Assistant Professor, MIT Mechanical Engineering
MIT's Department of Mechanical Engineering seeks faculty starting July 1, 2027 or later, hired mainly at assistant professor level. The three search areas are design engineering, ocean science and engineering, and thermal and energy engineering. Duties cover original research, teaching and advising. It suits candidates who can lead research, translate it into impact and contribute to the MechE community.
What you'll do
- Develop course materials and teach mechanical engineering and related subjects
- Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels
- Advise students
- Contribute to the growth of the MechE community
Who can apply
- An earned PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related field by the start date
- Research in one of the three named areas
- Candidates with full-time industry experience and an accomplished scholarly record are encouraged to apply
- A cover letter, CV, research statement and teaching plan are required
- Four individuals must submit letters of recommendation
How to apply
Enter the application and reference letters at the MIT faculty search site. Include a cover letter, CV, a research statement of up to 3 pages, a 1-2 page teaching and mentoring plan, a 1-2 page broader impact statement and up to three publications. Early applications are encouraged and all must arrive by December 1, 2026.
Official page: school-of-engineering-faculty-search.mit.edu/meche/register.tcl