Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty Positions - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

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.

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.

We welcome applicants with expertise in any discipline related to Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, particularly those with research experience in Renewable Energy and Energy Storage.

Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the department's mission by:

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.

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Interested candidates should log in to NC State Jobs to submit a cover letter, CV, research vision, teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. We encourage applicants to submit their materials by December 20, 2024; however, applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Inquiries can be directed to the Faculty Search Committee Chair at hvtafres@ncsu.edu. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

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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.

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