Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Faculty Position in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of South Florida invites applications for tenured/tenure-track faculty positions in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Successful applicants may be hired at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level and are expected to begin teaching and research in the Fall 2026 semester.

• Computational Supersonic and Hypersonic Flows
• AI, Autonomy, and Robotics
• Drones and Urban Air Mobility
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Aerospace Materials
• Energy Systems

Applicants specializing in materials science without a clear, strong connection to aerospace applications are discouraged from applying.

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of scholarly achievements that will contribute to fundamental research thrust areas in the College of Engineering and must meet university criteria for appointments as Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.

Demonstrated excellence in scholarly research and publications, the potential for sustaining an externally funded research program, and a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

Applicants are expected to develop and sustain a research program that results in peer‑reviewed publications and external funding. A strong record of teaching excellence and active mentoring of undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral scholars is also required. Exceptional candidates with a sustained record of externally funded research, outstanding scholarly work, teaching excellence, and international recognition will be considered for promotion to Associate or Full Professor.

An application must include: a cover letter indicating rank and research area of interest; a detailed curriculum vitae; a statement of research plans and teaching interests (no more than five pages); names of at least four professional references; and a description of broader impacts. All documents should be submitted electronically as a single PDF file via https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx
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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other unlawful basis. The university maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are entitled to reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.