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Michigan Technological University Assistant Professor, Mechanical EngineeringEngine in Houghton, Michigan
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Job Description Summary
Michigan Technological University, Department of Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics invites applications for the position of Professor at all ranks, multiple hires are expected. Applicants with the required education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and accomplishments commensurate with a higher rank will also be considered for an appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.
Applicants for the position are required to have earned doctorates in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field. All research areas are of interest, including space technology, electric vehicles, NVH, aerospace technology, composites, systems engineering, and more. Successful candidates will be expected to develop externally funded research programs in their areas of interest while fostering collaboration with other faculty, engage in both undergraduate and graduate teaching at a high level, and contribute to professional service.
Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply ().
Our undergraduate ME program is ranked 35th and our graduate program is ranked 80th among doctoral granting ME programs by the US News and World Report. The National Science Foundation (NSF) ranks Mechanical Engineering in Research Expenditures at Michigan Tech #15th in FY2021(latest rankings) with $22.845 Million among all Mechanical Engineering programs in the U.S. Our department is 9th in undergraduate enrollment, 10th in MSME enrollment, and 17th in Ph.D. enrollment (latest College Factual data).
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
Teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses effectively
Mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students
Develop externally funded research programs in your area of interest
Publish research results in conference and peer-reviewed journal publications.
Secure internal and external research funding to support graduate students and your research program.
Successfully work with diverse individuals
Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work and adhere to applicable safety protocols.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures (minimum requirements)
Applicants for the position are required to have earned doctorates in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field.
Required Experience (minimum requirements)
Applicants must have experience in Engineering or science research resulting in scholarly publications and must demonstrate through experience, familiarity with financial/funding resources, and opportunities available to faculty utilized by U.S. Academic Institutions.