Assistant Professor of Instruction - Manufacturing Engineering

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Instruction - Manufacturing Engineering

2026070

NTL

San Marcos

College of Science and Engineering

Ingram School of Engineering

Ingram School of Engineering at Texas State University seeks a non‑tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Instruction in its Manufacturing Engineering Program, beginning Fall 2026. The ABET‑accredited program enjoys a long history of research and industry collaboration in conventional and advanced manufacturing. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to student‑centered teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels, participate in curriculum and program development, and engage in university and professional service.

Preference is given to candidates with expertise in advanced manufacturing techniques and technologies, including AI‑based manufacturing, additive manufacturing, robotics, control and instrumentation, composites, simulation, and semiconductor manufacturing.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to student‑centered teaching and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Participate in curriculum and program development.
• Engage in university and professional service.

• Ph.D. in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Work and or research experience in one or more of the following areas:
  Manufacturing Systems Design/Simulation;
  Robotics;
  Control Systems;
  Cybersecurity in Manufacturing;
  Composites; AI and Machine Learning applications in Manufacturing;
  Additive Manufacturing;
  Senior Design Projects.
• Ability to teach in at least two of the areas listed above.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Demonstrated expertise in advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Post‑doctoral research experience and/or industry experience.
• Experience teaching and mentoring undergraduate students as well as supporting graduate‑level instruction.
• Familiarity with ABET accreditation procedures and documentation.

• Full‑time
• Proposed start date:
  Fall 2026
• Posting date: 11/18/2025
• Review date: 01/31/2026
• Open until filled:
  Yes

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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre‑employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

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