Kelcy Warren Endowed Professorship in Resource and Energy Engineering
The University of Texas at Arlington

Posting Number:

F00495P

Position Title:

Kelcy Warren Endowed Professorship in Resource and Energy Engineering

Department:

Engineering

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Faculty

Position Status:

Full-time

Rank:

Tenured

Work Hours:

Standard

Open to:

External and Internal

FLSA:

Exempt

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Job Summary:

University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) alumnus Kelcy Warren, executive chairman and chairman of the Board of Directors of Energy Transfer LP, has made a $12 million gift to help elevate UTA to the forefront of the growing resource and energy engineering (REE) field. The gift represents the largest single philanthropic investment in UTA history. This presents an exciting opportunity to join UTA at a pivotal time in the history of the College of Engineering.

Funding will fuel faculty and research excellence while supporting the growth of the new REE bachelor's degree program and providing students with life-changing opportunities for educational and career success in REE and beyond.

To ensure the success of the REE program, UTA invites nominations and applications of a world-class faculty member for the Kelcy Warren Endowed Professorship to lead the Resource and Energy Engineering Program and build related research in the College of Engineering.

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

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CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Define and execute a strategic vision of the REE program.
• Recruit qualified students into the REE program.
• Teach, develop, and update the REE curriculum.
• Perform and guide resource and energy related research.
• Form and lead the Industrial Advisory Committee of REE program.
• Cultivate relationships with industry partners and federal agencies.

Required Qualifications:

• An earned PhD in energy engineering or a related field and teaching, research, and scholarly accomplishments commensurate with the rank of full professor with tenure in the College of Engineering within any one of its seven academic departments.
• A distinguished record of scholarly research, with high levels of recognition for technical contributions and leadership in the area(s) of expertise.
• Strong skills and ability to define and execute a strategic vision.
• A commitment to support a high-quality learning environment that is dedicated to student success.
• Experience driving enrollment and recruitment efforts.
• The ability to cultivate relationships with industry partners and federal funders.
• Experience guiding and encouraging research activities.
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience building collaborations with others across disciplines.
• The ability to elevate research excellence in alignment with UTA's strategic goals.

Department Information:

The College of Engineering provides comprehensive engineering programs in seven academic departments including Bioengineering; Civil Engineering; Computer Science and Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Industrial, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineering; Materials Science and Engineering; and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Among the academic departments, there are 12 baccalaureate, 13 master's, nine doctoral degrees, and 10 minors offered. U.S. News & World Report ranks the College #105 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs and #69 in Best Engineering Schools for graduate programs. The College maintains its voluntary ABET accreditation status with programs being accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission, Computing Accreditation Commission, and the Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission.

Over the years, the College has experienced a consistent increase in student enrollment, which has positively coincided with the College's growth in research opportunities, curriculum development, and industry partnerships. In Fall 2023, the College welcomed a total of 9,953 total students, including 5,971 undergraduates, 3,426 master's students, and 540 doctoral students. 43% of its student body comprises international students from 66 countries, 41% representing students of color, and 26% being women. The College is home to 217 faculty, of which 159 hold tenured or tenure-track appointments. Faculty actively contribute to impactful research in various fields, including data analytics, photonics, healthcare, energy, and built infrastructure.

The College is led by Dr. Peter Crouch, who was appointed as Dean and professor of electrical engineering in 2016. Since arriving, he has pursued vigorous support for the President's strategic vision for UTA, and the powerful growth of the University and the College. Developing the strategic links between the College and its stakeholders, especially in the DFW metro area, is one of his most important goals. A native of England, Dr. Crouch earned both his bachelor's degree in engineering science and master's degree in control theory from Warwick University in Coventry, and his PhD in applied sciences from Harvard University.

To learn more about the College of Engineering, visit College of Engineering - The University of Texas at Arlington (uta.edu).

University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

09/01/2024

Open Date:

02/06/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/27081 and submit the following materials:

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (required only for candidates for whom their degree is not in the same discipline as the one in which they will teach)
• Contact information for 3 references
• Statement of Program Development and Management

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Questions may be addressed to Dr. Wei-Jen Lee at wlee@uta.edu.

For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta.

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