Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure System

Working/Functional Title

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Tenure System

Position Summary

The College of Engineering at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for multiple tenure-system faculty positions in the Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME). We encourage applications for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor and will consider exceptional candidates for appointment at the rank of Associate or (Full) Professor.

Candidates must have an earned PhD in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline at the time of appointment, with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2025. Successful candidates will be expected to develop a sustainable, externally funded, and internationally recognized research program; contribute significantly to their discipline through scholarly work; demonstrate effective teaching and mentorship of both undergraduate and graduate students; participate in institutional and professional service; and support the university’s mission in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates are encouraged to discuss how their research could have an impact and complement the existing strengths within the department.

Other qualifications include strong leadership and interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, an ability to work in a collaborative research environment, and a commitment to promoting and embracing diversity. Joint appointments with other engineering departments are possible, considering existing strengths and capabilities and the candidate’s preferences. Successful candidates will be appointed to an academic-year position in the tenure system, with tenure, if appropriate. Successful candidates are expected to elevate the reputation of MSU through their professional activities.  Those who conduct research that enhances or is related to aspects of inclusion and equity are of high interest.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Mechanical Engineering

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must have an earned PhD in Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline

Desired Qualifications

Other qualifications include strong leadership and interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, an ability to work in a collaborative research environment, and a commitment to promoting and embracing diversity.

Required Application Materials

The application must include the following materials:

1. A detailed CV
2. A cover letter summarizing your qualifications
3. A one-page teaching vision statement
4. A one-page research vision statement
5. A one-page diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) vision statement, which should include:
• Your awareness and education in DEI
• Examples of your work in DEI
• Assessment and outcomes of your DEI work
• Demonstrated impact of your efforts
6. Names and contact information for at least three professional references

In your application, please describe the potential impact of your work and how it aligns with the existing strengths of the Department, College, or other programs at MSU.

Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin on 12/1/2024, and continue until the position is filled.  Data indicates a paucity of underrepresented minorities and women faculty in Mechanical Engineering (ME); individuals from these groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Questions about this position are welcome and should be directed to the search committee chair by email at mefacsearch@egr.msu.edu.

Review of Applications Begins On

12/01/2024

Website

https://engineering.msu.edu/about/departments/me

Department Statement

The Department of Mechanical Engineering comprises 41 tenure-system faculty, six teaching faculty, and approximately 150 graduate and 1400 undergraduate students. We offer a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Mechanics, and an online M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. Our faculty conduct cutting-edge interdisciplinary research in four broad areas--Biomechanics, Dynamic Systems and Controls, Fluid-Thermal Science and Engineering, and Solid Mechanics, Design and Manufacturing--with collaborators across the Colleges of Engineering, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Education, Human Medicine, Natural Sciences, and Veterinary Medicine, as well as the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams.  

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.