Open Rank Professor. 9 Month Salaried (Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Florida A&M University – Florida State University College of Engineering)

The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the Florida A&M University-Florida State University College of Engineering

The successful candidate is expected to establish and maintain a robust externally funded research program, have a strong commitment to teaching excellence in undergraduate and graduate courses, and participate in college and professional service.

Candidates must possess an earned Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a closely related discipline, demonstrate the ability to create and sustain an internationally recognized research program in their field of expertise, and have a strong interest in engineering education.

The FAMU-FSU College of Engineering is the nexus of two major public universities, each with a distinct mission but focused on world-class engineering education and research. Created by the Florida Legislature in 1982, the joint organization is the College of Engineering for both Florida A&M and Florida State universities. This unique combination of focus, resources, and mission from our parent university has created on our campus a truly innovative atmosphere that leverages the benefits of the traditional HBCU model with the innovations of an R-1 public research university. After completing the prerequisites at their home university, FAMU and FSU students learn, study, and research together at our independent campus, with jointly appointed faculty and staff. Students graduate from their enrolling university and from the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering. Both FAMU and FSU are part of the State University System of Florida and are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Additionally, all seven of the college’s eligible undergraduate degree programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. 

The MAE Department currently has about 36 faculty, 150+ graduate students, ~800 undergraduate students, and annual research expenditures exceeding $36M. A new graduate program in Aerospace Engineering started in the fall of 2025 within the Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Department. Additional investments in aerospace include over $100M investments in our Panama City, FL campus Inspire. We expect that the candidate would join our existing Florida Center for Advanced Aero-Propulsion (FCAAP), and outstanding opportunities exist for collaboration with a number of additional centers of excellence including: the High Performance Materials Institute (HPMI), the Center for Intelligent Systems, Control, and Robotics (CISCOR), and the Aerospace, Mechatronics and Energy Center (AME). Potential applicants seeking more information are encouraged to visit Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering.

 Any questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Chiang Shih, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected].

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita and include:

• A cover letter
• A full curriculum vitae
• A 2-page research statement. This statement should clearly indicate how the proposed research efforts will connect to other efforts in the department and universities.
• A 1-page teaching statement
• No more than four selected publications for review
• The names and contact information of four potential references

The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering is pleased to invite applications from highly qualified individuals for tenure-track faculty positions in the field of Aerospace (Propulsion, Structures, and Space Guidance, Navigation, and Controls) in Tallahassee, Florida. This position is at the assistant level, but well-qualified candidates will be considered at a higher rank.

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

 The appointment is anticipated to begin in August 2027. Application review will begin on September 1, 2026. Acceptance and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.