University of Minnesota: Assistant Professor: Manufacturing, Materials, or Mechanics

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor in manufacturing, materials or mechanics. The new hire should complement current expertise and grow collaborations across the department and university. The person will also be considered for a graduate appointment in Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, but this is not a joint appointment. It suits a mechanical engineer with a strong research plan.

What you'll do

• Conduct vigorous, innovative research in manufacturing, materials or mechanics
• Teach graduate and undergraduate mechanical engineering courses to a diverse group of students
• Strengthen the department's mission through research and teaching

Who can apply

• An earned PhD or equivalent in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline by the date of appointment
• Ability to teach graduate and undergraduate students effectively
• Letters from three or more references

How to apply

Submit a cover letter, current CV, three-page research statement, two-page teaching and diversity statement, and three or more reference letters at z.umn.edu/MEfacultysearch26. Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Applications received before November 1, 2026 get full consideration.

Official page: z.umn.edu/MEfacultysearch26