Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Purdue University•West Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

Job Summary The Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in mechanical engineering starting in August 2026. Qualifications Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering and have earned a doctorate degree in mechanical engineering or a closely-related area by the time of appointment. This position will require teaching and research. Successful candidates will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the area of mechanics such as but not limited to: statics, mechanics of materials, advanced strength of materials, fluid mechanics, as well as engineering fundamentals within the First-Year Engineering program. Applicants for the position are required to have a strong commitment to teaching and laboratory instruction. Candidates shall have the ability to establish and sustain an active research program in their area of expertise and to attract external funding that leads to publications in scholarly journals. Candidates are also expected to participate in service activities at the academic, professional, and/or community levels. PFW offers a competitive salary and benefits package and an excellent work environment. Fort Wayne is the second largest city in Indiana and is located within a few hours of drive time to Chicago, Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Detroit, and Indianapolis. It is a great community that boasts affordable housing and a low cost of living. Application Process Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, research plan, and the names of three references to: https://careers.purdue.edu/FW/go/FW-Staff/7719900/ Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. All candidates who are interviewed will be asked to prepare a 30-40-minute instructional student presentation. Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA employer.The position is contingent on available funding and a satisfactory background records check. Additional Information Should you have questions, please contact the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Hosni Abu-Mulaweh Purdue University Fort Wayne Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering 2101 East Coliseum Boulevard Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499 [email protected] https://www.pfw.edu/etcs/cme Apply now Posting Start Date: 11/19/25

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering
Earned a doctorate degree in mechanical engineering or a closely-related area by the time of appointment.
Strong commitment to teaching and laboratory instruction.
Ability to establish and sustain an active research program in their area of expertise
Ability to attract external funding that leads to publications in scholarly journals.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the area of mechanics such as but not limited to: statics, mechanics of materials, advanced strength of materials, fluid mechanics, as well as engineering fundamentals within the First-Year Engineering program.
Establish and sustain an active research program in their area of expertise
Attract external funding that leads to publications in scholarly journals.
Participate in service activities at the academic, professional, and/or community levels.