Associate​/Full Professor of Engineering Practice - Mechanical & Civil and Construction

The School of Mechanical Engineering (ME) and the Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering (LSCCE) at Purdue University invite applications for a non-tenure track Faculty of Engineering Practice position at the rank of associate or full professor. An appointment in either School or a joint appointment is possible. Purdue University seeks to attract exceptional candidates with interests and expertise in solid mechanics, structural analysis, design, manufacturing, automation, dynamics, and/or vibration.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate core and elective courses. There will be opportunities to teach graduate level courses and to be involved in research. Additionally, the candidate will assist with student experiential learning activities, support the Schools through industry outreach, and/or contribute to senior capstone design activities. The location of this position, including teaching responsibilities, is in Indianapolis.

Successful candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree, or an MSc. degree with at least 10 years of professional experience, in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Bridge Engineering, Design and Manufacturing, Automation, or a related discipline by the start date of employment. The successful candidate will have to identify an area of engineering practice that integrates their professional experiences with the Schools of Mechanical and/or Civil and Construction Engineering’s research, education, and/or engagement/outreach programs.