The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at North Carolina State University is inviting applications for multiple tenure and professional track faculty positions.

1. Applied AI/ML - Open Rank - Assistant/Associate/Professor

MAE at NC State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the College of Engineering. We seek innovative scholars whose work advances the applications of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in mechanical and/or aerospace engineering, and who are eager to contribute to a thriving, research-intensive community.

Key Research Areas of Interest Include (but are not limited to):

• AI/ML-based autonomy and control systems
• Physical reservoir computing and embodied intelligence
• Digital twinning using AI/ML, including physics-informed and multi-modal approaches
• Novel experimental techniques leveraging AI/ML
• AI/ML-enabled state awareness and system diagnostics
• AI/ML-driven design methodologies
• AI-enabled autonomous manufacturing systems

Apply here: jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/224992

2. Robotics and Automation - Open Rank - Assistant/Associate/Professor

MAE invites applications from dynamic researchers and educators committed to advancing technologies that improve lives and strengthen industry partnerships across the Research Triangle and beyond. In this role you will, contribute significantly to the department’s mission through a balanced portfolio of research, teaching, and service.

Key responsibilities include:

Research Leadership:

• Develop and maintain a nationally recognized, externally funded research program in robotics and automation. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
  • Autonomous systems and intelligent robotics
  • Soft and bio-inspired robotics
  • Wearable and assistive robotics for healthcare
  • Human–robot interaction and collaborative robotics
  • Robotic manipulation and locomotion
  • Mechatronics, sensing, and control
  • Manufacturing robotics and systems integration
  • AI and machine learning applications in robotics

Teaching Excellence:

• Deliver high-quality instruction in mechanical and/or aerospace engineering courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Engage students through innovative teaching methods and contribute to curriculum development.

Academic Service:

• Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities. This includes committee work, student advising, and contributing to the academic community through outreach and collaboration.
• Mentorship and Leadership (for Associate or Full Professor candidates):
• Provide mentorship to junior faculty and graduate students. Demonstrate leadership within the department and contribute to its strategic growth in robotics and automation.

Collaboration and Engagement:

• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations within NC State and with external partners, including those in Research Triangle Park and neighboring institutions such as UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University.

Apply here: jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/224731

3. Open Rank - Teaching Assistant/Associate/Professor

MAE at NC State University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month Teaching Faculty position at open-rank levels (Assistant, Associate, or Full Teaching Professor). Appointments at the Associate or Full Teaching Professor levels will be considered for exceptional candidates. These are permanent, non-tenure-track positions with full university benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

Course Instruction

• Teach undergraduate courses in core areas of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering courses, which may include:
  • Engineering mechanics (statics, dynamics, strength of materials)
  • Thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer
  • Mechanical design and manufacturing
  • Systems dynamics and controls

Curriculum Development

• Collaborate with faculty to develop, revise, and improve course content, instructional materials, and laboratory experiences to enhance student learning and program outcomes.

Student Engagement

• Provide academic advising, mentorship, and career guidance to students. Engage in activities that promote student success and retention.

Instructional Innovation

• Incorporate active learning strategies, modern pedagogical tools, and technology-enhanced instruction. Participate in departmental and university-wide teaching initiatives.

Service and Collaboration

• Contribute to departmental service, including committee participation, outreach, and recruitment efforts. Collaborate with colleagues across the department, college, and university to support the educational mission.

Professional Development

• Stay current with developments in engineering education and participate in professional development opportunities related to teaching, learning, and pedagogical research.

If you are a passionate educator who is committed to excellence in teaching and student engagement, we encourage you to apply.

Apply here: jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/224916