Tenure-Track Solid Mechanics Professor (AI/Multiphysics)

University of Missouri System; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

The University of Missouri System invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering with a strong background in Solid Mechanics. The successful candidate will build an externally funded research program and contribute to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, fostering collaborations across the department and university.

Exceptional applicants may be considered for higher rank.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, or closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability or strong potential to establish externally funded research programs in the stated areas.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop core and elective courses in mechanical and aerospace engineering at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Establish an externally funded research program and foster collaborations across the Department and the University.
• Contribute to launching new degree programs and interdisciplinary initiatives such as the 2027 UG aerospace program launch.

Skills

Solid mechanics

AI/ML for mechanics

Multiscale modeling

Data-driven experimental mechanics

Biomechanics/material mechanics

Education

Ph.D. in mechanical engineering

Job description

The University of Missouri System invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering with a strong background in Solid Mechanics. The successful candidate will build an externally funded research program and contribute to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, fostering collaborations across the department and university.

Exceptional applicants may be considered for higher rank.