Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Positions - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193765EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Positions - Mechanical and Aerospace EngineeringAnticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with education and experienceWork Schedule
Academic Assignment-hours will varyJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Mechanical and Aerospace EngineeringAbout the Department
The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at North Carolina State University (Raleigh, NC) is among the largest and most prominent in the nation. The department offers separate B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in both Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Aerospace Engineering (AE). The MAE department currently boasts 50 highly recognized tenure-track faculty, 7 professional track faculty and 19 staff members. The Department has an enrollment of over 1,200 undergraduates and 400 graduate students. The College of Engineering is ranked overall #25 by US News and #9 in research expenditures among all engineering colleges in the nation.
NC State’s location on Centennial Campus, combined with its proximity to the Research Triangle Park and neighboring universities, provides extensive opportunities for academic and industrial interaction and collaboration. Candidates can obtain information about the department and its research programs here.
Essential Job Duties
The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at North Carolina State University is inviting applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level. We will also consider appointments at the Associate or Full Professor levels, with tenure, for exceptional candidates. We seek individuals who can address critical research challenges and collaborate with both existing and emerging research initiatives within the department, college, and university.
The department is interested in exceptional candidates with expertise in applications of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in mechanical and aerospace engineering. Examples may include but are not limited to: AI/ML-based digital twinning, assimilation of computational and experimental data, physics-informed AI/ML, novel experimental techniques that leverage AI/ML for improved accuracy, digital engineering workflow optimization, advanced computational physics simulation approaches that may leverage AI/ML for sub-model construction, AI/ML enabled computational design, and AI-enabled autonomous manufacturing.
Responsibilities:
Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the department’s mission by:
- Developing a strong, nationally recognized, and externally funded research program.
- Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to mechanical and/or aerospace engineering.
- Actively participating in professional service activities.
Successful candidates will have a demonstrated track record of scholarship, a creative vision for research, an active interest in engineering education, and strong communication skills.
For applications at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, an emphasis will be placed on the strength and caliber of the candidate’s existing research program and the candidate’s ability and desire to provide mentorship and leadership to an enthusiastic and rapidly growing department.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or other closely related fields.
Other Required Qualifications
- Successful candidates will have a demonstrated track record of scholarship, a creative vision for research, an active interest in engineering education, and strong communication skills.
- Demonstrate a commitment to effective teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
10/28/2024Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to submitting an online application, please the following:
- A cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research Vision
- Teaching Philosophy
- Three professional references.
We encourage applicants to submit their materials by December 20, 2024; however, applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Inquiries may be sent via email to the Faculty Search Committee Chair, at jredward@ncsu.edu. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Position Number
00111135Position Type
Tenured/Tenure-Track FacultyFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
9 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment ID
140901 - Mechanical & Aerospace EngrAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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