Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering; Solid Mechanics

Position Title

Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering (Solid Mechanics)

2026070

TTL

San Marcos

Ingram School of Engineering

The Ingram School of Engineering of Texas State University has launched a new Mechanical Engineering program that incorporates Industry 4.0 tools and technologies throughout the curriculum to prepare students who can design and develop mechanical and thermal systems that are intelligent, interconnected, and integrated with the virtual world and emerging digital infrastructures. Currently, the program seeks to fill a tenure-track position in solid mechanics at the Assistant Professor level to begin Fall 2026.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish an externally funded research program in their area of expertise, exhibit a strong commitment to student-centered teaching and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels, participate in curriculum and program development, and perform university and professional service. To assure full consideration, applications must be submitted by February 2, 2026
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• An earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Academic and research background in the field of solid mechanics.
• Research competence evidenced by publications related to solid mechanics in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication skills.

• A research focus in one of the following areas: multi-scale modeling, computational mechanics using AI, metamaterials, composite materials, biomechanics, bio-inspired materials, or energy dissipation.
• Postdoctoral and/or industrial experience.
• Record of teaching experience in the US.
• Expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI).
• An ability to work collaboratively with faculty across multiple departments and programs.
• Knowledge of ABET accreditation procedures and deliverables.
• Demonstrated experience writing and securing grants and contracts.

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). To assure full consideration, applications must be submitted by February 2, 2026
.

The following documentation must be included in the application:

• Cover letter that explicitly addresses each of the required and each of the preferred qualifications. Failure to provide in the cover letter the requested information may result in the application being considered incomplete.
• Curriculum vitae including:
  • Academic background.
  • List of post-doctoral and/or professional employments.
  • List of published and/or submitted peer-reviewed articles.
  • List of authored, funded research proposals, with funding amount and funding agency.
  • List of courses taught as Instructor of Record or under another role.
• Statements of current and future research interests (two pages maximum).
• Statements of teaching philosophy and interests (two pages maximum).
• List of three references.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.

Fall 2026

01/12/2026

02/02/2026

Yes

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This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre‑employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

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