More than 1,300 students and over 80 faculty and staff in the Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical Engineering form an innovative and nurturing community in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Students work together to learn the fundamentals of the field and engage in rigorous, team-based experiences addressing real-world problems. The department’s award-winning faculty tackle societal challenges through technological innovation impacting the environment, security and human health. As a department, we are committed to high-impact research addressing real-world problems, active learning and experiential engineering education, and an inclusive community that brings together students, faculty, staff and alumni.

For more information about the Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical Engineering please visit: https://www.colorado.edu/mechanical/.

• Successful candidates will be expected to engage in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring; develop an externally funded research program in their technical area; contribute professional leadership and service to their unit, the college, and their professional community; and cultivate and contribute to the inclusive excellence of our academic community.
• The typical distribution of work for this role is 40% teaching, 40% scholarly and creative work (research), and 20% leadership and service.

• The anticipated start date for this position is Fall 2024, but a later start date may be negotiated.
• As part of the University of Colorado Boulder’s deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the campus has implemented a reference check program with respect to final candidates for tenured faculty appointments. The reference check program is intended to allow CU Boulder to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination – before making hiring decisions. All final candidates for tenured faculty appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information.

• The anticipated academic year salary range for this position at the Assistant Professor rank is $100,000 - $115,000.
• Qualified candidates will be considered for Associate Professor or Professor rank. The full salary range is $100,000 - $200,000, depending on rank.
• A relocation stipend may be available within CEAS guidelines.
• Tenure-track faculty benefits include eligibility for gender-neutral paid parental leave; housing down-payment assistance programs; a relocation and dual career assistance program; and teaching, research, and professional development.

• Applicants must have earned a research doctorate in engineering, physical sciences or a closely related field, or have their degree conferred before starting a tenure-track faculty appointment.
• Candidates being considered for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank must meet University standards and unit criteria for tenure and promotion to the designated rank. This generally includes having an established and ongoing program of original research, a strong publication record, and demonstrated ability to obtain external funding as well as a record of high-quality teaching and mentoring.

• Candidates should have the ability to develop an externally funded research program that complements and strengthens the existing research in the department or enables the growth of new research directions.
• Candidates should have the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Mechanical Engineering.
• Candidates should have the ability to contribute to an inclusive climate that attracts and supports students of all races, nationalities and genders.