Tenure-Track​/tenured faculty positions at ranks; Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor

Position: Tenure-Track/tenured faculty positions at all ranks(Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor) i[...]

Position: Tenure-Track/tenured faculty positions at all ranks (Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor) in Robotics at Rutgers University – School of Engineering, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.

Overview

Rutgers invites applications for tenure-track/tenured faculty positions across all ranks. The department leads in advanced manufacturing, energy systems, and aerospace research. Preference will be given to applicants in manufacturing, cybersecurity, infrastructure, healthcare, machine learning, and related areas.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
• Develop a nationally recognized, externally funded scholarly research program.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration with departments such as Robotics, Mechatronics, and Advanced Manufacturing.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field, completed by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated excellence in research and potential or record of external funding.
• Strong commitment to teaching and student success.

Preferred:

• Expertise in computational and structural mechanics, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, machine learning, data-driven optimization, or complex systems modeling.
• Synergies with department strengths in Robotics, Mechatronics, Advanced Manufacturing, and Materials.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, military service, or any other category protected by law.

Pre‑employment Screening

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

During the flu season, prospective employees may be required to provide proof of influenza vaccination. Failure to provide proof may result in rescission of a candidate's offer or disciplinary action.

Posting Close Date

04/30/2026

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