Description
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Assistant Teaching Professor of Aerospace in the Mechanical and Materials Engineering Department
The Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Florida International University invites applications to fill a full-time, non-tenure earning, Assistant Teaching Professor position in Mechanical Engineering with focus on Aerospace Engineering starting in Fall 2026.
Candidates must possess an earned Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, demonstrate the ability to teach large classes and utilize technology in instructional activities.
The successful candidate is expected to have a strong commitment to teaching excellence in undergraduate and graduate courses (including laboratory courses) in the area of aerospace engineering, contribute to ongoing curriculum enhancement, advise students in senior design projects, and participate in department, college, professional service, and other duties as assigned.
The Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, enrolling more than 1,100 students across its programs, offers an ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, as well as M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical and Materials Engineering. Our students benefit from FIU’s vibrant research environment, strong connections with the aerospace and energy sectors, and the university’s commitment to student success as a top-ranked Carnegie R1 public research institution.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 536893 at https://careers.fiu.edu/ and attach cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Candidates will be requested to provide names and contact information for at least 3 references who will be contacted as determined by the search committee. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Applicants are encouraged to review Florida International University’s immigration and visa requirements, if applicable, prior to applying: https://hr.fiu.edu/employees-affiliates/working-at-fiu/immigration-process
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email ocr@fiu.edu.
