Assistant Professor of Aerospace Engineering

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is seeking an Assistant Professor of Aerospace Engineering in the Department of Mechanical Engineering with a preferred start date of August 2027. This is a nine-month, tenure-track, full-time position located in Georgia.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate aerospace courses, develop an active externally funded research program, and contribute to departmental, college, and university service in alignment with KSU's mission.

Qualifications

• terminal/doctorate in aerospace engineering or closely related discipline required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate aerospace engineering courses.
• Developing and maintaining an active externally funded research program.
• Engaging in department, college, university and professional services as appropriate.
• Advancing the goals and strategic plan of KSU.

Skills

Teaching

Research planning

Education

Terminal/Doctorate in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Assistant Professor of Aerospace Engineering

Job ID: 302409

Location: Marietta, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

For more than 60years, Kennesaw State University has been known for itsentrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader ininnovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located justnorth of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on twometro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one ofGeorgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduateand graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impactresearch and Division I athletics also draw students fromthroughout the region and across the globe. A member of theUniversity System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is aCarnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed tobecoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broadenits academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local,regional, and national level.

Our university's vibrant culture, careeropportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity,collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employerof choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power andpromise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Inaddition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's corevalues of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect.We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw StateUniversity in our vision. For more information, visit the Kennesaw State Universitywebsite.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus islocated at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

With over 3000 students, the Mechanical Engineering departmentat SPCEET is the largest in the college and ranks among the largestin the nation. It offers undergraduate degrees in MechanicalEngineering and Aerospace Engineering, an MS in MechanicalEngineering and a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Engineering.Distinguished faculty who are dedicated to student success leadgroundbreaking research and foster an environment where studentsengage in hands-on and project-based learning. This approachnurtures creativity and prepares students for diverse jobopportunities. Active in national competitions and professionalengineering societies, students benefit from extensiveundergraduate research, a job-ready curriculum, andstate-of-the-art laboratories, ensuring they are equipped to tackletomorrow's engineering challenges.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for afull-time, tenure track faculty position as Assistant Professor ofAerospace Engineering in the Department of Mechanical Engineeringwith a preferred start date of August 2027. This is a nine-monthcontracted position and is for work to be performed in the state ofGeorgia.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate aerospace engineeringcourses.
• Developing and maintaining an active and externally fundedresearch program.
• Engaging in department, college, university and professionalservices appropriate to the position.
• Advancing the goals and strategic plan of KSU.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOCFaculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• An earned Terminal/Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent,in aerospace engineering or a closely related discipline isrequired at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Postdoctoral training
• Industrial experiences
• Strong publication record
• Grant proposal experience
• Prior teaching experience

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. CoverLetter
3. UnofficialTranscripts (Official Transcripts and Official InternationalCourse-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Names, phonenumbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references.
5. TeachingPhilosophy
6. ResearchInterest

Incomplete applications will not beconsidered.

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will beginimmediately. For full consideration, please apply by January15, 2027.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact TurajAshuri, [e-mail].

For technical support or assistance completing a job application,please contact the Shared Services Center at [phone]or [e-mail].

Forquestions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw StateUniversity, please contact the search chair listed under thecontact information section on each posting. For general questionsabout faculty jobs please email [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as thefoundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USGcommunity member is responsible for demonstrating and upholdingthese standards.More details on the USG Statement of CoreValues and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated inBoard Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom foundon-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an EqualEmployment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed tomaintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work andstudy. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law,Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the Universityprohibits harassment of or discrimination against any personbecause of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment,pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexualorientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity ornational origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, orveteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community oncampus, in connection with a University program or activity, or ina manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSUcommunity.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaintunder the provisions of this policy, students, employees,applicants for employment or admission or other third partiesshould contact the Office of Institutional Equity at EnglishBuilding, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgiabackground check policy, all final candidates will be required toconsent to a criminal background investigation. Finalcandidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history duringthe initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer ofemployment. Applicants for positions of trust with screeningresults which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will beingImmediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to includeprofessional references as part of their application process.Some positions may require additional job based screenings such asmotor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screeningand/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf