Associate Professor — Energy Systems & Turbomachinery
University of Central Florida
Orlando (FL)
On-site
USD 95,000 - 130,000
Full time
14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts
Education assistance
Flexible work environment
Job summary
A public research university in Orlando seeks an assistant or associate professor in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy systems and a doctoral degree. This role involves establishing an independent research program, contributing to interdisciplinary collaborations, and mentoring students and peers. With expected start in August 2026, the position emphasizes skill in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics among other qualifications. Generous benefits and flexible work environment are provided.
Qualifications
Doctoral degree or equivalent from an accredited institution required.
Demonstrated record of high-impact research in energy systems.
Teaching, research, and service record necessary for tenure.
Responsibilities
Lead an independent, externally funded research program.
Contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations.
Mentorship and engagement with industry is expected.
Skills
Fluid mechanics
Thermodynamics
Heat and mass transfer
Energy systems engineering
Computational tools (CFD, FEA)
Education
Earned doctoral degree in relevant field
Tools
CFD software
FEA software
Job description
A public research university in Orlando seeks an assistant or associate professor in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy systems and a doctoral degree. This role involves establishing an independent research program, contributing to interdisciplinary collaborations, and mentoring students and peers. With expected start in August 2026, the position emphasizes skill in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics among other qualifications. Generous benefits and flexible work environment are provided.