginia, VCU fosters innovation through strong community and industry partnerships, creating exceptional...