Tenure-Track Positions
Assistant Professor in Emerging Aeronautics, Fall 2025
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 that is broadly focused on emerging aeronautics, especially as it pertains to advanced air mobility, aircraft design, and propulsion.
Specific methodological areas of interest include but are not limited to the design, analysis, and optimization of novel aircraft; the design and management of energy storage and power delivery in aircraft; novel propulsion solutions for sustainable aviation; air traffic management and noise mitigation for advanced air mobility.
Candidates are encouraged to view these areas of interest in the broadest sense when determining whether they are well suited for this position. They are expected to have a demonstrated interest in the application of these areas to aerospace engineering and be able to articulate why their proposed research area will undergo significant growth over the next few decades.
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 those efforts.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should submit the following materials:
(1) a cover letter, (2) current curriculum vitae, (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement, (5) mentoring statement, and (6) three professional reference letters. Guidance for these application materials can be found here.
Candidates should address their submission to the Emerging Aeronautics Faculty Search Committee. Evaluation of applications will begin on December 2, 2024, 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. John-Paul Clarke, the Emerging Aeronautics Faculty Search Committee Chair (johnpaul@utexas.edu).
Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Apply Now: http://apply.interfolio.com/156471
Assistant Professor in Space Systems, Fall 2025
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. Candidates are sought with expertise in space systems engineering in support of technology, science, and operations.
Areas of specific interest include but are not limited to astrodynamics, cislunar dynamics, mission design, space domain awareness, small satellites, remote sensing, and other emerging areas in the new space economy. Experience with spaceflight projects is welcome. Candidates are encouraged to view these areas of interest in the broadest sense when determining whether they are well suited for this position. Candidates will be expected to have a demonstrated interest in the application of these areas to aerospace engineering.
Collaboration is encouraged with the Center for Space Research, an internationally-recognized research center at the forefront of research into space science, engineering, and technology. 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, computer science, or a related area. 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 statement, (5) mentoring statement, and (6) three professional reference letters. Guidance for these application materials can be found here.
Candidates should address their submission to the Space Systems Faculty Search Committee. Evaluation of applications will begin on November 1, 2024, 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. Ryan P. Russell, the Faculty Search Committee Chair. (ryan.russell@austin.utexas.edu)
Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Apply Now: http://apply.interfolio.com/156457
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Professional Track Positions
The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at The University of Texas at Austin seeks to develop a pool of candidates at the rank of lecturer or senior lecturer for possible temporary/non-tenure track full or part-time positions to teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Positions are not available every semester and are contingent upon student enrollment and availability of funding. Appointments are usually made on a semester-by-semester basis, though sometimes a year-long appointment can be made. Positions are annually renewable, contingent on funding and performance. Salary is dependent on position and qualifications.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position are expected to have a doctoral degree in engineering or equivalent and previous teaching experience is preferred. *In rare instances a Master's Degree with sufficient expertise and experience may qualify.
Application Instructions
Apply online: http://apply.interfolio.com/153204 Only complete applications will be considered.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
