Advanced Air Mobility Associate or Assistant Professor

About the role

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (http://www.mae.usu.edu/) at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) systems. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field. Candidates will be considered at either the assistant or associate professor level. This is an academic-year position (funded for 9-months) with an anticipated start date of August 2025.

Responsibilities

• Develop a significant externally funded research program that includes a strong record of peer-reviewed publications and graduate mentorship.
• Effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Actively participate in assigned department and university duties, and demonstrate leadership in relevant technical societies.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Assistant Professor: Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or closely related fields. A strong background in engineering fundamentals. Evidence of emerging research streams with potential for extramural support and publication.
  • Associate Professor: Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or closely related fields. A strong background in engineering fundamentals. Evidence of established research streams with potential for extramural support and publication.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
• Name and contact information for three professional references to be added to your Candidate Profile
• Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
• Teaching Philosophy to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”

University Highlights

• Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university.
• Utah State University is an R1 research institution, dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities.
• Utah State University is the nearest PhD-granting institution in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering to the Idaho National Laboratory, and is also in close proximity to Hill Air Force Base and other defense related organizations.
• Utah State University is committed to providing a high-quality and affordable education, and is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported.