Assistant or Associate Professor: Aerospace Engineering - University of Maryland Eastern Shore : Job Details

Position Title Assistant or Associate Professor: Aerospace Engineering Job Type Faculty Position Information

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is accepting resumes for a full-time, nine-month tenure-track position in Aerospace Engineering beginning Spring or Fall 2023 at the Assistant/Associate rank. UMES Engineering BS degree program includes four specialization areas: Aerospace, Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical. Currently, the Department of Engineering and Aviation Science is expected to launch a joint interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Applied Computing and Engineering and also a Master's program in Electrical and Mechatronics Engineering with concentrations in Mechatronics and Control; and Communications and Networking in Spring or Fall 2023.

Responsibilities

* Teach core undergraduate courses in aerospace and mechanical engineering fields.

* Develop and teach advanced courses and laboratories in Control, Space System Design, Space

* Navigation and Guidance, Unmanned Aerial System Design, etc. that are in the current engineering curriculum.

* Teach core and elective courses in the graduate level with a focus in Control and Mechatronics in the department.

* Initiate and pursue a vibrant research agenda in aerospace engineering or related fields that may lead to innovations.

* Develop grant proposals to secure research and educational funding.

* Publish in refereed journals and professional conferences.

* Serve on department, school, and University committees.

* Actively assist in the maintenance of ABET accreditation.

* Advise students

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Classification 25-0000 Education, Training, and Library Occupations Required Qualifications

* Ph.D. in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline by the start date of appointment.

* Record of excellence in research and innovation and excellence in scholarly publications.

* Background and expertise in, but not limited to, Control, Space System Design, Space Navigation and Guidance, and Unmanned Aerial System, etc.

* Commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

* Dedication to service in both the research community and the university.

* Must have a commitment to student advising and recruitment at the undergraduate and graduate level.

* Evidence of strong oral and written communication.

* Evidence of experience and knowledge of ABET accreditation.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

* Ability to work effectively and collegiality with faculty and staff in the department and the university and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

* Knowledge of teaching as well as a broad knowledge in aerospace engineering or mechanical engineering.

* Excellent public speaking and teaching skills.

* Effective written and verbal communication skills.

* Time management and organizational skills.

Certifications/Registrations

N/A

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

FLSA Exempt Salary Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F00172P Application/Resume deadline Open Until Filled Yes Resume/Application Process

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, letter of research interest, letter of teaching interest, and the names of three current professional (current or past supervisor) references including e-mail address and telephone number (references will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). Please visit to apply. The successful candidate must be able to accept employment in the United States without Employer Immigration sponsorship.

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