Assistant/Associate Professor

Assistant/Associate Professor

The Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering (MME) at Wright State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027. We seek an accomplished, collaborative, and innovative candidate with expertise in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering, with a focus on dynamic systems. The successful candidate will support the department's mission by contributing to the growth of its aerospace engineering curriculum and research activities, particularly in the area of dynamic systems. Responsibilities include developing a funded research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring students, and providing service to the department, college, university, and profession.

Minimum Qualifications - • Earned Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related discipline by the anticipated start date of August 1, 2027. • Evidence of strong scholarly potential (Assistant Professor) or a strong record of research and teaching excellence (Associate Professor). • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain all installation, facility, research, and security access permissions necessary to perform the duties of the position, including access to Wright Patterson Air Force Base and collaboration with AFRL personnel. • Demonstrated commitment to student mentoring and collaborative research. • Ability to contribute effectively to undergraduate and graduate instruction, particularly in aerospace systems, dynamics, and related areas.

Preferred Qualifications - • Experience with, or a demonstrated interest in, research collaborations involving Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), and regional aerospace industry partners. • Expertise in one or more areas related to dynamic systems, including mechanical dynamics, flight dynamics, aerodynamics, controls, or related fields.

Essential Functions and percent of time: - 55% Teaching:• Develop and maintain course materials. • Coordinate and manage assigned courses. • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses. • Assess and evaluate student performance. • Maintain regular office hours and provide academic support. • Foster student engagement and success. • Mentor senior design and capstone project students. • Advise and supervise graduate students. • Perform all instructional and mentoring responsibilities necessary to promote student achievement and learning outcomes. 30% Research:• Develop and sustain a nationally competitive, externally funded research program. • Prepare and submit research proposals, technical reports, and other funding-related documents. • Secure funding to support research activities, including graduate student support. • Publish scholarly work in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings. • Establish a research program with national and international visibility. 15% Service:• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees. • Contribute to the profession through service activities such as reviewing manuscripts and research proposals. • Demonstrate leadership and active participation in relevant professional societies and organizations.

Working Conditions - Normal university offices, classrooms, and laboratories with some travel to conferences and funding agencies. To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Date - 10/15/2026

First Consideration Date: - 12/01/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled - Yes

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. References
4. Copies of Transcripts
5. Research Statement
6. Teaching Statement