Sign InCreate ProfileEnglish (US)Assistant Professor - Mechanical EngineeringDetroit, MI, United States|req3586Posted on: 9/1/2026 Back to SearchAssistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit,
Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society. Essential functions (job duties): The Mechanical Engineering Department at Wayne State University invites candidates to apply for a
tenure-track faculty position. We expect to make the appointment at the Assistant Professor level, but will consider senior-level candidates with a strong track record of major external funding and peer-reviewed publications.Duties involve teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, introducing new courses in the applicant’s respective field of expertise, developing a strong record of peer-reviewed journal
publications, establishing an impactful and sustainable externally funded research program, supervising and mentoring both graduate and undergraduate students, and engaging in professional societies and university services. Qualifications: Applicants must hold a doctorate in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a closely related field, with expertise in one or more of the following areas:Artificial
intelligence, autonomous systems, and connected mobility applied to the modeling, design, control, testing, and operation of mechanical and physical mobility systems.Advanced materials and manufacturing encompassing the implementation of artificial intelligence and machine learning in design and manufacturing, materials informatics and big data design, smart manufacturing, characterization and processing of
materials, scalable and adaptable manufacturing processes.Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) technology, advanced propulsion technologies, including electric and hybrid systems, unmanned systems flight dynamics, control and autonomy, energy storage solutions to increase range and efficiency for electric VTOL aircraft.The anticipated starting date of employment is August 18, 2027. This position is a 9-month
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