Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Department: Mechanical Engineering

Final date to receive applications: March 10, 2026

About Arkansas Tech:

Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a public institution with regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU has been recognized for its rankings in regional and social mobility indicators. The Russellville campus offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses.

Position Summary:

Arkansas Tech University invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering starting in August 2026. The Mechanical Engineering program serves 235 students and offers two AS degrees (AS in Manufacturing and AS in Nuclear Technology) along with the BS in Mechanical Engineering. The BS program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and student interactions through undergraduate and sponsored research, advising and student organizations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach, assess, and develop undergraduate courses in mechanical engineering with an emphasis in manufacturing, mechatronics, or robotics.
• Effectively advise and mentor students at the undergraduate level and engage students in high impact learning practices.
• Participate in scholarly activities including undergraduate research with publishing in appropriate journals or conferences.
• Develop a sustainable scholarship program including seeking external funds to support the program.
• Provide impactful departmental, college, university, and professional service to the university, community, and state.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to teach courses related to manufacturing, mechatronics, or robotics.
• Ability to teach fundamental mechanical engineering courses.
• Demonstrated skills in both oral and written communication.
• Earned Ph.D. (or, if ABD, the degree must be awarded by December 31, 2026) in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Mechatronics/Robotics Engineering or other closely related field from an institution that offers ABET-accredited programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specialization/emphasis in one of the following areas: manufacturing, mechatronics, or robotics.
• Teaching experience at the university level.
• P.E. registration.
• Potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Evidence of the potential for creating an environment to support student success and access.

Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:

This is an on-campus position in the Department of Engineering and Computing Sciences at ATU's Russellville, Arkansas campus.

What to Submit:

• Cover letter describing your candidacy for the position.
• Statement of teaching and research philosophy (3 pages max.).
• CV (10 pages max.).
• Full contact information for three references.

To be considered for the position of Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering
, all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on March 10, 2026
, before 6:00 pm Central Time.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Arkansas Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.