Assistant Professor, Thermal-Fluid Engineering & Research

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid sick leave

paid holidays

medical, dental, life and disability保险

retirement

deferred compensation, optionalsupple

deferred compensation, optionalretire

Job summary

Washington State University’s School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Pullman, WA. The successful candidate will lead interdisciplinary research teams, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and contribute to service within the department.

The typical workload comprises 40% research, 40% teaching, and 20% service, with salary in the 9-month range of $100,000–$115,000 USD commensurate with

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related field by date of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals and secure external research funding.
• Proven teaching ability and experience in undergraduate and graduate instruction.
• Commitment to equitable and inclusive educational experiences aligned with WSU’s land‑grant mission.

Responsibilities

• Lead interdisciplinary research with substantial external funding.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate mechanical engineering courses.
• Contribute to service and departmental activities and curriculum development.

Skills

Teaching ability

Research program development

Communication skills

Equity & inclusion commitment

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering / Materials Science & Engineering or related field

Job description

Washington State University’s School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Pullman, WA. The successful candidate will lead interdisciplinary research teams, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and contribute to service within the department.

The typical workload comprises 40% research, 40% teaching, and 20% service, with salary in the 9-month range of $100,000–$115,000 USD commensurate with