Assistant/Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering

WESTERN NEW ENGLAND UNIVERSITY•Springfield, MA

4d•$102,000 - $106,000

About The Position

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Western New England University has an opening for a tenure track faculty position at the assistant or associate professor level beginning as early as Fall 2025. Candidates for this position must have a Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with expertise in Aerodynamics, Propulsion, Turbomachinery, Flight Mechanics, Flight Vehicle Design, Aerospace Controls, or other related Aerospace fields. Industry experience in the practical application of this expertise is a plus. The successful candidate is expected to teach courses at all levels, support graduate (including PhD) and undergraduate projects, and pursue scholarly and funded research activities. Western New England University offers a vibrant undergraduate mechanical engineering program that emphasizes industrially relevant research and design. Additionally, the ME department hosts an active Master of Science program and a Ph.D. program. The program prides itself on delivering high-quality engineering education while providing strong mentorship to students. The ME department maintains strong relationships with regional and national industries and corporations. For more information about the department, visit: https://wne.edu/academics/undergraduate/mechanical-engineering.cfm The position is scheduled to start as early as August, 25 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants are requested to submit an application package containing the following documents: 1. Cover letter 2. Curriculum vita 3. Statement of teaching and research interests 4. Three references (Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses)

Requirements

Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Aerodynamics, Propulsion, Turbomachinery, Flight Mechanics, Flight Vehicle Design, Aerospace Controls, or other related Aerospace fields.