"Alerted.org

Position Title:Assistant/Associate/Full Teaching Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Appointment Type:Faculty

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, in the College of Engineering at Iowa State University (ISU), invites applications for the position of a full-time (nine-month) non-tenure eligible teaching faculty at the rank of assistant, associate or full professor, commensurate with the teaching and/or industrial experience, proficiency and leadership.

Successful candidates will be expected to teach courses in mechanical engineering topics, carry out effective instruction in undergraduate mechanical engineering courses, including lecture and laboratory courses based on department needs, freshman courses, curriculum coordination, and other responsibilities related to the teaching mission of the university, such as committee work or mentoring of undergraduate students. Experience with mechanical design, measurements and dynamics of mechanical systems are of particular interest.

The department of Mechanical Engineering is committed to sustaining a collegial, positive, and productive environment for everyone and for the collective benefit of all. All faculty members are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within department, college and university activities, interact collegially and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

This position is set to begin spring semester January 15, 2026, with the possibility of starting summer semester May 2026 or fall semester August 2026 . This position will be hired as a 1 to 3-year term with the possibility of renewal based on experience and rank of hire.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

+ Assistant Teaching Professor:

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline and 5 years of relevant work experience.OR

+ Master’s degree in engineering or related discipline and 3 years of relevant work experience.OR

+ Doctoral degree in Engineering or related discipline.

+ Associate Teaching Professor: Record of teaching experience AND one of the following:

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline and 10 years of relevant work experience.OR

+ Master’s degree in engineering or related discipline and 8 years of relevant work experience.

+ Teaching Professor: Record of teaching experience AND one of the following:

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline and 15 years of relevant work experience.OR

+ Master’s degree in engineering or related discipline and 13 years of relevant work experience.OR

+ Doctoral degree in engineering or related discipline and 10 years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience with mechanical design, measurements and dynamics or mechanical systems.

+ Experience teaching mechanical engineering or engineering courses at the university level.

About Iowa State University and the Ames Community

Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive . More than 30,000 students are enrolled and are served by over 6,200 faculty and staff. The College of Engineering consists of eight departments with annual research expenditures exceeding $105 million.

Iowa State University is located in Ames, IA (https://www.cityofames.org/) , a progressive community of 66,000, located approximately thirty minutes north of Des Moines (https://www.dsm.city/departments/city\_manager\_s\_office/about\_des\_moines.php) , one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the Midwest, and is beaming with community pride and accolades (https://www.dsmpartnership.com/news-media/rankings) .

Iowa State University and the College of Engineering are responsive to the needs of dual-career couples and are dedicated to work-life balance through an array of flexible work policies.

About the Mechanical Engineering Department (website): https://www.me.iastate.edu/

Proposed Start Date:January 1, 2026

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:December 31, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Application Instructions:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications should be received by September 1st 2025. All interested, qualified candidates must apply for this position online at jobs.iastate.edu .

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

The following documents are required to be submitted in PDF format:

1. Letter of application (including information about the desired rank) that briefly discusses how the candidate meets each of the preferred qualifications.

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Contact information for at least three references, including name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and other pertinent information

4. Other documents:

a. One-page teaching statement

Direct questions to Committee Chair Prof. Alberto Passalacqua at [email protected]

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date: July 28, 2025

Posting Close Date:July 27, 2025

Job Requisition Number:R17450

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.