Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering (Tenure-track)
The Department of Computer Science, Engineering, and Mathematics at the University of South Carolina Aiken seeks applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering to begin on August 16, 2025. Our rapidly growing department offers B.S. programs in Mechanical Engineering and Process Engineering.
Applicants must have a doctorate in mechanical engineering or a related field. ABD will be considered with degree conferred by August 16, 2025. Expertise in mechanics and material sciences is essential, along with strong potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate level using engaged learning strategies appropriate to the discipline and level (normal teaching load is 12 hours per semester). Strong applicants who can convincingly demonstrate that they will complete the degree in time (e.g., by documenting a scheduled defense) will also be considered. Successful candidates must have the qualifications and interests in teaching a wide range of mechanical engineering courses and will be expected to develop an active research program that includes mentoring of undergraduate research projects in lab and community settings. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
USC Aiken continues to diversify its faculty ranks to resemble our student population more closely, approximately 40% of whom are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups. USC Aiken is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, transgender status, genetics, or protected veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
Review of applications will begin December 16, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Apply online at: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/178865 and upload the following with their online application: a cover letter, current CV, teaching philosophy, research statement, unofficial graduate transcripts, and full contact information of three professional references. Finalists will be required to provide official undergraduate and graduate transcripts, as well as three signed letters of recommendation. Search related questions may be directed to Dr. Bethany Fralick (bethanyf@usca.edu), Search Committee Chair.
The Department of Computer Science, Engineering, and Mathematics is home to 22 full-time faculty members and over 600 undergraduate majors. In addition to a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, we offer BS degrees in process engineering. To learn more about our department and university, visit: https://www.usca.edu/academics/departments/sciences-engineering/computer-science-engineering-mathematics/.
The University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA), a public comprehensive university in the University of South Carolina system, offers undergraduate and master’s degrees to more than 4000 students in 60 programs of study. USCA has ranked as one of the best public schools in the South by U.S. News & World Report for the 26th year in a row. Additionally, USCA was recognized for being a Best College for Veterans and a Top Performer in Social Mobility. USCA is South Carolina’s COPLAC institution providing a unique and strong liberal arts core within our degree offerings. We boast students from 35 states and 32 countries. USCA has ten NCAA Division II Athletic programs. For more information about USC Aiken, visit www.usca.edu.
Situated on 450 acres, USCA is located thirty minutes from Augusta, GA (home of the Masters Tournament and Fort Eisenhower, new home of US Army Cyber Command), one hour from Columbia, SC, and within three hours of Charleston, SC, coastal beaches, and the Appalachian Mountains. Aiken is noted for its famous thoroughbred horses, numerous parks and golf courses, wonderful weather, spacious avenues, and historic homes.
