University of Dayton
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Post-Doc to Tenure Track Fellow
University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio, United States, 45444
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Post-Doc to Tenure Track Fellow
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Job No:
503213 Work Type:
Faculty Full Time Location:
Dayton, OH Category:
Faculty Department:
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering - 220430 Advertised:
December 10, 2025
The Position We invite applications for a postdoctoral research fellow with prior experience in high‑temperature and pressure energy systems (e.g., supercritical CO2 [sCO2]), experimentation or modeling of supercritical fluids, thermomechanical design, and/or additively manufactured components (e.g., turbomachinery, heat exchangers). This post‑doc‑to‑tenure‑track fellow opportunity is an up to two‑year postdoctoral research position that could transition to a tenure‑track faculty position at the end of the second year, per relevant policies of the hiring unit and University of Dayton; upon demonstrated success in securing externally sponsored research; high‑impact mentorship of undergraduate and graduate researchers; and development of effective, innovative teaching practices. This position is renewable annually and could begin as early as March 1, 2026.
Responsibilities include assisting externally‑funded research programs at UD related to the thermomechanical design, manufacturing, and experimental optimization of high‑temperature and pressure heat exchangers and turbomachinery. The fellow will manage a research team composed of faculty collaborators, research engineers, and graduate and undergraduate research assistants; will be directly mentored by faculty collaborators in growing a successful research and teaching program at UD; will receive an initial research space to expand existing capabilities; and will support project and laboratory management, proposal writing, and teaching. The fellow may have access to the research facilities of the High‑Speed Energy Conversion Cycles Lab (HECC) at the Air Force Research Laboratory (15 minutes from UD) and/or the Dayton Thermal Applications (DaTA) Laboratory. Additive manufacturing facilities at UD Research Institute’s Additive Manufacturing Technology Development (AMTD) Group will also be available. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is preferred for collaborating with U.S. government agencies.
The Department The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) Department offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programs. Concentrations in aerospace and energy systems are available under the Bachelor’s degree. Minors in biomechanics and robotic systems are also offered. The department currently has 800 undergraduate students, 200 graduate students, 25 full‑time faculty members, and a number of adjunct faculty. Further information: https://udayton.edu/engineering/departments/mechanical_and_aerospace/undergrad_mee/index.php.
The University of Dayton Ud is one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and one of the largest private universities in Ohio. It enrolls over 9,700 students, including nearly 7,000 full‑time undergraduates. UD is a national leader for industrial and manufacturing R&D and federally sponsored engineering R&D.
Dayton, Ohio Dayton offers low housing costs, a burgeoning downtown area, expansive metroparks, a bike share program, historic neighborhoods, and the Dayton Aviation Heritage and National Historical Park. It is an attractive place with a low cost of living, great schools, and manageable traffic. Learn more at https://www.daytoncvb.com.
University values inclusive excellence, celebrating diversity in all dimensions. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
ABD Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or related field nearing completion.
Experience in high‑temperature and pressure energy systems (e.g., sCO2), experimentation or modeling of supercritical fluids, thermomechanical design, and/or experiment or modeling of additively manufactured components.
Potential for teaching excellence using active and experiential learning pedagogies.
Commitment to promoting inclusive excellence.
Preferred Qualifications
U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.
Record of scholarly research.
Successful experience in or with high‑temperature/high‑pressure power cycles or components, sCO2 cycles, thermal processes.
High‑Performance Computing, software toolset development, additive manufacturing of metallic components.
Heat exchanger design, turbomachinery design.
Experiential and active learning strategies for student engagement.
Experience engaging socially and culturally diverse communities.
Community, university, or professional service.
Mentoring undergraduate and graduate student research.
Potential to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in thermal sciences, mechanical design, manufacturing, and/or materials science.
Potential to establish an externally‑funded research program.
Effective interpersonal communication skills.
Commitment to breadth of education, including Marianist tradition of social justice and service.
Special Instructions to Applicants A complete application includes:
Cover letter addressing all minimum requirements and any preferred qualifications met.
A 2‑page document describing a vision for developing an externally‑sponsored research program.
A 1‑2 page document describing the candidate’s vision for innovative teaching approaches and commitment to delivering courses in 1‑2 of the following areas: thermal sciences, mechanics, materials, manufacturing, and/or mechanical design.
250–500 word statement describing commitment to promoting inclusive excellence.
Reference contact information for three references.
If ABD, a letter from the advisor indicating anticipated completion date of Ph.D.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis or meet eligibility of an exchange visitor. Only an exchange visitor (J) visa can be provided; no other work sponsorship will be considered.
Application review date is January 15 and the posting will remain open until filled.
