Assistant/Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Texarkana, TX

Full time

R-098630

Job Title

Assistant/Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

College of Engineering and Computing - Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The College of Engineering and Computing at Texas A&M University Texarkana, invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position in Mechanical Engineering at the rank of Assistant/ Associate Professor, with an anticipated start date in Spring or Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will teach and develop undergraduate and graduate mechanical engineering courses, support student success through teaching, mentoring, and advising; collaborate with colleagues across the college; and contribute to excellence in teaching, scholarship, service, and the advancement of departmental and college strategic goals.

Consistent with the University's R2 research aspirations, the successful candidate will establish a productive research program, pursue external funding, disseminate scholarly work, and engage students in research. The position offers significant opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, graduate education, industry partnerships, and sponsored research. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with a commitment to a student-centered learning environment, are essential.

Working closely with college leadership and faculty colleagues, the successful candidate will help implement and continuously improve the 126-credit-hour mechanical engineering curriculum, develop teaching and research laboratories, participate in ABET assessment and accreditation activities, and build partnerships with industry and research organizations. The faculty member will help create a dynamic learning environment that provides students with hands-on experiences through laboratories, undergraduate research, design projects, industry-sponsored projects, internships, and other experiential learning opportunities, while supporting the continued growth of the program, the college, and the university.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish an active scholarly program involving peer-reviewed publications, external funding, and meaningful research appropriate to the rank.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate mechanical engineering courses, laboratories, and selected interdisciplinary engineering courses.

• Develop courses, laboratory experiences, and instructional materials supporting the 126-credit-hour curriculum.

• Assess student learning and use results to improve courses and program effectiveness.

• Advise and mentor students on academic, research, professional, and career matters.

• Contribute to curriculum development, ABET preparation, continuous improvement, and accreditation.

• Lead or support the development, safe operation, and improvement of mechanical engineering teaching and research laboratories.

• Serve on division, college, and university committees.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

• An earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

• A record of, or demonstrated potential for, effective teaching in mechanical engineering courses and laboratories.

• A record of, or demonstrated potential for, scholarly publication, and external funding appropriate to the rank sought.

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.

• For appointment at the Associate Professor rank, a record of teaching, scholarship, and service that meets Texas A&M University Texarkana standards for appointment at that rank. Normally, this includes at least five years of successful service at the Assistant Professor rank or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to teach across the mechanical engineering curriculum,

• Familiarity with ABET accreditation, outcomes-based assessment, and continuous program improvement.

• Experience in grant writing, securing external funding, or directing applied research and industry-supported projects.

• Evidence of the ability to engage undergraduate students in research, design, and industry-sponsored projects and to mentor students

• Professional Engineering (PE) licensure or eligibility to obtain the PE license.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a growing college.

Other Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the United States at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.

• Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

Applicants should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter describing the candidate’s interest in the position and alignment with the mission of the University and College.

• Curriculum vitae.

• Teaching statement that includes the candidate’s teaching philosophy, courses, and laboratories the candidate is prepared to teach or develop, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.

• Statement of research interests and plans, including opportunities to engage undergraduate students.

• Unofficial graduate transcript.

• Contact information for three professional references with at least one being from a previous/current supervisor.

For applicants with degrees from non-U.S. institutions, transcripts and academic records must be evaluated on a course-by-course basis by WES or another NACES-approved agency as part of the application. If documents are not in English, notarized English translations are required. Applicants are responsible for all evaluation and translation/notarization costs.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact [email protected] .

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Texas A&M University-Texarkana is a comprehensive, regional four-year university nestled on a beautiful 375-acre, lake-front campus located in the piney woods of east Texas near the borders of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. A&M-Texarkana is an ascendant university that offers students an exceptional educational experience both inside and outside the classroom. A&M-Texarkana offers dozens of academic programs in high demand fields and consistently works with business and industry partners to implement new programs and degrees that meet the needs of the modern job market and prepare graduates for workplace success in their chosen field. The university provides a high-quality education to learners of all ages by providing access to world-class professors via flexible learning experiences offered online, hybrid, or face-to-face. With more than 40 student organizations, Greek life, intramural sports, leadership programs, 17 intercollegiate sports, and volunteer organizations, all students are encouraged to Think BIG, Dream BIG, and Do BIG.

The Texas A&M University System was officially established in 1948 and has evolved into one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of 12 universities. Additionally, the A&M System provides service and education to the people of Texas and beyond through eight state agencies, Texas A&M-Fort Worth, Texas A&M-RELLIS, and the A&M System administration office.Texas A&M-Texarkana employment opportunities are updated daily and posted on this searchable website.

The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (903) 223-3113.