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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.

Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor
University of Wyoming Laramie, WY, USA
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.