University of Massachusetts Amherst · 3 months ago
Assistant Professor (TT) Mechanical and Industrial Engineering - Additive Manufacturing.
Amherst, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$79K/yr - $128K/yrThe University of Massachusetts Amherst is a leading public research university committed to educational access and innovation. They are seeking an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, specializing in additive manufacturing, to contribute to research, teaching, and mentoring in this rapidly evolving field.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in research and student mentoring
Teach existing graduate and undergraduate courses in Mechanical Engineering
Develop innovative new curricula in their areas of interest or across disciplines
Maintain an internationally recognized scholarly presence
Collaborate in interdisciplinary research teams
Effectively mentor graduate students and postdoctoral fellows
Qualification
Required
Earned a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related fields at the time of appointment
Demonstrate potential for scholarly excellence and for developing an externally funded research program
Maintain an internationally recognized scholarly presence
Collaborate in interdisciplinary research teams
Effectively mentor graduate students and postdoctoral fellows
Able to teach existing undergraduate and graduate courses in mechanical engineering, specifically, courses in Manufacturing and Materials Engineering
Develop courses in their area of expertise
Preferred
Expertise in additive manufacturing at various scales, including the development, characterization and employment of advanced materials such as alloys, ceramics, and multi-material systems
Experience with applications in biomedical, aerospace, and energy systems
Scholars working across disciplines or in emerging areas of additive manufacturing and related process innovation
Company
University of Massachusetts Amherst
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research university offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs.
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