"Assistant level Professor in MAE with emphasis on Computational Acoustics and Aerodynamics"

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) in the Tickle College of Engineering (TCE) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK), invites applicants for a position at the rank of assistant professor in aerospace engineering. For exceptional cases, tenure upon arrival may be considered. Responsibilities include teaching engineering courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, conducting research in engineering, developing externally funded research programs, and producing archival publications in leading scholarly journals. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to promote an atmosphere where all members of the university community feel welcome and can thrive. It is expected that the candidate will develop graduate courses in her/his area of research to complement the departmental growth. A PhD in mechanical or aerospace engineering or a related field is required at time of the appointment.

Primary consideration will be given to those with capabilities and interests in Aeroacoustics, Computational Aerodynamics, Rocket and Jet Propulsion, Electrified Aircraft Design and Multi-disciplinary Design Optimization (MDO). The department is actively growing its aerodynamic and propulsion science core. All outstanding candidates possessing strong backgrounds in these areas relevant to mechanical and/or aerospace engineering will be considered. In addition to research in these areas, it is expected that the candidate will teach aerospace propulsion, structures or aerodynamics at both graduate and undergraduate levels.

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Minimum Qualifications: A PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications: Primary consideration will be given to those with capabilities and interests in Aeroacoustics, Computational Aerodynamics, Rocket and Jet Propulsion, Electrified Aircraft Design and Multi-disciplinary Design Optimization (MDO).

For an Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank: The candidate is expected to show potential for obtaining funding for the research programs, and for participation in interdisciplinary teams. The candidate is also expected to show effective, high-quality teaching skills, and the ability to effectively mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

Applications must include (1) a concise letter of intent outlining the applicant’s research and teaching goals and objectives; (2) a comprehensive curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of research and teaching interests; and (4) the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least five references. The required method of application is through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/178263. Inquiries about this search should be addressed to the Search Chair, Professor Hans DeSmidt, at the email address AESearch2026@utk.edu.