Senior Faculty Position in Aerospace Engineering

Columbia University in the City of New York; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 150.000 - 250.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Columbia University in the City of New York's Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science invites applications for a tenured, chaired, full professor position in Aerospace Engineering. This senior leadership role will guide SEAS’ strategic expansion of research and education in aerospace engineering.

The appointment will be in the School of Engineering and Applied Science, with departmental affiliation determined in consultation with the candidate.

Formación

• Outstanding research credentials.
• Excellent teaching credentials.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in academic program development.

Responsabilidades

• Lead Aerospace Engineering programs and faculty within SEAS.
• Advance research and education initiatives in Aerospace Engineering.
• Collaborate with government agencies and industry to translate research to impact.

Descripción del empleo

Columbia University's Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) invites applications for a tenured, chaired, full professor position in Aerospace Engineering. This is a senior faculty leadership role representing SEAS’ strategic commitment to expanding research and education programs in Aerospace Engineering.

We seek an exceptional scholar and leader with established expertise in aerospace engineering. Areas of emphasis include, but are not limited to: space systems, materials and structures, computation, sensing, communications, space-based computing and networking, fluid dynamics, propulsion and sustainable aviation, autonomy and AI. Aerospace systems of interest range from spacecraft and satellites to commercial transportation, EVTOLS, drones, and novel flight systems. Applicants must have a demonstrated record of outstanding research accomplishments, excellent teaching credentials, and translation of fundamental research to real-world impact through collaborations with government agencies and industry. Candidates should also have demonstrated leadership capabilities for guiding the development and expansion of Aerospace Engineering programs and faculty within the school.

This position is intentionally structured to maximize flexibility and attract an exceptional candidate. The appointment will be in the School of Engineering and Applied Science, with departmental affiliation(s) determined in consultation with the candidate.