Job Title
Assistant Professor - Aerospace Engineering
Department
Aerospace Engineering
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description
The University of Kansas is the state's flagship university, an R-1 institution and one of just 66 invited members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). Our university consistently earns high rankings for academics and recognition as a premier research university (engaging in $275 million of externally funded research annually). KU has 65 ranked graduate programs and is ranked 24th in best value among public institutions in 2022. The University values global engagement with more than 150 programs of international study and cooperative research and offers more than 130 study abroad programs. Student enrollment for the Lawrence-Edwards was 23,958 representing all 50 states and 112 countries.
KU is committed to upholding our core institutional values of integrity; commitment to excellence and academic freedom; disciplined inquiry in the search of knowledge; multicultural and intellectual diversity; respect for the dignity and rights of the individual; and inclusion, transparency, freedom of expression, and communication ( https://provost.ku.edu/about ).
KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
Job Description
40% Teaching
Develop curriculum and teach undergraduate and graduate courses, in-person and virtually in Aerospace Engineering and associated disciplines. Participate in undergraduate and graduate student academic advising. Mentor graduate students in research and serve as the major advisor and chair of master’s and doctoral level thesis committees.
40% Research/Scholarship
Develop and direct a sustainable research program that includes directing students, establishing a strong externally funded research program, and disseminating findings through peer-reviewed manuscripts and/or issued patents. Collaborate with internal and external research constituents.
20% Service
Participate in University, School, Departmental, and professional service activities, including department and school service committees, technical committees, industry boards, or other programs related to the field. Foster a positive relationship with industry and the community. Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.
Req ID(Ex: 10567BR)
33654BR
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, [contact details available in the full listing], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, [contact details available in the full listing], 711 TTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Emily Arnold ([contact details available in the full listing]) and Richard Hale ([contact details available in the full listing])
Position Number
00004063, 00065055
Required Qualifications
Assistant Professor - Aerospace Engineering
Department
Aerospace Engineering
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description
The University of Kansas is the state's flagship university, an R-1 institution and one of just 66 invited members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). Our university consistently earns high rankings for academics and recognition as a premier research university (engaging in $275 million of externally funded research annually). KU has 65 ranked graduate programs and is ranked 24th in best value among public institutions in 2022. The University values global engagement with more than 150 programs of international study and cooperative research and offers more than 130 study abroad programs. Student enrollment for the Lawrence-Edwards was 23,958 representing all 50 states and 112 countries.
KU is committed to upholding our core institutional values of integrity; commitment to excellence and academic freedom; disciplined inquiry in the search of knowledge; multicultural and intellectual diversity; respect for the dignity and rights of the individual; and inclusion, transparency, freedom of expression, and communication ( https://provost.ku.edu/about ).
KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.
Job Description
40% Teaching
Develop curriculum and teach undergraduate and graduate courses, in-person and virtually in Aerospace Engineering and associated disciplines. Participate in undergraduate and graduate student academic advising. Mentor graduate students in research and serve as the major advisor and chair of master’s and doctoral level thesis committees.
40% Research/Scholarship
Develop and direct a sustainable research program that includes directing students, establishing a strong externally funded research program, and disseminating findings through peer-reviewed manuscripts and/or issued patents. Collaborate with internal and external research constituents.
20% Service
Participate in University, School, Departmental, and professional service activities, including department and school service committees, technical committees, industry boards, or other programs related to the field. Foster a positive relationship with industry and the community. Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.
Req ID(Ex: 10567BR)
33654BR
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, [contact details available in the full listing], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, [contact details available in the full listing], 711 TTY.
Contact Information to Applicants
Emily Arnold ([contact details available in the full listing]) and Richard Hale ([contact details available in the full listing])
Position Number
00004063, 00065055
Required Qualifications
- Earned doctorate in Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field in Engineering, by the start date of appointment.