Prof. Rechenmacher specializes in the fields of Geotechnical Engineering and Geomechanics. She was formerly on the tenure track, studying strain localization and localized flow in granular materials. She transitioned to full-time teaching in 2013, teaching geotechnical and mechanics courses, as well as first-year engineering introductory courses. Her interests currently lie in uses of active and engaged learning techniques as a means to enhance student learning.