Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction in Mechanical Engineering

Position Title:Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction in Mechanical EngineeringJob Posting Number:2026071NTLJob Location:San MarcosCollege/Division:College of Science and EngineeringDepartment/School:Ingram School of EngineeringPosition Description :The Ingram School of Engineering of Texas State University has launched a new Mechanical Engineering program that incorporates Industry 4.0 tools and technologies throughout the curriculum to prepare students who can design and develop mechanical and thermal systems that are intelligent, interconnected, and integrated with the virtual world and emerging digital infrastructures. Currently, the program seeks to fill a non-tenure Faculty of Instruction line at the Assistant or Associate level to begin Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to exhibit a strong commitment to student-centered teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate level, participate in curriculum and program development, and perform university and professional service.To assure full consideration, applications must be submitted by January 4, 2026.Required Qualifications:For the Assistant Professor of Instruction rank:An earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, or a very closely related discipline.Strong academic background in one of the following four areas: solid mechanics, thermal-fluids sciences, control systems and robotics, or engineering design and manufacturing.Record of teaching experience as instructor of record in undergraduate engineering courses taught at an academic institution of higher education in the US.Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.For the Associate Professor of Instruction rank:An earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, or a very closely related discipline.Strong academic background in one of the following four areas: solid mechanics, thermal-fluids sciences, control systems and robotics, or engineering design and manufacturing.A minimum of five years of experience as a full-time faculty member teaching mechanical engineering courses at an academic institution of higher education in the US.Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.Demonstrated excellence as a teacher in the classroom, laboratory, and supervising of students.Demonstrated participation in academic service activities at the department, college, and university levels.Preferred Qualifications:For the Assistant Professor of Instruction rank:Expertise with Industry 4.0 tools and technologies.Postdoctoral and/or industrial experience.Experience mentoring undergraduate students in academic environments.Knowledge of ABET accreditation procedures and deliverables.For the Associate Professor of Instruction rank:Expertise with Industry 4.0 tools and technologies.Postdoctoral and/or industrial experience.Knowledge of ABET accreditation procedures and deliverables.Experience supervising capstone senior design projects.Demonstrated experience obtaining external funding for STEM Education related projects.Demonstrated experience developing educational materials such as formal lecture notes, case studies, and laboratory manuals.Application Procedures:Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55177.To assure full consideration, applications must be submitted by January 4, 2026.The following documentation must be included in the application:Cover letter that explicitly addresses each of the required and each of the preferred qualifications. The cover letter must indicate if the applicant wishes to be considered at the Assistant level or at the Associate level. Failure to provide in the cover letter the requested information may result in the application being considered incomplete.Curriculum vitae.Statement of teaching philosophy (one page maximum)Statement of Research interests (one page maximum).Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document).List of three academic references with their contact information.The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.Type of Position:Full-TimePosting Date:12/02/2025Review Date :01/04/2026Open Until Filled?:YesLegal Notices:Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.Reasonable Accommodation:If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible.Record Checks and Verifications:Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.Eligibility for Employment:In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.Why Work at Texas State?:Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing student population for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.Quick Link:https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55177