Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering

Jackson State University; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson State University in Jackson, MS invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mechanical Engineering starting January 2027. The role emphasizes excellence in teaching, research, and service at a historically Black university.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop curriculum, establish a research program, seek external funding, publish in leading journals, and supervise theses and dissertations; will mentor

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching and service.
• Ability to publish in leading journals and develop externally funded research.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mechanical engineering.
• Develop and assess curriculum and program outcomes.
• Establish a productive externally funded research program.
• Supervise student theses and dissertations.
• Advise and mentor students; participate in activities across university and accreditation.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Student mentoring

Research planning

Publish in journals

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Job description

Jackson State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position with an emphasis in Mechanical Engineering. The anticipated start date is January 4, 2027.

We seek a scholar committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service at a historically Black university.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mechanical and general engineering and contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.

Responsibilities include establishing a productive research program, pursuing external funding, publishing high-quality scholarly work, and supervising student research, theses, and dissertations.

The faculty member will also advise and mentor students and participate in university, community, professional, recruitment, and accreditation activities.

A doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field is required. A Professional Engineer license and industrial experience are highly desired.

Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, potential to develop an externally funded research program, and the ability to publish high-quality papers in leading journals.

Candidates are expected to be responsive to a diverse student body and collaborate with colleagues.

Jackson State University is a state-supported institution located in Jackson, the capital city of Mississippi.