Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is inviting applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Mechanical Engineering set to begin in August 2027. Candidates will develop a strong research program in Thermal‑Fluid Sciences while contributing to the department through teaching and collaboration.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field and meet work eligibility requirements in the United States. This role offers the opportunity to engage in significant research and direct graduate students.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field required by start date.
• Eligibility to work in the United States for the duration of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong, externally funded research program.
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary research projects.
• Direct graduate students and teach courses.

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field

Job description

Overview

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Auburn University invites applications for a full-time tenure‑track faculty position to begin in August 2027. Applicants must have research expertise in Thermal‑Fluid Sciences. Desirable research areas include electronic thermal management, bioheat transfer engineering, propulsion and hypersonic applications, thermal management in nuclear power generation, new metrologies, and artificial intelligence/machine learning methodologies applied to thermal sciences. Industry experience is encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

The selected individual will be expected to contribute to the department’s growth by developing a strong, externally funded research program; collaborating on interdisciplinary research projects; publishing research results in appropriate scholarly outlets; directing graduate students; teaching undergraduate and graduate courses; and serving the department and the profession. Excellent communication skills and a high level of personal motivation are required. Candidates will be considered at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels. Applicants at the Associate and Full Professor levels must have an active nationally or internationally recognized research program.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field by the start date. The selected candidate must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue to work legally for the proposed term of employment.

Contract Type

Continuing

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