University of Idaho--Mechanical Engineering Department

INSTITUTION: University of Idaho
DEPARTMENT: Mechanical Engineering Department
POSITION: Open-Rank Professor, Tenure Track Position
LINK: www.uidaho.edu/human-resources
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Tenure-Track Faculty Position

The Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Idaho invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in the areas of design and manufacturing. Candidates are sought whose research focuses on connecting modern design approaches with advanced manufacturing methods. The ideal candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas; design innovation, design optimization, design visualization, design for manufacturing, manufacturing automation, additive and/or other emerging manufacturing technologies. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a nationally competitive externally-funded research program and participate in interdisciplinary research efforts both inside and outside the College of Engineering. 

The Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Idaho has a strong tradition of providing excellent instruction and mentoring to both undergraduate and graduate students. The engineering faculty takes pride in creating outstanding engineers that excel in both industrial and academic careers. Successful candidates will be expected to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students, contribute to the senior capstone design course, assist in the assessment of ME courses, and participate in distance education through the UI’s Engineering Outreach program.

We are especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and service, to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

Minimum qualifications include:

• a Ph.D. (preferred) in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field;
• evidence of successfully teaching college-level engineering courses;
• evidence of being able to develop an active research agenda with research expertise in design, design for manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, and it is desirable to have an interest in control systems;
• evidence of potential to acquire external funding;
• excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• and is a registered professional engineer (PE) or becomes registered within five years. 

Desirable qualifications include:

• university level teaching experience;
• outstanding research records and the potential to establish a successful research program in design for manufacturing and/or advanced manufacturing;
• evidence of successful grant procurement related to the candidate’s research interests and the potential to collaborate with other faculty in teaching and research;
• propensity for scholarship and the potential to be an excellent teacher both in the classroom and the laboratory, and have an interest in advising and mentoring undergraduate students;
• professional experience in engineering or related field;
• and an interest/motivation to teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

Applicants must apply online at www.uidaho.edu/human-resources.  Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To enrich education through diversity, the University of Idaho is an equal opportunity employer.