Open Rank Faculty in Aerospace Engineering

  • Professor
  • Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautics

North Carolina State University (NC State) invites applications and nominations for one or more tenure-track faculty positions in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE). Appointments will be targeted at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels, however applications from exceptional candidates at Full Professor rank will also be considered.

Applicants are expected to have a doctoral degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other closely related fields, before the start date of the position. The search is for all areas of aerospace engineering including, but not limited to: space flight, atmospheric flight, propulsion, aerospace vehicle design, flight dynamics and control, unmanned/autonomous aerospace systems, advanced structures, aerodynamics and aeroacoustics.

Successful applicants should demonstrate interest and capabilities for developing active, internationally visible, externally sponsored research programs. The candidates should demonstrate a commitment to effective teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The expected start date is as early as Spring 2021. Applications received before September 1 will be given priority review.

  • NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

    If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

    Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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