Assistant Professor – Mechanical Engineering

Role details

Job no: 530435

Position Type: Faculty Full Time

Campus: UMass Boston

Department: Engineering

Pay Grade: 03

Date opened: 04 Nov 2026 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close

Job Description

The Department of Engineering in the College of Science and Mathematics at the University of Massachusetts Boston invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering. The expected start date is September 1, 2027.

We seek dynamic and innovative candidates with a strong research record relevant to Mechanical Engineering. While applications over a wide range of specialties are encouraged, the successful candidate will enhance or strategically complement ongoing efforts within the Engineering department. We are particularly interested in robotics and automation, AI/ML for controls, system dynamics, thermal and energy systems, advanced manufacturing, biomechanical engineering, advanced materials and composites and energy and sustainability.

Applicants must have completed a PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field at the time of hiring. The successful candidate is expected to establish a highly productive, externally funded independent research program. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of strong research productivity, potential for external funding, commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and graduate mentoring, and enthusiasm for contributing to the growth of a vibrant and inclusive Engineering Department. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate level and contribute to developing new courses in their area of expertise.

The department currently offers Electrical and Computer Engineering undergraduate degrees and participates in college-wide interdisciplinary graduate programs. The department is working to grow a Mechanical Engineering program. The University is committed to supporting tenure track faculty with a competitive startup package and access to shared research facilities, including state-of-the art core facilities.

The Engineering Department at UMass Boston is a collegial and growing group of faculty. Our research spans Semiconductor optoelectronics, photonics, and superconducting quantum devices; Advanced Wireless Systems and Applied Electromagnetics; Micro- and Nano-Bioengineering for Diagnostics and Cellular Biomechanics; Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning; Resilient Energy Systems and Wind Power Innovation.

The UMass Boston College of Science and Mathematics is a highly collaborative college of STEM including departments of Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics and Physics. Opportunities exist to develop interdisciplinary collaborations both within UMass Boston, as well as researchers at other leading academic centers, research institutes, and companies across the vibrant Greater Boston STEM community.

Application instructions:

All materials must be submitted at https://employmentopportunities.umb.edu/boston/en-us/listing/ and should include (i) a cover letter, (ii) comprehensive curriculum vitae, (iii) detailed statements of current research, vision and future research plans (3-5 pages), and (iv) a statement of teaching philosophy with a description of teaching experience. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

UMass Boston expects to pay within an approximate range between $80,000 and $102,983 for this position.

The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on the consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment.

UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected] or 617-287-5150.