The Department of Space Studies seeks appointment of one faculty member at the assistant professor level, tenure-track, in the area of Satellite Engineering.This position will involve teaching, research, and service. The successful applicant will be expected to develop and grow a research program in satellite engineering (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.
The projected start date for the position is August 16, 2024.
Space Studies is an 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 engineering, aerodynamics, space propulsion, satellite design, aerospace structures, thermal systems, aerodynamic reentry, guidance and control, electric propulsion and hypersonics. Duties & Responsibilities: This position is for an Assistant Professor with a 9-month appointment. The 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.
Other Candidate Preferences:
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.
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 12/31/2023 and include the following materials:
• A letter of application,
• Curriculum Vitae,
• teaching, research, and service statements, and
• contract information for three references.
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Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
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Categories: Tenure/Tenure-track Faculty
Department: Space Studies
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