What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Associate Professor position at University of Wyoming College of Engineering and Physical Sciences?
Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor Position
Department of Energy & Petroleum Engineering
University of Wyoming
1. Position Summary
The Department of Energy & Petroleum Engineering (EPE) at the University of Wyoming invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Scientific Machine Learning for Subsurface Energy Systems as part of the University’s AI Cluster Hire Initiative.
We seek a scholar who will develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program at the intersection of:
- Data analytics for upstream oil and gas systems
- Scientific machine learning and physics-informed AI
- High-performance computing for energy applications
- AI-enabled decision-making under uncertainty
- Digital twins of subsurface assets
The successful candidate will play a central role in strengthening UW’s leadership in digital transformation of subsurface energy systems.
Exceptional candidates may be considered at the Associate Professor rank.
2. Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Computational Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline
- Demonstrated research activity in AI/ML applied to scientific or engineering systems
- Demonstrated background or strong research interest in energy-related applications, with clear potential to contribute to teaching and research in subsurface energy systems
- Evidence of research productivity (peer-reviewed publications, software, datasets, or equivalent scholarly outputs)
- Demonstrated potential (Assistant rank) or record (Associate rank) of securing external funding
- Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring
3. Preferred Qualifications
· Demonstrated success in interdisciplinary collaboration
· Experience working with industry or national laboratories
· Strong potential for sustained external funding in AI and energy-related programs (e.g., DOE, NSF, ARPA-E, industry)
· A research record showing promise of excellence in petroleum engineering and relate fields.
· Demonstrated experience (or strong potential) for securing competitive external research funding.
· Strong communication skills.
· Experience teaching, mentoring, or assisting with university-level instruction.
4. About the Department
The Department of Energy & Petroleum Engineering offers ABET-accredited B.S. programs and robust M.S. and Ph.D. programs. Faculty and students benefit from advanced research facilities and strong industry partnerships. EPE is nationally recognized for research in subsurface energy systems, enhanced oil recovery, and digital innovation.
The department is committed to shaping the future of subsurface energy through integration of AI, data analytics, advanced experimentation, and computational science.
5. About the University & Laramie
The University of Wyoming (UW) is the state’s land-grant institution and a Carnegie R1 research university committed to excellence in education, research, and outreach. UW offers a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, supported by strong state investment in energy-related research, world-class facilities, and a culture that values innovation and academic leadership.
Located in the vibrant college town of Laramie (approximately 130 miles northwest of Denver) UW provides an exceptional quality of life. Laramie combines the benefits of a close-knit, welcoming community with the amenities of a university setting, including cultural events, Division I athletics, and a wide range of campus and community activities. The region offers a low cost of living, short commute times, and access to outstanding outdoor recreation, including hiking, skiing, climbing, biking, and fishing in the Snowy Range and Medicine Bow National Forest. The surrounding Rocky Mountain region provides unparalleled opportunities for year-round adventure while maintaining a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere.
6. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Wyoming is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law and university policy.
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