Associate Professor in Mechanical and Materials Engineering

Position Overview

Florida International University (FIU) is a top 50, preeminent public research university serving 55,000 students from across the globe. Located in the global city of Miami, FIU offers a vibrant research environment and over 200 degree programs. The Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Associate Professor in Aerospace Engineering, with an anticipated start date of Fall 2026. Location: Miami, Florida. Schedule: Full-time. Education: Earned Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Experience Required: Demonstrated record of scholarly research in aerospace engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain an externally funded research program commensurate with rank.
• Develop and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses in aerospace engineering and related areas.
• Mentor graduate students and supervise doctoral research.
• Engage in interdisciplinary research initiatives and contribute to curriculum development.
• Participate in service activities at the department, college, and university levels.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Earned Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated strong record of scholarly research in aerospace engineering addressing novel and emerging concepts such as aerodynamics, propulsion, and hypersonic systems.
• Proven ability to publish in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.