Organization Summary:
The Department (http://me.eng.usf.edu) has 22 faculty members and offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering. The Department faculty members have collaborations with all departments in the College of Engineering, as well as the Colleges of Medicine, Arts & Sciences, Marine Science, Education, Nursing, and Public Health. The Department also has strong ties with numerous USF centers, including the Nanotechnology Research and Education Center (http://www.nrec.usf.edu), Center for Urban Transportation Research (https://www.cutr.usf.edu), Center for Assistive Rehabilitation Robotics & Technologies (http://carrt.eng.usf.edu), Clean Energy Research Center (http://cerc.eng.usf.edu), H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center, and Global Center for Hearing and Speech Research. We are also in the process of introducing Minor Degree Program in Aerospace Engineering by Fall 2023, and Major Degree Program in Aerospace Engineering and Dual Major Program in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering by Fall 2024.
Established in 1964 and currently led by Dean Robert H. Bishop, the College of Engineering at the University of South Florida is ranked #57 among public institutions (#92 overall) by U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 engineering graduate school rankings. The college serves more than 6,600 students, offering eleven bachelor’s programs, nine are ABET-accredited, as well as 15 master’s and eight doctoral degrees. The College is actively engaged in local and global research activities with $41 million in research expenditures for the fiscal year 2020-2021. The College has 12 major research centers and institutes and is actively engaged in local and global research activities focused on sustainability, biomedical engineering, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and transportation.
The University of South Florida, a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success, generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report’s national university rankings than USF. Serving nearly 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state’s 12 public universities. USF is committed to shaping the future in a community that cherishes justice, accessibility, and meaningful participation by all its members (USF Principles of Community). USF has earned widespread national recognition for its success in graduating under-represented minority and limited-income students at rates equal to or higher than majority and higher-income students. For nearly two decades, USF has been a leader in fostering increased access for individuals from groups historically unrepresented in engineering. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.
Position Summary:
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of South Florida invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor level to begin on August 7, 2023. The position requires an earned doctorate from an accredited institution in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in scholarly research and publications, the potential for sustaining an externally funded research program, and a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Applications from all areas of aerospace and mechanical engineering are welcome, with a particular interest in candidates working on aerospace and space systems.
Assistant Professor Job ID # 32374
Minimum Qualifications:
The position requires an earned doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.
Preferred Qualifications:
The candidate should have demonstrated excellence in scholarly research and publications, the potential for sustaining an externally funded research program, and a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
Associate Professor Job ID # 32375
Minimum Qualifications:
The position requires an earned doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Associate Professor.
Preferred Qualifications:
The candidate should have demonstrated excellence in scholarly research and publications, the potential for sustaining an externally funded research program, and a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Exceptional applicants with a sustained record of externally funded research, outstanding scholarly work and publications, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and international recognition of their work will be considered for the rank of Associate Professor.
Professor Job ID # 32376
Minimum Qualifications:
The position requires an earned doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Full Professor.
Preferred Qualifications:
The candidate should have demonstrated excellence in scholarly research and publications, the potential for sustaining an externally funded research program, and a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Exceptional applicants with a sustained record of externally funded research, outstanding scholarly work and publications, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and international recognition of their work will be considered for the rank of Full Professor.
Additional Information for Applicants:
An application package should include a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae and names of at least four professional references. The cover letter should indicate the applicant’s interest in a specific rank and area of research. In addition, an application should include a statement (totaling no more than 5 pages) of the applicant’s research plans and teaching interests. Aligned with USF Principles of Community, preference will be given to applicants with commitment to teaching and mentoring students in their research groups from all backgrounds. Applicants are welcomed to include an optional expected contributions to broadening participation in engineering (BPE) or diversity statement that outlines their commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as how they will contribute to an inclusive environment as part of their teaching, research, and service. Applications will be considered starting immediately until the position is filled. Applicants must electronically submit the application packet as one PDF file.
