The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at the Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) is currently welcoming applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Mechanics to start in Fall 2027. The Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering houses undergraduate programs in Industrial Engineering and Mechanical Engineering as well as a graduate program in Engineering and graduate certificates in Fluid Power and Additive Manufacturing. In addition to teaching, successful…
candidates will be expected to become involved with academic advising, curriculum development, supervision of student projects, and continued professional growth through a combination of consulting, scholarship, and research. Required Qualifications
- Earned Doctorate
Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or a related field - Undergraduate Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited
program - Relevant industry experience
- A strong interest in effective undergraduate teaching while integrating theory with
applications and developing laboratory experiences - Expertise in solid mechanics or computational mechanics.
- Experience in
areas such as finite element analysis, multiphysics modeling, or fracture and fatigue mechanics is preferred. - Research or industry
experience in the aforementioned areas is preferred.
Skills and Abilities
Excellent Communication Skills
Applications at senior rank will also be considered.
Who We Are
Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) is an academic
institution intrinsically tied to the real world - a confluence of industry knowledge, work ethic and an enduring desire to know more. The
university offers bachelor's and master's degrees in engineering, computer science, machine learning, user experience, construction
management, actuarial science, business and nursing. With about 3,000 students, faculty and staff, MSOE is large enough for big
opportunities and small enough for personal attention.
A Small University Dedicated to Achieving Big Things
MSOE is a
supportive environment where everyone is valued. Our method of learning by doing is our distinction: it is how we teach, how we learn and
how we serve. Faculty bring their real-world experience into the classroom, and small class sizes keep instructors in close contact with
students. MSOE's top priority is serving our students. By joining our community, you are building the leaders of tomorrow.
Our
Mission
MSOE is the university of choice for those seeking an inclusive community of experiential learners driven to solve the
complex challenges of today and tomorrow. We are united by our six values - collaboration, excellence, inclusion, innovation, integrity and
stewardship-which represent the core of our campus culture. MSOE has embarked on an ambitious strategic plan, Extraordinary Together, that propels the institution
forward. At MSOE, we are dedicated to promoting an academic environment marked by an unwavering respect for every individual.
Why
Join MSOE?
At MSOE, your work has a direct and lasting impact. Our faculty and staff are united by a commitment to academic
excellence, student success, and industry-connected learning. Join a community where your ideas, expertise, and dedication help students
thrive, strengthen the communities we serve, and make MSOE an exceptional place to learn, work, and grow. Learn more about MSOE's awards and
recognitions here and our recent 2026 Top Workplace
Award.
At MSOE, we invest in our employees' professional and personal growth. MSOE offers competitive, fully
comprehensive benefit plans to all full-time employees including:
- Generous tuition benefits for employees, spouses and
dependents - Medical, dental, life, disability and vision insurance that starts in 30 days or less
- Paid parental
leave - A retirement plan with company matching of up to 6% of employee earnings and immediate vesting
- Access to our
state-of-the-art fitness center and museum - Located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, MSOE is just blocks away from the beautiful
lakefront, the theater district, museums, sports and music venues, parks and shopping. To view more detailed information about MSOE, please
visit www.msoe.edu/hr.
How to Apply
The review of
applications will begin as they are received and continue until the position is filled. When applying, please upload a single PDF file which
includes: 1) a letter of interest; 2) a detailed resume/CV; 3) three professional references; 4) statement of technical areas of teaching
interest; and 5) if available, evidence of successful teaching.