Visionary Aerospace Engineering Professor (Open Rank)

Rice University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Rice University in Houston, Texas invites applications for an open-rank Professor of Aerospace Engineering in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The appointment may be at Assistant, Associate, or Professor level with anticipated start date July 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will build a high-impact, externally funded research program and contribute to teaching and mentorship. We seek candidates advancing sustainable and AI-enabled aerospace systems, autonomous flight, and related

Qualifications

• PhD required by appointment.
• Strong candidate in aerospace engineering with a record of research impact.
• Commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Establish or sustain a nationally and internationally recognized research program.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate education through teaching and mentorship.
• Foster collaborations within Rice and with external partners, including industry and government.
• Engage in service to department, school, and profession.

Education

PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Rice University in Houston, Texas invites applications for an open-rank Professor of Aerospace Engineering in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The appointment may be at Assistant, Associate, or Professor level with anticipated start date July 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will build a high-impact, externally funded research program and contribute to teaching and mentorship. We seek candidates advancing sustainable and AI-enabled aerospace systems, autonomous flight, and related