"Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction in Mechanical Engineering"

Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction in Mechanical Engineering

Job Posting Number: 2026071NTL

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 non-tenure Faculty of Instruction line at the Assistant or Associate level to begin Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to exhibit a strong commitment to student-centered teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate level, participate in curriculum and program development, and perform university and professional service.

To assure full consideration, applications must be submitted by January 4, 2026.

Required Qualifications

For the Assistant Professor of Instruction rank:

• An earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, or a very closely related discipline.
• Strong academic background in one of the following four areas: solid mechanics, thermal-fluids sciences, control systems and robotics, or engineering design and manufacturing.
• Record of teaching experience as instructor of record in undergraduate engineering courses taught at an academic institution of higher education in the US.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.

For the Associate Professor of Instruction rank:

• An earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, or a very closely related discipline.
• Strong academic background in one of the following four areas: solid mechanics, thermal-fluids sciences, control systems and robotics, or engineering design and manufacturing.
• A minimum of five years of experience as a full-time faculty member teaching mechanical engineering courses at an academic institution of higher education in the US.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.
• Demonstrated excellence as a teacher in the classroom, laboratory, and supervising of students.
• Demonstrated participation in academic service activities at the department, college, and university levels.

Preferred Qualifications

For the Assistant Professor of Instruction rank:

• Expertise with Industry 4.0 tools and technologies.
• Postdoctoral and/or industrial experience.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate students in academic environments.
• Knowledge of ABET accreditation procedures and deliverables.

For the Associate Professor of Instruction rank:

• Expertise with Industry 4.0 tools and technologies.
• Postdoctoral and/or industrial experience.
• Knowledge of ABET accreditation procedures and deliverables.
• Experience supervising capstone senior design projects.
• Demonstrated experience obtaining external funding for STEM Education related projects.
• Demonstrated experience developing educational materials such as formal lecture notes, case studies, and laboratory manuals.

Open Until Filled? Yes

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55177

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/55177 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff.

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.