Assistant Professor, Aerospace/Space Studies - Tenure Track

Position Information: DescriptionThe Department of Space Studies seeks appointment of one faculty member at the assistant professor level, tenure-track, in the area of Space Propulsion. This position will involve teaching, research, and service. The successful applicant will be expected to develop and grow a research program in space propulsion (40% effort). It is anticipated that the teaching load will be up to 4 courses per academic year (40% effort), dependent on department needs and the level of research being conducted. Graduate student advisement, research committee membership, as well as service to the scholarly community, University, and Department is expected to constitute an additional 20% of effort.

Space Studies is a strongly interdisciplinary program featuring a Ph.D. in Aerospace Sciences, an M.S. degree in Space Studies, and an undergraduate minor. This faculty position will enhance and complement the department’s current emphasis in this field. This position will require knowledge and teaching skills in the following disciplines: space propulsion, aerospace engineering, aerospace structures, aerodynamics, electric propulsion, thermal systems, aerodynamic reentry, guidance and control and hypersonics.

Duties & Responsibilities

• This position is for an Assistant Professor with a 9-month appointment. This position will be primarily focused on teaching and research with some service. It is anticipated that the teaching load will be up to 4 courses per academic year, dependent on department needs and the level of research being conducted.

Required Competencies

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Ability to lead a team of academic professionals.Ability to visualize and develop research, educational and outreach programs that serve North Dakota and the space community.Excellence in diversity and inclusion practices.

Minimum Requirements

Earned doctorate from a regionally accredited university.This position requires U.S. Citizenship due to federal governmnet contract(s).Successful completion of criminal history background check.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with proposal processes of potential funding agencies.Alignment of applicant’s research with funding agency opportunities and with departmental needs.Teaching experience at graduate level.Active membership in national or international professional organizations.Current professional contacts within the space academic, public service, or industry communities.

Minimum Hiring Salary

$70,000 per 9-month contract

Work Schedule/Start Date

9-month contract, August 16 to May 15, annually

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by February 1, 2022 and include the following materials:

Curriculum Vitae.Teaching, Research, and Service Statements.Names and contract information for a minimum of three references.

Position is open until filled.

Additional Information

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Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

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