Assistant Professor - Aerospace Engineering

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Aerospace Engineering within the Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering.

The successful candidate will develop an internationally recognized research program in mechanical engineering or closely related fields and contribute to aerospace engineering emphasis areas for both undergraduate and graduate students.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.
• Record of strong scholarly achievement.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.
• Potential to establish a strong externally funded research program.
• Candidates will have the expertise to contribute to mechanical engineering undergraduate and graduate degree programs, with particular focus on strengthening curriculum related to aerospace engineering.
• Integration of AI/ML into research and educational programs will be viewed favorably.

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in mechanical engineering or a closely related field

Job description

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Assistant Professor - Aerospace Engineering

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Position Information

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See: Notice of Nondiscrimination

Working Title

Working Title Assistant Professor - Aerospace Engineering

Department

Department Mechanical & Materials Engineering-1067

Requisition Number

Requisition Number F_260105

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/02/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 01/04/2027

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering ( https://engineering.unl.edu/mme ) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln ( UNL ) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. The successful candidate is expected to develop an internationally recognized research program in any area related to mechanical engineering or a closely related field and contribute to developing aerospace engineering emphasis areas for both undergraduate and graduate students to complement the mechanical engineering degree program. We seek innovative and inspirational scholars with a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, service, and engagement.

The Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering ( MME ) consists of approximately 30 tenured/tenure-track faculty, over 900 undergraduate students, and 100 graduate students. Recent investments in the College of Engineering include a new ~$80M research building and a new $120M teaching and learning building. UNL supports an outstanding system of central facilities housing state-of-the-art instrumentation and computation capabilities within the Nebraska Center for Materials and Nanoscience ( ncmn.unl.edu ), the Nebraska Nanoengineering Research Core Facility ( engineering.unl.edu/nercf ), and the Holland Computing Center ( hcc.unl.edu ). Opportunities for collaborations across the University of Nebraska include the University of Nebraska Medical Center, the Nebraska Center for Energy Sciences Research, the National Strategic Research Institute ( NSRI ), the Nebraska Center for Materials and Nanoscience, the Center for Electro-Optics and Functionalized Surfaces, the Center for Brain, Biology, and Behavior, the Nebraska Athletic Performance Laboratory, the Midwest Roadside Safety Facility, Innovation Campus, and other state- and federally-funded research centers and programs.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.
• Record of strong scholarly achievement.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.
• Potential to establish a strong externally funded research program.
• Candidates will have the expertise to contribute to mechanical engineering undergraduate and graduate degree programs, with particular focus on strengthening curriculum related to aerospace engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Integration of AI/ML into research and educational programs will be viewed favorably.

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

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Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required No

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Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

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Planned Hire Date

Planned Hire Date 08/16/2027

Appointment End Date

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