UT Austin: Faculty Positions in Mechanical Engineering

Posted 23 Oct 2026

The Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering at UT Austin seeks applicants for multiple faculty positions. Areas of most interest are nuclear engineering, robotics and physical AI, and advanced manufacturing, viewed broadly. The department's guidance asks candidates to plan their first five years as an assistant professor. The page gives no deadline.

What you'll do

  • Pursue research in nuclear engineering, robotics and physical AI, or advanced manufacturing
  • Plan a research program for the first five years as an assistant professor
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
  • Mentor students in research with attention to their professional development
  • Collaborate with other faculty at UT

Who can apply

  • A CV that lists funding and all publications
  • A research statement on contributions to date and five-year plans
  • A teaching and mentoring statement that names courses you could teach
  • Names and contact details of three references

How to apply

Apply through the Interfolio link on the department's faculty openings page. The page advises a cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching and mentoring statement, and three references.

Official page: apply.interfolio.com/193406

LocationAustin, Texas
SalaryNot published (see official page)
TypeFull-time
Robotics