About this opportunity
The University of Texas at Austin lists this Assistant Professor, Fall 2027 - Aerospace Engineering opportunity in austin, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at The University of Texas at Austin invites applicants for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The field of aerospace engineering is undergoing revolutionary transformation in 1) Space discovery, observations, and connectivity and in 2) Advanced air mobility solutions. Applicants with expertise in all disciplines pertinent to these two application areas are encouraged to apply for the position. We seek exceptional candidates who hold promise for leading these transformations. An emphasis will be placed on applicants who have a clear vision about how they will contribute to these emerging areas of aerospace engineering.
The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics is committed to supporting the success of all members of our community: students, staff, and faculty. A successful candidate can expect to benefit from and contribute to these efforts.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a PhD in engineering or a related discipline. The successful candidate will be expected to create undergraduate and graduate learning environments that address the needs of students from a variety of backgrounds, with differing learning styles and abilities. Further, the successful applicant will be expected to develop an externally sponsored research program, mentor graduate students, collaborate with other faculty, and be involved in service to the university and profession.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should submit the following materials:
(1) a cover letter, (2) current curriculum vitae, (3) research statement, (4) teaching and mentoring statement, and (5)threeprofessional reference letters. Please see for additional information and guidance.
Candidates should address their submission to the Aerospace Engineering Faculty Search Committee. Evaluation of applications will begin on November 1, 2026 , and will continue until an appropriate candidate is identified.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an Employment Eligibility Verification form and provide documents to verify identity and eligibility to work in the USA. A security sensitive background check will be conducted on the applicant selected.
Please address questions to Prof. David Goldstein, the Faculty Search Committee Chair ( )
Worksite address
austin, TX, 78716, US
Who can apply
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