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Associate / Full Professor

CHEManager International
Gainesville, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/23/2026
Job no: 541776

Work type: Tenure-Track Faculty

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Engineering

Department:19020000 - EG-MECHANICAL - AEROSPACE ENG

Classification Title

Associate / Full Professor

Classification Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in a related field by the start date.

Job Description

The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida invites applications for full-time, nine-month faculty positions at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. The positions have an anticipated start date of August 2027.

We are seeking candidates with established reputation and research programs in engineering and technology development for space exploration and scientific missions. Candidates should have demonstrated experience with NASA space flight programs and engagement with other agencies critical to program development in these areas.

The faculty member will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses within the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering; initiate and sustain externally sponsored research programs; recruit and supervise graduate students; and engage in service activities for the University of Florida and the profession. Dedication to excellence in research, teaching, and service, and evidence of scholarly achievements are expected.

The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the University of Florida (https://mae.ufl.edu/) has approximately 60 faculty members working in all aspects of mechanical and aerospace engineering and is growing. The combined undergraduate and graduate student population is approximately 3000 with nearly 200 in the Ph.D. program. Recent US News & World Report has MAE ranked as 14th and 21st for the aerospace and mechanical engineering graduate programs, respectively, among public universities in the US. The University of Florida is the flagship campus of the State of Florida university system and is currently ranked as one of the best public universities, 8th in 2026 according to U.S. News & World Report. The university has unique resources for research and education, such as the Mission Operations Center in the Astraeus Space Institute, and HiPerGator, the most powerful academic supercomputer in the United States for AI development and applications.

Expected Salary

Commensurate with Education and Experience.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in a related field by the start date.

Preferred

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted through UFCareers at: http://jobs.ufl.edu (Search Job #541776). Complete applications must include the following files in PDF format: (1) cover letter which specifies the candidates interest in the position, (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. Additional required documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the "other documents" selection in the application. (4) A research program vision statement detailing short- and long-term goals; (5) a teaching statement describing the applicant's teaching experience and vision for developing a teaching program at the University of Florida; and (6) up to three refereed journal or conference articles (co-)authored by the applicant. Questions about this position may be directed to the Faculty Search Chair, maefacultysearch@mae.ufl.edu.

The University of Florida (UF) is the flagship campus of the State of Florida university system and is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities. UF is home to HiPerGator, the fastest AI supercomputer in higher education, and the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering is undergoing a major expansion in faculty, research, and facilities with a strong focus on artificial intelligence. In Fall 2023, UF opened Malachowsky Hall for Data Science & Information Technology, a 260,000-square-foot facility that serves as the hub for AI.

For more information about college initiatives, visit eng.ufl.edu

Additional Requirements

  • The selected candidate must provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. Transcripts marked "Issued to Student" will not be considered official.
  • Degrees earned outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Additional Information

The University and College count among its greatest strengths a community of faculty, students and staff having diverse perspectives who support a culture of respect and dignity where learning and research thrive. UF is committed to equal education, opportunity, and access.

  • If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD).
  • Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
  • All searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No

Advertised: 20 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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