Assistant/Associate Professor, Advanced Manufacturing

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech invites applications for tenure-track faculty in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, with a focus on advanced manufacturing. The start date is August 2027 and candidates are expected to establish an internationally recognized research program in areas such as materials, manufacturing processes, robotics, and data-driven design.

The successful candidate will teach core ME courses, mentor students, and contribute to VT MADE and

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline by start date.
• Experience establishing an internationally recognized research program and collaborating across disciplines.
• Ability to teach core ME courses and develop new specialized courses in advanced manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate ME courses; develop new courses addressing emerging directions.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students and contribute to ME and VT MADE growth.
• Build and lead a vigorous, externally funded research program in advanced manufacturing.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Academic leadership

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related

Job description

Virginia Tech invites applications for tenure-track faculty in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, with a focus on advanced manufacturing. The start date is August 2027 and candidates are expected to establish an internationally recognized research program in areas such as materials, manufacturing processes, robotics, and data-driven design.

The successful candidate will teach core ME courses, mentor students, and contribute to VT MADE and