Tulane University Looking for Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering, Physics and Engineering Physics Full Time

Location

New Orleans,
LA

Open Date

Sep 15,
2023

Description

Mechanical Engineering Tenure-Track Faculty
Position at Tulane

Tulane University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in mechanical engineering.
Our department is pursuing interdisciplinary excellence through integrating physics and core engineering disciplines. We seek to
substantially grow our mechanical engineering program in coming years, including the launch of a minor in Mechanical Engineering alongside
our established Engineering Physics undergraduate major and Materials Physics & Engineering PhD program. As a member of the Association of
American Universities (AAU), Tulane is committed to research and education at the highest levels. We are also searching for a Professor of
Practice teaching faculty position this year.

For the tenure track position, preference will be given to applicants with a strong
record of experimental mechanical engineering research in areas such as, but not limited to: energy, manufacturing, materials, mechanics,
and robotics. We prioritize interdisciplinary research and teaching with other faculty in our School of Science and Engineering, as well as
other Schools at Tulane. The new faculty member will have the opportunity to participate in the expansion of core user facilities in the new
Paul Hall, including a new Tulane Micro/Nanofabrication Facility. Applicants must have  a doctorate in mechanical engineering or a related
field, postdoctoral or comparable experience, demonstrated success in research, and a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentorship.
The position will include a competitive salary and startup package. Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, a research plan, a
statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. 

For full consideration applications should be
received by January 5, 2024. Further information can be found at sse.tulane.edu/pep. Tulane is
committed to diversity – women and under-represented minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Tulane is committed to providing a family
friendly workplace. Inquiries can be directed to Prof. Matthew Escarra at [email protected].

 Tulane is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer. 

Qualifications

Applicants must have  a doctorate in
mechanical engineering or a related field, postdoctoral or comparable experience, demonstrated success in research, and a commitment to
excellence in teaching and mentorship.

Application
Instructions

For full consideration applications should be received by January 5, 2024.

Applicants
should submit a cover letter, CV, a research plan, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. 

Further information can be found at sse.tulane.edu/pep. 

Inquiries can be directed to
Prof. Matthew Escarra at [email protected].