Job Information
Texas State University Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering (Control Sys/Robotics)) in San Marcos, Texas
Posting Information
Position TitleAssistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering (Control Sys/Robotics))
Job Posting Number2025029TTL
Job LocationSan Marcos
DepartmentIngram School of Engineering
Position Description
TheIngram School of Engineering (https://www.engineering.txstate.edu/) of Texas State University has launched a newMechanical Engineering program (https://www.engineering.txstate.edu/programs/mechanical.html) 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 tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin Fall 2025. Only candidates with substantial expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Twins with a strong background in control systems and robotics or thermal-fluid sciences will be considered. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an externally funded research program in their areas of expertise, exhibit a strong commitment to student-centered teaching and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels, participate in curriculum and program development, and perform university and professional service.
This position is subject to the availability of funds.
Required Qualifications
An earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a very closely related discipline.
Academic and research background in the field of control systems and robotics or in the field of thermal-fluids sciences.
Expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Twins.
Research competence evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings related to AI and Digital Twins and in the field of control systems and robotics or the field of thermal-fluids sciences.
Demonstrated excellence in communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Postdoctoral and/or industrial experience.
Record of teaching experience.
An ability to work collaboratively with faculty across multiple departments and programs.
Knowledge about ABET accreditation procedures and deliverables.
Demonstrated experience writing and securing grants and contracts.
Experience applying AI or Digital Twins to semiconductor manufacturing.
Application Procedures
Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered,https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50205
To assure full consideration, applications must be submitted by January 15, 2025.
The following documentation must be included in the application.
1) Cover letter that clearly addresses each of the required and each of the preferred qualifications for that position. Failure to provide in the cover letter the requested information may result in the application being considered incomplete.
2) Curriculum vitae including
a) Academic background
b) List of post-doctoral and/or professional employments
c) List of published and/or submitted peer-reviewed articles
d) List of authored, funded research proposals, with funding amount and funding agency
e) List of courses taught as Instructor of Record or under another role
3) Statements of current and future research interests
4) Statements of teaching philosophy and interests
5) Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.
Proposed Start DateFall 2025
Posting Date10/21/2024
Review Date01/15/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled?Yes
EEO/AA Statement
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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 fromTalent Acquisition (https://www.hr.txst.edu/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 verification including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verification, reference checks, and employment eligibility verification.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
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 population of diverse students 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 and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.
Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50205
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