Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering - Thermal Science / Fluid Mechanics (Tenure-track)

University of Texas Permian Basin•Odessa, TX

25d•$85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Texas Permian Basin's College of Engineering & Sciences welcomes applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mechanical Engineering in the field of Thermal Science/Fluid Mechanics, to begin in August 2026. We are seeking a highly qualified and enthusiastic individual for the tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mechanical Engineering. The successful candidate is expected to establish an externally funded research program(s) with effective collaborations in their area of expertise with industry and national labs. Strong preference will be given to candidates with experience and expertise in addressing problems related to Thermal Science and Fluid Mechanics, preferably with a focus on oil and gas, and renewable energies. Individuals with strong grant writing ability and proven research skills are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate should additionally have plans to involve undergraduate and graduate students in their research. Official duties and responsibilities of a Tenure Track faculty members include teaching and service activities as assigned. Faculty are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses Face to face and or hybrid teaching interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus for a minimum of four days a week. Teach up to 18 credit hours per contract year Assist in collecting assessment data as outlined by the ABET and SACSCOC Program Coordinator Achieve appropriate student-learning outcomes in all courses taught Faculty are expected to employ sound pedagogical practices and use appropriate technology Student course evaluations are to be completed each course Abide by deadlines and processes for submitting grades Advise students and provide individual help to students during weekly office hours Participate in course/laboratory revisions and curriculum development as assigned Work with other faculty and staff to advance the program Attending department, college and university faculty meetings Attend convocations, commencement exercises, recruitment activities and community meetings.

Requirements

PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field at the time of the candidate's start at UTPB. The degree must be awarded no later than August 2026.
Experience in Grant writing
Teaching experience in education or industry
Proven history of collaboration with students, faculty and staff
Evidence of mentoring student research

Nice To Haves

College-level teaching, project based or lab teaching experience
Ability to teach in all areas of the program
Experience with students and academic mentoring
Relevant industry and practical experience

Responsibilities

Establish an externally funded research program(s) with effective collaborations in their area of expertise with industry and national labs
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
Face to face and or hybrid teaching interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus for a minimum of four days a week.
Teach up to 18 credit hours per contract year
Assist in collecting assessment data as outlined by the ABET and SACSCOC Program Coordinator
Achieve appropriate student-learning outcomes in all courses taught
Employ sound pedagogical practices and use appropriate technology
Complete student course evaluations each course
Abide by deadlines and processes for submitting grades
Advise students and provide individual help to students during weekly office hours
Participate in course/laboratory revisions and curriculum development as assigned
Work with other faculty and staff to advance the program
Attend department, college and university faculty meetings
Attend convocations, commencement exercises, recruitment activities and community meetings.

Benefits

UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation package including heath, retirement, & fringe benefits for eligible employees.
Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
You may also be eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, & flex-spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options too.
Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement (after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistant program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts!
Our benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.

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