Assistant Professor: Tenure-track: Mechanical Engineering; ME
Listed on 2026-01-15
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic, Faculty -
Engineering
Overview
Assistant Professor:
Tenure-track:
Mechanical Engineering (ME). The University of New Mexico-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty position in Mechanical Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor.
- Teach in Mechanical Engineering courses (e.g., Mechanical Engineering Design I and II, Engineering Statics) and possibly courses in related disciplines based on qualifications and interests.
- Meet the teaching workload with consideration for reallocation to service, professional development/activities/scholarship, or administrative duties in consultation with the Dean and Program Coordinator.
- Engage in service, professional development, student advising, faculty governance, and other academic and institutional support activities; supervision responsibilities as assigned.
- Maintain current teaching practices and transformational pedagogy; adhere to professional standards in education.
- Possible supervision of internships, curriculum development, training and mentoring of adjunct faculty, attending forums and meetings, undergraduate research initiatives, grant-writing, and serving on department/college committees as requested.
- Final offer contingent upon being on campus in Los Alamos at least three days per week. Appointment begins August 10, 2026.
Starting salary is commensurate with degrees and experience. Base salary for 1.0 FTE is $80,000 for a 9-month faculty position, depending on qualifications. Summer teaching may be possible and optional with additional compensation. An excellent benefits package is provided.
QualificationsMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering field by application date.
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering by application date.
- Experience teaching engineering lecture and laboratory courses at a post-secondary institution, including upper-division undergraduate courses in mechanical engineering.
- Demonstrated experience in curriculum development, student mentoring, and/or undergraduate research.
- Experience with 3D CAD software (Solid Works preferred).
- A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the university's mission to serve local and global communities.
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Application materials:
The successful candidate will be required to furnish official transcripts of all college or university work before hiring can be completed. Applicants appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to initial employment.
Additional InformationFor best consideration, please apply by 11/15/2025. This position will remain open until filled.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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