Professor

North Carolina State University•Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at North Carolina State University (Raleigh, NC) is the largest in the state and among the largest and most prominent in the nation. The department offers Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Science (MS) and Doctor of Philosophy(PhD) degrees in both Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Aerospace Engineering (AE). The department also offers an accelerated BS/MS degrees in both mechanical engineering and aerospace engineering. The strengths of the department include the thermal sciences, particularly thermal fluids, fluid mechanics, and combustion; mechanical sciences, including manufacturing mechanics, structural dynamics, materials, and controls; and the aerospace sciences, particularly aerodynamics, aircraft design, hypersonics, propulsion, flight research using UAVs, and computational fluid dynamics. The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering has an enrollment of approximately 1000 undergraduate students, 400 graduate students, and highly recognized faculty. Our vision is to place NC State University at the forefront of mechanical and aerospace engineering education, research and outreach programs. For more information, please visit http://www.mae.ncsu.edu. The Department invites applications from dynamic researchers and educators committed to advancing technologies that improve lives and strengthen industry partnerships across the Research Triangle and beyond. In this role you will, contribute significantly to the department's mission through a balanced portfolio of research, teaching, and service.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, completed before the start date.
Demonstrated excellence and potential in research, teaching, and service.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated track record of scholarship, a creative vision for research, an active interest in engineering education, and strong communication skills.
For applications at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, an emphasis will be placed on the strength and caliber of the candidate's existing research program and their ability to provide mentorship and leadership within an enthusiastic and rapidly growing department.

Responsibilities

Research Leadership: Develop and maintain a nationally recognized, externally funded research program in robotics and automation. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: Autonomous systems and intelligent robotics
Soft and bio-inspired robotics
Wearable and assistive robotics for healthcare
Human-robot interaction and collaborative robotics
Robotic manipulation and locomotion
Mechatronics, sensing, and control
Manufacturing robotics and systems integration
AI and machine learning applications in robotics
Deliver high-quality instruction in mechanical and/or aerospace engineering courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Engage students through innovative teaching methods and contribute to curriculum development.
Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities. This includes committee work, student advising, and contributing to the academic community through outreach and collaboration.
Provide mentorship to junior faculty and graduate students. Demonstrate leadership within the department and contribute to its strategic growth in robotics and automation.
Foster interdisciplinary collaborations within NC State and with external partners, including those in Research Triangle Park and neighboring institutions such as UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University.