Associate or Assistant Professor

Overview

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Utah State University invites applications for two tenure‑track faculty positions at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field. Positions are tenured, funded for a 9‑month academic year, with an anticipated start date of August 2025. Candidates with expertise in experimental combustion and propulsion (atmospheric, space, small‑sat, green‑energy) or in theoretical/computational hypersonic flow (shock‑influenced chemistry, boundary layers, ionization, non‑equilibrium high‑enthalpy) will receive preference.

All applicants must demonstrate a strong background in engineering fundamentals, a track record of peer‑reviewed publications, graduate mentorship, effective teaching of undergraduate and graduate courses, and engagement in departmental and university duties, including leadership in technical societies.

• Develop a significant externally funded research program that includes a strong record of peer‑reviewed publications and graduate mentorship.
• Effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Actively participate in assigned department and university duties, and demonstrate leadership in relevant technical societies.

Assistant Professor:

• Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or closely related field.
• Strong background in engineering fundamentals.
• Evidence of emerging research streams with potential for extramural support and publication.

Associate Professor:

• Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or closely related field.
• Strong background in engineering fundamentals.
• Evidence of established research streams with potential for extramural support and publication.

Assistant Professor:

• Demonstrated expertise in
  • Experimental combustion and propulsion; or
  • Theoretical and computational hypersonic flow.

Associate Professor:

• Demonstrated excellence and recognition in
  • Experimental combustion and propulsion; or
  • Theoretical and computational hypersonic flow.
• Evidence of funded research experiences and effective teaching in the above areas.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume/CV (uploaded at the beginning of the application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”).
• Cover Letter, Research Statement, and Teaching Philosophy (upload these in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1‑10”).
• Contact information for three professional references.

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Commensurate with experience, with excellent benefits.

Utah State University is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contact the University’s ADA Coordinator at 435‑797‑0122 or hr for reasonable accommodations. For Title IX inquiries, contact Matthew Pinner (matthew.pinner) or Cody Carmichael (cody.carmichael).