Tenure-Track Faculty in Mechanical Engineering

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Villanova (Delaware County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Delaware County seeks a Tenure-Track Faculty in Mechanical Engineering. The role includes developing research programs, mentoring students, and teaching thermal-fluids science. An ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and demonstrates a commitment to teaching excellence. The appointment begins in August 2024.

Qualifications

• Proven ability for high quality research.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Develop a vibrant funded research program.
• Mentor doctoral, masters, and undergraduate students.
• Teach and develop thermal-fluids courses.
• Contribute to the modernization of the curriculum.

Skills

High quality research

Teaching excellence

Collaboration skills

Mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field

Job description

Tenure-Track Faculty in Mechanical Engineering

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Villanova University has an opening for a tenure-track faculty position in thermal-fluids science. We invite applications from outstanding candidates with expertise in all areas of thermal-fluids science including, but not limited to, renewable and sustainable energy, biomedical engineering, and advanced manufacturing applications. The integration of artificial intelligence into research plans is a plus.

The appointment begins in August 2024. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include developing a vibrant funded research program, collaborating nationally and internationally and with faculty in our core strength area of thermal-fluids science, mentoring doctoral, masters, and undergraduate research students, teaching and developing thermal-fluids undergraduate and graduate courses, contributing to the modernization of the thermal-fluids curriculum, and engaging in impactful service.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field is required, along with a proven ability for high quality research, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and innovation.

Preferred Qualifications: The department is committed to providing a rigorous educational experience in the discipline of mechanical engineering, graduating well-rounded leaders and life-long learners, who aspire to achieving professional excellence. We are equally committed to the discovery, dissemination, advancement, and application of cutting-edge research.

To apply, please submit your application at: http://jobs.villanova.edu. Application packages must include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Academic transcripts
• Statements on teaching philosophy
• Research interests
• The names and contact information of three references

Villanova University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.