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Inside Higher Ed · 5 days ago

Tenure Track Assistant Professor - Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (MIE)

Lowell, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $127K/yr

The University of Massachusetts Lowell is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering. The role involves developing a funded research program, teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, and contributing to departmental service and inclusive excellence.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a high-quality, externally funded research program with national or international visibility

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in robotics, controls, automation, computational thinking, or core mechanical/industrial engineering subjects

Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students, including Ph.D. students

Engage in departmental, college, and university service, and contribute to professional organizations

Collaborate across disciplines and engage with industry, government, or community partners when appropriate

Qualification

Ph.D. in EngineeringRoboticsControlsAutomationMachine LearningTeaching ExperienceCurriculum DevelopmentInclusive PedagogyInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoring

Required

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment

Evidence of potential for scholarly excellence and a sustainable, externally funded research agenda in robotics, controls, automation, ML, or related areas

Demonstrated commitment and potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels

The ability to work effectively with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written