Description

The School of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Materials Engineering (MAME) at Southern Illinois University Carbondale invites applications for one full-time, continuing, tenure-track nine-month Assistant Professor position to start in August 11, 2026.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

Examples of Duties

The selected candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses within the School, conduct high-quality research, supervise graduate student theses and dissertations, and actively contribute to service at the School, College, and University levels.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have, at the time of appointment, a B.S. and Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related area. Ph.D. candidates may be considered if all degree requirements are met by August 11, 2026. If all requirements for the Ph.D. degree are not completed by that date, a term, non-tenure track appointment may be offered in accordance with the University policy (https://policies.siu.edu/personnel-policies/chapter2/ch2-faps/faculty-contingent.php). 

Applicants must have teaching competency in the core mechanical engineering courses at the undergraduate level. Applicants must demonstrate the potential to establish a funded research program, maintain a strong record of publications in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, and actively engage in national and international conferences.

Additional Information: Applications from areas of Mechanical Engineering that complement the School's current strengths in mechanical systems, manufacturing, aerospace, materials, energy, and biomechanics will be entertained. The primary focus area for this search will be in advanced manufacturing, robotics, and automation within the context of Industry 4.0. The relevant expertise includes, but not limited to, smart manufacturing systems, human-robot collaboration, digital twins, and AI-driven process control. Experience with integrating robotics into industrial workflows and collaboration potential with industry partners is highly desirable. Candidates with potential to collaborate within the School and across campus will be considered a plus.

Required Documents: Submit a complete application package consisting of a cover letter, CV, statements of teaching (1-2 pages) and research (3 pages), and a list of three references with complete contact information.

Contact: Jennifer Langin, jlangin@siu.edu 

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars.  We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master’s degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.

The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits, employee tuition waivers, and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: https://jobs.siu.edu/.
 

SIU Carbondale is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status.