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Mechanical Engineering

Faculty Positions Announcement: 2026-2027

The Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME), University of Michigan (U-M), Ann Arbor, seeks outstanding scholars to apply for one senior tenure track position (associate or full professor). This position is part of a larger cluster hire that includes the Mechanical Engineering Department, the Computer Science and Engineering Department, and the Ross School of Business; the goal of the cluster is to position Michigan as a national leader in cognitive manufacturing, which is the intersection of next generation artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, and supply chain resilience. We expect the faculty member to work closely with faculty in other units to advance next-generation resilient manufacturing systems, including resilient supply chains. All who have strong backgrounds in disciplines relevant to mechanical engineering and the manufacturing sciences are welcome to apply. We are especially interested in individuals who are committed to developing collaborative research programs and engaging in undergraduate and graduate teaching as well as eliminating systemic racism and sexism in STEM fields.

Applicants must have an earned Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a related field.  We seek strong scholars who will provide inspiration, leadership, and impact in research, teaching, and service and contribute to the goals of the University and Department.  For best consideration, candidates are encouraged to apply now and certainly before August 1, 2026 as applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt.

All applicants should submit, in PDF format (1) a detailed resume, (2) a statement of research and teaching interests, (3) up to three representative publications, and (4) the names and contact information of at least three referees. Applications must be submitted electronically at http://me.engin.umich.edu/facultysearch.

Employment will require a criminal background check and may require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. If an institutional reference check is necessary, candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form. 

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity employer and is responsive to the needs of dual career families. Underrepresented minority and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The U-M Mechanical Engineering Department is the home of 60 tenured/tenure-track faculty, 15 research faculty, over 700 graduate students (around 280 Ph.D. students) and 700 undergraduate students. The U-M ME Department is well known for its strengths in major mechanical engineering core disciplines as well as in interdisciplinary and emerging thematic areas. The Department is consistently ranked among the top nationwide and worldwide by various ranking systems, such as the QS World rankings, the US News and World Report, and the National Research Council Ph.D. Program evaluation. More information about the Department can be found at: http://me.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a long and distinguished history.  It was founded in 1817, twenty years before the territory became a state, and was one of the first public universities in the nation. Throughout its nearly 200-year history, it has maintained the highest levels of education, scholarship, and research. Ann Arbor, a vibrant mid-sized city known for its sprawling greenery and exposed-brick facades, its array of enticing eateries and historic theaters, and, of course, Michigan Football, is regularly ranked as one of the best places to live in the nation.

The U-M campus is also less than a thirty-minute drive from the Detroit Metropolitan Airport, a hub for major airlines like Delta, Air Canada, Air France, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines with over 400 flights to and from Europe, East Asia, and every corner of the United States every day. From Ann Arbor, the Michigan Flyer and D2A2 are very accessible bus services that connect the U-M Ann Arbor campus with DTW and all the offerings of downtown Detroit, like the Detroit Riverwalk, the Detroit Institute of Art, and the world-class eateries in Hamtramck.

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At Michigan Engineering, we develop the talent and technologies that move society forward and serve our state and national interests. Through discovery and innovation, we create the foundational knowledge and practical technologies to solve not only today's most pressing challenges, but also power industries and change lives. Our programs and community are designed to promote personal well-being and achievement – enabling everyone to unlock their potential and contribute with confidence.