Assistant/Associate Professor — Automation & Robotics

Iowa State University - College of Design; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University’s Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering invites applications for a tenured/tenure-track faculty position at the assistant or associate professor level to begin Fall 2027. The focus is automation and robotics with foundational strengths in advanced manufacturing or human factors and ergonomics.

The successful candidate will build a world-class externally funded research program, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute to service to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in industrial engineering or a closely aligned field.
• Associate Professor candidates must meet university standards for appointment to the rank.
• Evidence of ability to establish an independent research program in automation or human factors.
• Evidence of teaching excellence in automation or human factors.
• Evidence of collaboration in research and education.

Responsibilities

• Establish and grow a funded research program in automation and robotics.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Engage in service to the department, college, and profession.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Research independence

Education

Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Iowa State University’s Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering invites applications for a tenured/tenure-track faculty position at the assistant or associate professor level to begin Fall 2027. The focus is automation and robotics with foundational strengths in advanced manufacturing or human factors and ergonomics.

The successful candidate will build a world-class externally funded research program, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute to service to