Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (Finance)

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. While outstanding candidates from all areas of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering are encouraged to apply, particular consideration will be given to applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas: (1) Computational Supersonic and Hypersonic Flows, (2) AI, Autonomy, and Robotics, (3) Drones and Urban Air Mobility, (4) Advanced Manufacturing, (5) Aerospace Materials, and (6) Energy Systems.

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

Successful applicants may be hired at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level and are expected to begin in the Fall 2026 semester. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. Candidates should have 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.

Exceptional applicants with a sustained record of externally funded research, outstanding scholarly work and publications, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and international recognition of their work will be considered for the rank of Associate or Full Professor.

• Position requires a doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Candidate must have a demonstrated record of scholarly achievements to contribute to fundamental research thrust areas in the College of Engineering.
• Candidate must also meet university criteria for appointments as Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.

• Candidate should have demonstrated excellence in scholarly research and publications.
• Candidate should have potential for sustaining an externally funded research program.
• Candidate should have a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

• A cover letter indicating the applicant’s interest in a specific rank and area of research.
• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• The names of at least four professional references.
• A statement (totaling no more than five pages) of the applicant’s research plans and teaching interests, including a description of broader impacts.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

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

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state employment laws.