Texas State University
Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal-Fluid Sciences)
Texas State University, San Marcos, California, us, 92079
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Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal-Fluid Sciences)
Position Title: Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal-Fluid Sciences)
Position Description: The Ingram School of Engineering of Texas State University has launched a new Mechanical Engineering program that incorporates Industry 4.0 tools and technologies throughout the curriculum to prepare students who can design and develop mechanical and thermal systems that are intelligent, interconnected, and integrated with the virtual world and emerging digital infrastructures. Currently, the program seeks to fill a tenure-track position in thermal‑fluids sciences at the Assistant Professor level to begin Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an externally funded research program in their area of expertise, exhibit a strong commitment to student‑centered teaching and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels, participate in curriculum and program development, and perform university and professional service.
Application Deadline: February 2, 2026
Required Qualifications
An earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline.
Academic and research background in the field of thermal‑fluids sciences.
Research competence evidenced by publications related to thermal‑fluids sciences in peer‑reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
Demonstrated excellence in communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
A research focus in one of the following areas: micro/nano‑fluidics (for devices such as data chips), renewable energy systems and energy storage, biomedical applications (such as drug delivery), or hypersonic flows.
Postdoctoral and/or industrial experience.
Record of teaching experience in the U.S.
Expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI).
An ability to work collaboratively with faculty across multiple departments and programs.
Knowledge of ABET accreditation procedures and deliverables.
Demonstrated experience writing and securing grants and contracts.
Application Requirements
Cover letter that explicitly addresses each of the required and each of the preferred qualifications. Failure to provide the requested information in the cover letter may result in the application being considered incomplete.
Academic background.
List of post‑doctoral and/or professional employments.
List of published and/or submitted peer‑reviewed articles.
List of authored, funded research proposals, with funding amount and funding agency.
List of courses taught as Instructor of Record or under another role.
Statements of current and future research interests (two pages maximum).
Statements of teaching philosophy and interests (two pages maximum).
List of three references.
Equal Opportunity Statement Texas State University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
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Position Description: The Ingram School of Engineering of Texas State University has launched a new Mechanical Engineering program that incorporates Industry 4.0 tools and technologies throughout the curriculum to prepare students who can design and develop mechanical and thermal systems that are intelligent, interconnected, and integrated with the virtual world and emerging digital infrastructures. Currently, the program seeks to fill a tenure-track position in thermal‑fluids sciences at the Assistant Professor level to begin Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an externally funded research program in their area of expertise, exhibit a strong commitment to student‑centered teaching and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels, participate in curriculum and program development, and perform university and professional service.
Application Deadline: February 2, 2026
Required Qualifications
An earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline.
Academic and research background in the field of thermal‑fluids sciences.
Research competence evidenced by publications related to thermal‑fluids sciences in peer‑reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
Demonstrated excellence in communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
A research focus in one of the following areas: micro/nano‑fluidics (for devices such as data chips), renewable energy systems and energy storage, biomedical applications (such as drug delivery), or hypersonic flows.
Postdoctoral and/or industrial experience.
Record of teaching experience in the U.S.
Expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI).
An ability to work collaboratively with faculty across multiple departments and programs.
Knowledge of ABET accreditation procedures and deliverables.
Demonstrated experience writing and securing grants and contracts.
Application Requirements
Cover letter that explicitly addresses each of the required and each of the preferred qualifications. Failure to provide the requested information in the cover letter may result in the application being considered incomplete.
Academic background.
List of post‑doctoral and/or professional employments.
List of published and/or submitted peer‑reviewed articles.
List of authored, funded research proposals, with funding amount and funding agency.
List of courses taught as Instructor of Record or under another role.
Statements of current and future research interests (two pages maximum).
Statements of teaching philosophy and interests (two pages maximum).
List of three references.
Equal Opportunity Statement Texas State University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
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