ASSISTANTASSOCIATEFULL PROFESSOR Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Gainesville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR
Classification Minimum Requirements:	PhD in a related field by the start date
Job Description:	The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida invites applications for multiple full-time nine-month tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Associate and Full Professor. The positions have an anticipated start date of August 2026. We are seeking candidates in all areas related to mechanical and aerospace engineering. We have a special interest in candidates with backgrounds and proposed research programs in fluid mechanics (including aerodynamics aerospace propulsion and acoustics) space sciences and technologies computational sciences and robotics. Integration of AI with these research areas is a major thrust at the University of Florida. The faculty members will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses within the mechanical and aerospace engineering curricula; initiate and sustain externally sponsored research programs; recruit and supervise graduate students; and engage in service activities for the University of Florida and the profession. Applicants must possess a PhD in a related field by the start date. Dedication to excellence in research teaching and service and evidence of scholarly achievements are required. The candidate should have a record of or demonstrate the potential for successful proposal writing PhD student mentoring scholarship and classroom teaching. The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the University of Florida (https: has approximately 60 faculty members working in all aspects of mechanical and aerospace engineering and is growing. The combined undergraduate and graduate student population is approximately 3000 with nearly 200 in the Ph.D. program. Recent US News & World Report has MAE ranked as 14th and 20th for the aerospace and mechanical engineering graduate programs respectively among public universities in the US.
Expected Salary:	Salary is commensurate with education and experience
Required Qualifications:	PhD in a related field by the start date
Preferred:	- Dedication to excellence in research teaching and service and evidence of scholarly achievements. - A record of successful proposal writing PhD student mentoring scholarship and classroom teaching.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted through UFCareers at: (Search Job #537296). Complete applications must include the following files in PDF format: (1) cover letter which specifies research area (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the names addresses phone numbers and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. Additional required documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the other documents selection in the application. (4) A research program vision statement detailing short- and long-term goals; (5) a teaching statement describing the applicants teaching experience and vision for developing a teaching program at the University of Florida; and (6) up to three refereed journal or conference articles (co-)authored by the applicant. To be competitive candidates should submit a cover letter research statement and education vision statement that complement the overall mission of the department. Questions about this position may be directed to the Faculty Search Chair . The University of Florida (UF) is the flagship campus of the State of Florida university system and is consistently ranked among the nations top public universities. UF is home to HiPerGator the fastest AI supercomputer in higher education and the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering is undergoing a major expansion in faculty research and facilities with a strong focus on artificial Fall 2023 UF opened Malachowsky Hall for Data Science & Information Technology a 260000-square-foot facility that serves as the hub for AI. For more information about college initiatives visit Additional Requirements The selected candidate must provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Transcripts marked Issued to Student will not be considered official. Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additional Information The University and College count among its greatest strengths a community of facultystudents and staff having diverse perspectives who support a culture of respect and dignity where learning and research thrive. UF is committed to equal education opportunity and access. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call or the Florida Relay System at (TDD). Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. All searches are conducted in accordance with Floridas Sunshine Law. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No

Required Experience:

Classification Title:ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSORClassification Minimum Requirements:PhD in a related field by the start dateJob Description:The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida invites ap...

Classification Title:	ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR
Classification Minimum Requirements:	PhD in a related field by the start date
Job Description:	The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida invites applications for multiple full-time nine-month tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Associate and Full Professor. The positions have an anticipated start date of August 2026. We are seeking candidates in all areas related to mechanical and aerospace engineering. We have a special interest in candidates with backgrounds and proposed research programs in fluid mechanics (including aerodynamics aerospace propulsion and acoustics) space sciences and technologies computational sciences and robotics. Integration of AI with these research areas is a major thrust at the University of Florida. The faculty members will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses within the mechanical and aerospace engineering curricula; initiate and sustain externally sponsored research programs; recruit and supervise graduate students; and engage in service activities for the University of Florida and the profession. Applicants must possess a PhD in a related field by the start date. Dedication to excellence in research teaching and service and evidence of scholarly achievements are required. The candidate should have a record of or demonstrate the potential for successful proposal writing PhD student mentoring scholarship and classroom teaching. The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the University of Florida (https: has approximately 60 faculty members working in all aspects of mechanical and aerospace engineering and is growing. The combined undergraduate and graduate student population is approximately 3000 with nearly 200 in the Ph.D. program. Recent US News & World Report has MAE ranked as 14th and 20th for the aerospace and mechanical engineering graduate programs respectively among public universities in the US.
Expected Salary:	Salary is commensurate with education and experience
Required Qualifications:	PhD in a related field by the start date
Preferred:	- Dedication to excellence in research teaching and service and evidence of scholarly achievements. - A record of successful proposal writing PhD student mentoring scholarship and classroom teaching.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted through UFCareers at: (Search Job #537296). Complete applications must include the following files in PDF format: (1) cover letter which specifies research area (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the names addresses phone numbers and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. Additional required documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the other documents selection in the application. (4) A research program vision statement detailing short- and long-term goals; (5) a teaching statement describing the applicants teaching experience and vision for developing a teaching program at the University of Florida; and (6) up to three refereed journal or conference articles (co-)authored by the applicant. To be competitive candidates should submit a cover letter research statement and education vision statement that complement the overall mission of the department. Questions about this position may be directed to the Faculty Search Chair . The University of Florida (UF) is the flagship campus of the State of Florida university system and is consistently ranked among the nations top public universities. UF is home to HiPerGator the fastest AI supercomputer in higher education and the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering is undergoing a major expansion in faculty research and facilities with a strong focus on artificial Fall 2023 UF opened Malachowsky Hall for Data Science & Information Technology a 260000-square-foot facility that serves as the hub for AI. For more information about college initiatives visit Additional Requirements The selected candidate must provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Transcripts marked Issued to Student will not be considered official. Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additional Information The University and College count among its greatest strengths a community of facultystudents and staff having diverse perspectives who support a culture of respect and dignity where learning and research thrive. UF is committed to equal education opportunity and access. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call or the Florida Relay System at (TDD). Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. All searches are conducted in accordance with Floridas Sunshine Law. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No