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Professor and Department Head of Mechanical Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University · Pittsburgh, PAtodayverified 5 h ago

PhD-level Academic / Postdoc roles on Crosslinked list a median of $100k (225 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Lead the Mechanical Engineering department at CMU: strategic planning, research and education programs, and faculty administration.

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Why it is interesting. Head a 44-faculty department with a new building and strengths in advanced manufacturing and micro/nano/bioengineering

Might not be for you. Senior administrative leadership role requiring tenured Professor qualifications, not hands-on research

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Adjacent materials roleMechanical Engineering department head search; research foci include Advanced Manufacturing and Micro/Nano/Bioengineering; open to a wide range of areas

H-1B filings

Carnegie Mellon University filed 45 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Postdoctoral Research Associate, Assistant Professor, Research Associate. Median filed pay: $96K a year.

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Seniority
Director+
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
PhD
Role
Academic / Postdoc

Role details

The Carnegie Mellon University College of Engineering invites applications for the position of Professor and Department Head of Mechanical Engineering. The Department of Mechanical Engineering (MechE) is one of ten academic departments in the College of Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University and is ranked as a top-ten department in both undergraduate and graduate education (US News & World Report). A new world-class building with state-of-the-art research and educational facilities recently opened as the home for Mechanical Engineering.

MechE has a long and distinguished tradition in education and research, and today its 44 core faculty continue to address the most important and challenging issues at the forefront of science and technology. As a highly interdisciplinary department, several of our faculty share joint appointments in different departments within the Carnegie Mellon College of Engineering, Mellon College of Science, and Integrative Design, Arts, and Technology (IDeATe). The department includes 541 undergraduate, 271 Masters, and 185 PhD students, and operations are managed by 38 full-time staff.

Current research foci include Advanced Manufacturing, Micro/Nano/Bioengineering, Robotics & Controls, Energy and Environment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. An accomplished academic leader is sought to provide strategic vision, leadership, and outstanding operational management; to oversee world-class research and educational programs; and to guide the Department of Mechanical Engineering to the highest level of accomplishment and impact.

The Department Head will maintain and strengthen the culture of innovation in education and research; expand the reputation of the department; lead the department in strategic planning; develop a broad network of purpose-driven problem solvers to lead the world to a positive future; demonstrate a commitment to high-quality administration; and empower students with flexible, interdisciplinary, practice-oriented and applied education in a collaborative environment. Individuals with expertise across a wide range of areas related to Mechanical Engineering will be considered.

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in a field of engineering or science closely related to the disciplinary expertise of the department. An internationally recognized record of research, education, mentorship, and leadership is essential. Applicants must be qualified for an appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure.

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Common questions

Does Carnegie Mellon University sponsor H-1B visas?

Carnegie Mellon University has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Professor and Department Head of Mechanical Engineering role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Professor and Department Head of Mechanical Engineering role at Carnegie Mellon University based?

This role is based in Pittsburgh, PA.

What degree is required for the Professor and Department Head of Mechanical Engineering role at Carnegie Mellon University?

This role requires a PhD.