Description
The Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison has an open position at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor rank for a research program dedicated to high-speed / compressible fluid mechanics with applications in aerospace, energy, or related fields. We will consider applicants with experimental, computational and/or theoretical approaches.
Current research areas in the ME Department include energy systems and storage, electrochemical systems, and sustainability; robotics, bio robotics, sensing and autonomous systems; computer-aided engineering, data-driven approaches, AI/ML and design; fluid and solid mechanics; renewable energy, aerodynamics, extreme mechanics, biomechanics; and advanced materials design and manufacturing. The Department is currently expanding its teaching and research portfolio in Aerospace Engineering. New research directions will continue to be launched and nurtured to facilitate creative solutions to transformative technical challenges.
The ideal candidate will be interested in collaborative research and be an integral contributor to teaching in the undergraduate and graduate programs of the Department. In view of the expanding aerospace engineering industry and employment opportunities, the ME Department seeks to strengthen and grow its Aerospace Engineering teaching and research profile.
The UW-Madison College of Engineering strives to foster a respectful, equitable, and inclusive environment for all members of our community.
Additional Information:
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is rapidly expanding, with growing student enrollment and a dynamic wave of faculty hires, making it one of the university’s most vibrant and fast-evolving departments. The Department offers and fosters a transdisciplinary research and educational environment and provides the infrastructure to address grand technological challenges. The Department also strives to create a culture of belonging for all members of our growing department. Candidates who can contribute to these priorities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences in these areas in their cover letter, research statement, and/or teaching statement.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and contributing to curriculum updates and innovations; mentoring graduate students and supervising their research; developing and directing a successful, extramurally funded research program; participating in departmental and university shared governance; and contributing to professional and public service. Faculty at the associate or full professor rank will also have the responsibility of leading large research proposals and center-type activities.
Department:
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College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Compensation:
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Negotiable – 9 months / ongoing / renewable
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
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Candidates will have a demonstrated record of academic achievement such as peer-reviewed publications and grant awards appropriate for the early career, exceptional potential in establishing a world-class research program and a demonstrated commitment to high-quality and inclusive undergraduate and graduate instruction.
Education:
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Required PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, or closely related field by the start date.
How to Apply:
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Please apply directly to the website by clicking on "Apply Now". Upload a SINGLE PDF document containing a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including a complete list of publications, and the names and contact information for three references. Applicants should include a maximum three-page research statement and a one-page teaching statement describing how the applicant's research and teaching goals fit the solicitation described above. Applicants should also provide names and contact information for three references. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring.
Deadline:
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The deadline for assuring full consideration is December 8, 2025. However, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled.
Contact Information:
Alissa Girdler
Department of Mechanical Engineering