Closing Statement Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. The University is committed to affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, per the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and VERAAA 1973.
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Job No:
503213 Work Type:
Faculty Full Time Location:
Dayton, OH Category:
Faculty Department:
Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering - 220430 Advertised:
December 10, 2025
The Position We invite applications for a postdoctoral research fellow with prior experience in high‑temperature and pressure energy systems (e.g., supercritical CO2 [sCO2]), experimentation or modeling of supercritical fluids, thermomechanical design, and/or additively manufactured components (e.g., turbomachinery, heat exchangers). This post‑doc‑to‑tenure‑track fellow opportunity is an up to two‑year postdoctoral research position that could transition to a tenure‑track faculty position at the end of the second year, per relevant policies of the hiring unit and University of Dayton; upon demonstrated success in securing externally sponsored research; high‑impact mentorship of undergraduate and graduate researchers; and development of effective, innovative teaching practices. This position is renewable annually and could begin as early as March 1, 2026.
Responsibilities include assisting externally‑funded research programs at UD related to the thermomechanical design, manufacturing, and experimental optimization of high‑temperature and pressure heat exchangers and turbomachinery. The fellow will manage a research team composed of faculty collaborators, research engineers, and graduate and undergraduate research assistants; will be directly mentored by faculty collaborators in growing a successful research and teaching program at UD; will receive an initial research space to expand existing capabilities; and will support project and laboratory management, proposal writing, and teaching. The fellow may have access to the research facilities of the High‑Speed Energy Conversion Cycles Lab (HECC) at the Air Force Research Laboratory (15 minutes from UD) and/or the Dayton Thermal Applications (DaTA) Laboratory. Additive manufacturing facilities at UD Research Institute’s Additive Manufacturing Technology Development (AMTD) Group will also be available. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is preferred for collaborating with U.S. government agencies.
The Department The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) Department offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programs. Concentrations in aerospace and energy systems are available under the Bachelor’s degree. Minors in biomechanics and robotic systems are also offered. The department currently has 800 undergraduate students, 200 graduate students, 25 full‑time faculty members, and a number of adjunct faculty. Further information: https://udayton.edu/engineering/departments/mechanical_and_aerospace/undergrad_mee/index.php.
The University of Dayton Ud is one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and one of the largest private universities in Ohio. It enrolls over 9,700 students, including nearly 7,000 full‑time undergraduates. UD is a national leader for industrial and manufacturing R&D and federally sponsored engineering R&D.
Dayton, Ohio Dayton offers low housing costs, a burgeoning downtown area, expansive metroparks, a bike share program, historic neighborhoods, and the Dayton Aviation Heritage and National Historical Park. It is an attractive place with a low cost of living, great schools, and manageable traffic. Learn more at https://www.daytoncvb.com.
University values inclusive excellence, celebrating diversity in all dimensions. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
ABD Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or related field nearing completion.
Experience in high‑temperature and pressure energy systems (e.g., sCO2), experimentation or modeling of supercritical fluids, thermomechanical design, and/or experiment or modeling of additively manufactured components.
Potential for teaching excellence using active and experiential learning pedagogies.
Commitment to promoting inclusive excellence.
Preferred Qualifications
U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.
Record of scholarly research.
Successful experience in or with high‑temperature/high‑pressure power cycles or components, sCO2 cycles, thermal processes.
High‑Performance Computing, software toolset development, additive manufacturing of metallic components.
Heat exchanger design, turbomachinery design.
Experiential and active learning strategies for student engagement.
Experience engaging socially and culturally diverse communities.
Community, university, or professional service.
Mentoring undergraduate and graduate student research.
Potential to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in thermal sciences, mechanical design, manufacturing, and/or materials science.
Potential to establish an externally‑funded research program.
Effective interpersonal communication skills.
Commitment to breadth of education, including Marianist tradition of social justice and service.
Special Instructions to Applicants A complete application includes:
Cover letter addressing all minimum requirements and any preferred qualifications met.
A 2‑page document describing a vision for developing an externally‑sponsored research program.
A 1‑2 page document describing the candidate’s vision for innovative teaching approaches and commitment to delivering courses in 1‑2 of the following areas: thermal sciences, mechanics, materials, manufacturing, and/or mechanical design.
250–500 word statement describing commitment to promoting inclusive excellence.
Reference contact information for three references.
If ABD, a letter from the advisor indicating anticipated completion date of Ph.D.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis or meet eligibility of an exchange visitor. Only an exchange visitor (J) visa can be provided; no other work sponsorship will be considered.
Application review date is January 15 and the posting will remain open until filled.
Closing Statement Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. The University is committed to affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, per the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and VERAAA 1973.
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