Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering

Department: Engineering, Engineering Technology, Interior Architecture, and Surveying – 22450

Job Category: Faculty

Job Summary

The Department of Engineering, Engineering Technology and Surveying at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) seeks to hire a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering starting August 15, 2025. This is a 9-month faculty position located in Johnson City, TN.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in mechanical and general engineering, including topics such as statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, machine design, and more. They will also teach courses for the Engineering Technology program and support the General Engineering (BSE) and Engineering Technology programs through activities like ABET accreditation, senior design projects, and advising student organizations. Maintaining an active research program to attract external funding is expected.

In addition to teaching responsibilities, the role includes engaging in student advising, recruitment events, and department/university service.

ETSU is a comprehensive teaching and research university with an enrollment of approximately 15,000 students. Set in the scenic foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Johnson City is a progressive town of more than 75,000 that draws from a population of over 500,000. The area offers award-winning public school systems, no state income tax, and a family-friendly environment for the outdoor enthusiast with four distinct seasons. The rich history of the region is woven into the area’s recreation, community, and lifestyle, giving the area the feeling of a home away from home.

The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to University facilities and services, and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information. https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to inspire and motivate students using hands-on, applied, and experiential learning.
• Knowledge of student-centered and innovative instructional strategies including online teaching experience.
• Ability to effectively and respectfully work, communicate, and collaborate in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings.
• A strong commitment to undergraduate engineering education.

Required Qualifications

• The candidate must have either a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related field) by the hire date or a M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 10 years of relevant industrial experience to be considered.
• Successful record of research and applied scholarly activities.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates who have proven track records of Industrial and/or teaching experience.
• A robust track record of publication and extramurally funded research.
• P.E. licensure is also a preferred qualification.

Salary: $90,000.00

Posting Number: F00866P

Special Instructions to Applicants

To Apply

Initial review of applications will begin on December 15, 2024. To apply, upload the following elements to your application:

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
4. Statement of Research Interests
5. A list of three references with contact information

For additional information, please contact Mohammad Moin Uddin, Search Committee Chair, at uddinm@etsu.edu