Assistant Professor, Aerospace Engineering – Teaching & Research

Khalifa University Enterprise; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Khalifa University Enterprise invites applications for a faculty position in Aerospace Engineering. The role combines teaching undergraduate and graduate courses with active research and scholarly activity, plus service to the department and university.

The candidate will contribute to curriculum development, mentor student research, and participate in peer reviews and departmental activities to raise the department's profile both locally and internationally.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a related discipline.
• BSc or equivalent terminal degree in Aerospace Engineering.
• Strongly preferred research/teaching in: Composite Structures; Automatic Flight Controls; Space Mechanics; Dynamics, Control and Vehicle Autonomy; or UAS.
• Preferred experience in AI/ML applications in aerospace systems.

Responsibilities

• Teach at undergraduate and graduate level in subject areas and on schedules allocated by the Chair of Department.
• Prepare teaching material including syllabus and lesson plans; revise subject matter regularly.
• Contribute to development and implementation of a high quality curriculum.
• Provide students with detailed syllabus, methods of instruction and evaluation.
• Monitor student performance and provide remedial classes when necessary.
• Set and mark exams, coursework, and laboratory work.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Education

PhD or equivalent terminal degree

BSc Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Khalifa University Enterprise invites applications for a faculty position in Aerospace Engineering. The role combines teaching undergraduate and graduate courses with active research and scholarly activity, plus service to the department and university.

The candidate will contribute to curriculum development, mentor student research, and participate in peer reviews and departmental activities to raise the department's profile both locally and internationally.