Solid Mechanics and Material Science Associate or Assistant Professor

Overview

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Solid Mechanics and Material Science, especially with regard to strategic structural or functional materials, enabled by critical minerals. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field. Candidates will be considered at either the assistant or associate professor level.

This is an academic-year position (funded for 9-months) with an anticipated start date of August 2026.

• 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. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or closely related fields.
• A strong background in engineering fundamentals.
• Evidence of emerging research streams with potential for extramural support and publication.

Associate Professor:

• Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or closely related fields.
• A strong background in engineering fundamentals.
• Evidence of established research streams with potential for extramural support and publication.

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Names and contact information for three professional references to be added to your Candidate Profile
• Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
• Teaching Philosophy to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
• Research Statement to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.

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