Position Function:
The Michael W. Hall School of Mechanical Engineering in the Bagley College of Engineering at Mississippi State University invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the ranks of Assistant or Associate Professor. Successful candidates will be expected to develop nationally and internationally recognized, externally funded research programs in areas including, but not limited to: development of design methodologies to improve performance of various materials including steel alloys, aluminum alloys, copper alloys, etc. through theoretical and experimental study to provide a fundamental understanding of roles of alloying elements, manufacturing processes, materials structures, and mechanical properties to the performance of those materials of interest. The position holder must have the ability to work independently, publish in archival journals, write research proposals, and present in a public forum. Preferred candidates should show a track record in nationally recognized research and innovation toward transformative technologies, applications, and partnerships with industries.
Salary Grade: UC
For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
Mississippi State University is an R1 institution with very high research activity. The Michael W. Hall School of Mechanical Engineering is one of eight academic departments in the Bagley College of Engineering. The Mechanical Engineering School’s faculty research expenditure is approximately $15.2M annually for 20 tenure/tenure-track faculty. The Mechanical Engineering School offers an ABET-accredited undergraduate program in mechanical engineering, as well as graduate studies leading to M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. The Mechanical Engineering School has over 1,000 undergraduate and 100 graduate students and has the largest student enrollment within the Bagley College of Engineering and 2nd/3rd largest within Mississippi State University.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
August 16, 2025
Tenure Track Status:
Tenure-Track
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1.It is expected that the successful candidate will have the desire and ability to teach courses at the undergraduate level as well as courses at the graduate level related to the candidate's areas of research.
2.Pursue research support including submission of proposals and contact with private and public funding sponsors. Preferred candidates should show a track record in pursuing innovative technology creation research toward economically viable products and partnerships with industries and the NSF Technology Innovation Partnership (TIP) program.
3.The candidate is expected to recruit and mentor graduate students, preferably at the Ph.D. level.
4.The candidate is expected to have a strong collaboration with other departmental faculty, perform multidisciplinary research, and develop a funded research program.
5.Publish the results of personal and sponsored research in archival journals refereed by their peers. Preferred candidates should show an ability to protect and publish innovative products through patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other forms of intellectual property.
6.The preferred candidate should show an ability to submit proposals to the new NSF Technology Innovation Partnership (TIP) by composing industry consortium in their areas of expertise.
7.Serve as an active member of the technical community and participate in relevant professional and technical society activities.
8.Provide leadership and service for the Department, College, and University.
9.Pursue scholarly and professional activities that will keep the candidate at the leading edge of their field.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, materials science, metallurgical engineering, or a very closely aligned field. Candidates are expected to have demonstrated the ability to conduct research and technology implementations at the highest level and to have a record of, or the promise for, outstanding teaching and supervision of students.
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates should demonstrate existing success in teaching, research, and service at a US academic institution, national or defense laboratory or private industry with relevant management experience.
Proven experience with commercialization of technologies developed at academic institutions, national or defense laboratories or private industry.
Perform theory development, especially in computational and experimental materials science and solid mechanics relevant to metallic systems.
Assist the development of multi-scale material models in plasticity and conduct material scale bridging simulations from dislocation to crystal scales focusing on structure-property relations.
Work with sponsors and collaborators to identify opportunities and develop research plans related to steel, aluminum, copper alloy systems design and process optimization.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Proven experience with commercialization of technologies developed at academic institutions, national or defense laboratories or private industry.
Perform theory development, especially in computational and experimental materials science and solid mechanics relevant to metallic systems.
Assist the development of multi-scale material models in plasticity and conduct material scale bridging simulations from dislocation to crystal scales focusing on structure-property relations.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
No unusual physical requirements. Requires no heavy lifting, and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.
Instructions for Applying:
Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu by submitting a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and names with complete contact information for at least three professional references. Any social numbers included on requested documents should be redacted prior to submitting online.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
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