Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Aerospace Engineering

Uasys; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Aerospace with an anticipated start date of August 2027.

The department seeks candidates with a strong background in Aerospace Engineering and focus areas including Autonomous Systems, Hypersonics, In-space Power & Propulsion, and related topics. Ph.D. by Aug 2027 is required; in-person teaching and collaboration across disciplines are essential.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in mechanical Engineering or a closely related field by the start of employment.
• Demonstrated potential for high-quality research and publications.
• Demonstrated engagement in collaborative research.
• Demonstrated experience in pursuit and receipt of competitive research funding.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Engage in high-quality research and secure competitive funding.
• Collaborate across disciplines and with ITAR-restricted research.
• Provide service to the department, university and profession.
• Maintain office hours, student advising, and participate in committee meetings.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

ITAR research ability

Collaborative research

Education

Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or closely related field

Job description

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Aerospace with an anticipated start date of August 2027.

The department seeks candidates with a strong background in Aerospace Engineering and focus areas including Autonomous Systems, Hypersonics, In-space Power & Propulsion, and related topics. Ph.D. by Aug 2027 is required; in-person teaching and collaboration across disciplines are essential.