Robotics Researcher — Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

Interfolio, Inc; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mechanical Engineering, with a nine-month appointment starting September 2027. The candidate will build a strong robotics research program and contribute to teaching across Bachelors, Masters, and PhD programs.

Starting date can be adjusted. The salary range is highly competitive and aligned with DOE wage standards.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline by appointment date.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in scholarly research and teaching.
• Ability to develop internationally recognized research program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education.

Responsibilities

• Develop an internationally recognized extramurally funded research program.
• Provide innovative, high-quality teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Contribute to a learning environment that values diverse experiences and mentorship.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching excellence

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline

Job description

University of Washington invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mechanical Engineering, with a nine-month appointment starting September 2027. The candidate will build a strong robotics research program and contribute to teaching across Bachelors, Masters, and PhD programs.

Starting date can be adjusted. The salary range is highly competitive and aligned with DOE wage standards.