Mechanical Engineering Faculty: Solid Mechanics & Materials

ASME; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Rice University in Houston, TX invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position in solid mechanics and related areas. The appointment may be made at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level, starting July 1, 2027, with opportunities to collaborate across Rice and the broader scientific and engineering communities.

Candidates should advance the science of solids, structures, materials, and mechanical systems; responsibilities include developing a funded research

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field by time of appointment.
• Strong record of scholarly achievement and potential for external funding.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Establish/maintain an externally funded research program with national/international recognition.
• Publish in high-impact venues and present at conferences.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses aligned with expertise.
• Advise/mentor undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations within Rice and external partners.

Skills

Solid mechanics

Computational mechanics

Multiscale modeling

Biomechanics

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Finite Element Analysis

MATLAB

Job description

Rice University in Houston, TX invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position in solid mechanics and related areas. The appointment may be made at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level, starting July 1, 2027, with opportunities to collaborate across Rice and the broader scientific and engineering communities.

Candidates should advance the science of solids, structures, materials, and mechanical systems; responsibilities include developing a funded research