Assistant Professor - 9 MONTH SEET

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Department: School of Engineering and Engineering Technology

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https://ualr.edu/engineering

Summary of Job Duties The University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Donaghey College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mechanical Engineering in the School of Engineering and Engineering Technology beginning January 2026 or until filled. The successful candidate will develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses and laboratories in the Mechanical Engineering. The successful candidate may be required to teach in the Mechanical Engineering Technology program. This includes a teaching load of 9 instructional units each semester.

Additional information about the Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology programs can be viewed at the website,

https://ualr.edu/engineering/ . This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications Required Education and/or Experience:

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline (Degree must be from an accredited university). ABD may be considered;

BS in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering;

Demonstrated strong English communication skills.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

Prior teaching engineering courses;

Experience in teaching in a hybrid or on-line environment;

Expertise in engineering software, such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Ansys, MATLAB;

Post-doctoral or industrial experience;

Experience in the use of Artificial Intelligence in research is preferred.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Mechanical Engineering and advanced graduate courses in their research areas;

Teach courses in areas of Robotics, Mechatronics, Acoustics, Vibrations, Statics, Dynamics;

Machine Design, Solid Modeling, and Mechanical Engineering labs;

Teaching assignments may require teaching day and/or evening classes as needed;

Advise undergraduate and graduate students;

Supervise graduate research projects;

Establish and maintain an externally funded research program that includes the support of graduate and undergraduate students;

Be actively engaged in research and professional development - Professional activities include participating in professional meetings and workshops and establishing appropriate relationships with industry;

Serve on program, school, college, and university committees and engage in other service and research activities;

Publish scholarly articles in conference proceedings and technical journals;

Assist with activities related to ABET accreditation activities in the school for the Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology programs;

Participation in outreach activities;

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to develop and teach courses and laboratories in Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology;

Demonstrated strong English verbal and written communication skills;

Ability to collaborate with existing faculty.

Additional Information Salary Information:

$86,000

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants: All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Recruitment Contact Information Srikanth Pidugu Director of the School of Engineering & Engineering Technology sbpidugu@ualr.edu

Pre-employment Screening Requirements Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Physical Activity Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Talking Frequent Physical Activity: Sitting, Standing, Walking Occasional Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Benefits Eligible Yes

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