Powder Materials Scientist — Tenure-Track

Texas A&M; College Station (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering invites applications for a full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level, beginning August 1, 2027. The role emphasizes synthesis, processing, and consolidation of powder-based metals and ceramics, with collaboration across CAPS and ARM-MIP.

Successful candidates will teach, advise and mentor students; develop an externally funded research program; and participate

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and service.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in MSEN.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Develop an independent, externally funded research program.
• Participate in department, college, and professional service.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering

Job description

Tenure-Track/Tenured: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

Materials Science & Engineering

Location

College Station Texas

Open Date

Open Date

8/12/2026

Position ID

Position ID

188718

Description

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSEN), College of Engineering at Texas A&M University, invites applications for one (1) full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty position, at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level, with a 9-month academic appointment and the possibility of an additional summer appointment contingent upon the need and availability of funds, beginning August 1, 2027.

The department will consider individuals with demonstrated expertise and experience in the synthesis, processing, and consolidation of powder-based metals and ceramics. Priority will be given to candidates with research activities investigating powder synthesis via atomization and milling, and other state-of-the-art techniques, and the fundamental science governing heat transfer, solidification and microstructure evolution in advanced materials. Successful candidates will join the faculty cluster affiliated with the recently established Center for Alloy and Powder Synthesis (CAPS) advancing powder-based materials science, supported by expanding experimental capabilities. They will also be able to collaborate with and leverage the recently awarded NSF Autonomous Robotic Metallurgist Materials Innovation Platform (ARM-MIP).

The successful applicant will be required to teach; advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students; develop an independent, externally funded research program; participate in all aspects of the Department’s activities; and serve the profession. Through effective collaboration across the discipline of engineering, the MSEN department has numerous opportunities for the development of laboratories and sponsorship of research activities. MSEN is a relatively new and growing department, currently with 22 full time and 6 joint tenured/tenure-track faculty. The student enrollment has continuously grown since the establishment of the department, and currently we have about 300 undergraduate students (sophomore, junior, and seniors), and about 200 graduate students. MSEN is an integral part of the TAMU College of Engineering, with excellent interaction with faculty in other engineering programs to support large-scale college initiatives and access to graduate students to assist in research activities. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. Applicants should consult the Department’s website to review our academic and research programs ( engineering.tamu.edu/materials ).

Qualifications

Applicants must have an earned doctorate in materials science and engineering or a closely related engineering degree.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a personal statement (personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching, and service, as applicable), and a list of four references (including postal addresses, phone numbers and email addresses) by applying for this specific position at http://apply.interfolio.com/190627 . Full consideration will be given to applications received by November 30, 2026. Applications received after that date may be considered until position(s) are filled. It is anticipated the appointment(s) will begin August 1, 2027.

For questions regarding the application process or other inquiries, please contact Mr. Kyle Broxon at [e-mail] .

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The University is aware that attracting and retaining exceptional faculty often depends on meeting the needs of two careers and therefore has a Dual Career Program .