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position in the area of Fluid Mechanics and Propulsion. Both traditional and emerging research areas
involving analytical, computational as well as experimental expertise are of interest. The search is
focused on the broad topics of energy, power generation and bio-fluids. Candidates should hold a Ph.D.
degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and have a distinguished academic record,
exceptional potential for world-class research, and a commitment to both undergraduate and graduate
education. Candidates at the Assistant/Associate Professor level are targeted, but exceptional candidates
at higher rank will receive serious consideration.
All applications should be submitted through a single College of Engineering-wide web portal. For
consideration, please complete the online form at
https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/AboutUs/Employment/Applications, and submit in electronic form
curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and the names and contact information for
at least three references. If you have difficulty submitting application to this website, please contact Ms.
Marion Ragland at: ragland@purdue.edu. Review of applications will begin January 1, 2012 and will
continue until the positions are filled.
Established in 1882, the School of Mechanical Engineering is the oldest of Purdue’s engineering schools
and has granted over 26,000 degrees. Through its past two centuries, the School has become
synonymous with innovation and outstanding accomplishment in engineering research, education, and
global engagement. Its students and faculty form a vibrant community of scholars who are recognized
worldwide for their technical expertise and the impact of their work. In addition to supporting faculty
expansion, the School’s fund raising has enabled: growth in endowed professorships, with 18 now
committed; the newly opened LEED-certified $34.5M Roger B. Gatewood Wing of Mechanical
Engineering, with substantial space dedicated to design research and education; $30M expansion of the
Ray W. Herrick Laboratories; numerous endowed scholarships and fellowships; and various innovative
programs including global engineering and nanotechnology. Its annual research expenditures and
endowment/trust funds have grown rapidly to about $22M per year and over $80M, respectively.
Purdue University is located in West Lafayette, a welcoming and diverse community with a wide variety
of cultures, excellent schools, plus ready accessibility to large metropolitan areas (the University is
within two hours of downtown Chicago and within one hour of downtown Indianapolis).
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully
committed to achieving a diverse workforce.
http://www.purdue.edu/ethics/oie/PurdueUniversityOfficeofInstitutionalEquity002576-2011.shtml
The 8th International Conference on Fluid Power
(8th IFK) will be held in Dresden from March 26th to March 28th, 2012.
The IFK is one of the world's most significant scientific conferences on fluid power control technologies and systems.
It offers a common platform for the presentation and discussion of trends and innovations to manufacturers, users and scientists. The accompanying exhibition provides information on products and innovative system solutions. As the 8th IFK particularly intends to attract users as conference participants, the exhibition offers an attractive platform for product presentation.
Further information are available at http://www.ifk2012.com
The Mechatronics Forum conferences are the oldest series of mechatronic conferences still established.
The 13th Mechatronics Forum International Conference (Mechatronics 2012) will take place in Linz, Austria, September 17-19, 2012.
Details and Call for Papers are available at http://www.mechatronics2012.com/
The 7th FPNI PhD Symposium will take place in Reggio Emilia, Italy, June 27-30, 2012.
Details and call for papers are available at http://www.fluidpower.unimore.it/FPNI2012/FPNI.html