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Job Title: Open Rank Non-Tenure-Track Teaching Faculty I,12 Month Salaried (Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at The Florida A&M University-Florida State University College)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 61089
Department

The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the Florida A&M University-Florida State University College of Engineering is pleased to invite applications from highly qualified individuals for teaching faculty positions in the field of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering in Tallahassee, Florida.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate is expected to have a strong commitment to teaching excellence in undergraduate and graduate courses and participate in college and professional service.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess an earned Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a closely related discipline, demonstrate the ability to teach large classes, and have a strong interest in using technology in engineering education.

Other Information

The MAE Department currently has about 36 faculty, 150+ graduate students, ~800 undergraduate students, and annual research expenditures exceeding $27M. A new graduate program in Aerospace Engineering will start 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 (https://inspire.fsu.edu/). We expect that the candidate will collaborate with our existing Florida Center for Advanced Aero-Propulsion (FCAAP), 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 our websites at https://www.eng.famu.fsu.edu/ma.

Helpful

This position is at Teaching Faculty-I, but well-qualified candidates will be considered at a higher rank.

We are interested in candidates whose background is in Mechanical & Aerospace engineering in fields including but not limited to Thermodynamics, Fluid Dynamics, Aerospace Propulsion, Aerospace Structures, and Capstone design projects. Other areas of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering will also be considered, particularly if they complement existing department strengths.

Contact Info

Any questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Simone Hruda, Search Committee Chairperson, [email protected]

University Information

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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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. If qualified and interested in the position, applicants should apply online and upload the following documents:

• A cover letter
• A full curriculum vitae
• A 2-page teaching statement. This statement should clearly indicate how the proposed teaching plan will connect with existing courses in the department and universities.
• A 1-page research statement (optional)
• Two selected publications for review (optional)
• The names and contact information of four potential references

Application review will begin on October 1, 2025. Acceptance and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The appointment is anticipated to begin in January 2026

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.