Asst Prof - Mechanical & Aerospace Eng Aeroelasticity

SHPE Houston; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University’s MEMS invites applications for multiple Assistant Professor positions in Mechanical Engineering. We seek candidates with a focus on Aerospace Engineering and novel work in aeroelasticity, unsteady aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, nonlinear dynamics, and fluid-structure control.

Applicants should have a doctoral degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related field. Review begins immediately; applications by Dec 1, 2026 receive priority; submit via Academic Jobs Online.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong research record and potential for scholarly leadership.
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and DEI in research and teaching.

Skills

Aerospace Engineering focus

Aeroelasticity

Unsteady Aerodynamics

Fluid Mechanics

Nonlinear Dynamics

Fluid-Structure Control

Education

Earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Duke University’s MEMS invites applications for multiple Assistant Professor positions in Mechanical Engineering. We seek candidates with a focus on Aerospace Engineering and novel work in aeroelasticity, unsteady aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, nonlinear dynamics, and fluid-structure control.

Applicants should have a doctoral degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related field. Review begins immediately; applications by Dec 1, 2026 receive priority; submit via Academic Jobs Online.