Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics - Assistant Professor - 521255
Company: University of Alabama
Location: Tuscaloosa
Posted on: April 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics - Assistant Professor -
521255
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Engineering
Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty
Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Closing at: May 31 2024 at 22:55 CDT
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Department/Organization
214211 - Aerospace and Engineering Mechanics
Rank
Assistant Professor
Position Summary
The Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics (AEM) department is
recruiting multiple tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of
Assistant Professor. The following areas of research expertise are
to be emphasized in the search: 1. Aerospace Structures and
Materials 2. High Speed Aerodynamics 3. Space Systems/Flight
Detailed Position Information
The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics (AEM) and the
College of Engineering at The University of Alabama invite
applications for multiple tenure-track and tenured faculty
positions at all ranks, including Assistant, Associate, and Full
Professor levels, within the department. Candidates applying to
this particular posting should be intending to apply for a position
at the rank of Assistant Professor. Applications from candidates
with appropriate experience and a strong record of scholarly
productivity and impact who would seek appointment at the rank of
Associate or Full Professor are encouraged to apply through related
postings at those other positional levels. Candidates from
under-represented groups in engineering are strongly encouraged to
apply.
Candidates with research interests across all domains relevant to
aerospace engineering and mechanics are encouraged to apply.
Candidates with particular research emphasis and interests in the
areas of aerospace structures & materials, high speed aerodynamics,
space systems/flight, hypersonic systems, and additive and advanced
manufacturing (including in-space and point-of-need manufacturing)
are of particular interest for one or more of these positions and
thus are strongly encouraged to apply. The AEM department and
College are looking to both: (1) add faculty who will build upon
existing strengths in the Department, College, and University and
(2) add faculty who will expand the scope of research here within
the department, College, and UA as a whole.
(https://eng.ua.edu/departments/aerospace-engineering-and-mechanics/
).
The AEM Department has a sustained enrollment of 500 BSAE students
and has recently appeared on the ASEE list of the top 20 BSAE
producers in the nation. The Department also has an active MS and
PhD program in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics supporting both
residential and distance education students with a total graduate
enrollment of over 150 students. Major research facilities in the
Department include a $2M commitment for a new 8" X 8" cross-section
Aerolab tunnel that can operate at Mach 1.3 to 3.8 range equipped
with a 10" Schlieren system and 2 axis sting balance, and $3M
mechanical fatigue testing laboratory with mutliaxial,
thermomechanical fatigue, high/low temperature, and component
testing facilities.
The Department of Aerospace Engineering Mechanics and the College
of Engineering consider teaching, research, and service as the
three critical and complimentary portions of their overall mission.
Candidates must demonstrate a clear potential to successfully
develop, lead, and extramurally fund a highly productive research
group with significant scholarly impact in a focus area with long
term potential to further build upon the rapid rise and great
success of the AEM department and the UA College of Engineering. An
ability to collaborate with existing faculty in the key focus areas
both within the AEM Department and the College of Engineering, as
well as potential colleagues across the campus, is also highly
desirable. The College of Engineering and the Department of
Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics also pride themselves on the
outstanding educational experience provided to their students, and
thus faculty candidates must demonstrate an ability to develop and
teach classes at both the undergraduate and graduate level in the
faculty member's area(s) of expertise as well as to teach courses
that support the delivery and accreditation of the Department's
core degree programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must have an earned doctorate in Aerospace Engineering,
Engineering Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science
and Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited
institution. Applicants must have conducted prior research work and
have a record of impactful scholarly publications in refereed and
other professional journals and venues.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated record of high-quality research and scholarly
publications that is recognized nationally and/or internationally.
Significant record of scholarship in an engineering department with
undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Post-doctoral
experience or other similar post-graduate experience. Exceptional
communication and interpersonal skills.
Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Required application documents include: (1) cover letter that
includes both the department name and rank of position for which
the candidate is applying, (2) a resume/curriculum vitae, (3) a 5
to 10 page statement of research interests and plans, (4) a one to
two page statement of teaching interests and plans, and (5) the
names and contact information for at least four references. Review
of applications will begin immediately and search will continue
until the positions are filled.
About the College of Engineering
As the premier flagship university for the state of Alabama and as
one of the first five universities in the nation to offer
engineering instruction, The University of Alabama has more than
175 years of proud engineering history. UA's College of Engineering
is committed to conducting leading-edge basic research that
advances the frontiers of science and engineering, translating
fundamental advancements through applied research into impactful
solutions for many of the challenges facing humankind, providing
unparalleled educational experiences and opportunities for our
students at both the undergraduate and graduate level, producing
the next generations of engineering and computer science scholars
and professionals who will positively shape the future around us,
and providing service to our many professional disciplines and to
the community, state, and nation to continue to advance our
professions, the economy, and opportunities and lives of all those
whom we impact.
The College of Engineering is comprised of seven departments: (1)
Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, (2) Chemical and Biological
Engineering, (3) Civil, Construction, and Environmental
Engineering, (4) Computer Science, (5) Electrical and Computer
Engineering, (6) Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, and (7)
Mechanical Engineering. These seven departments deliver 15
different undergraduate degree programs and 16 different graduate
degree programs. Overall the College enrolls approximately 6,000
students, making it one of the largest colleges out of the
approximately 40,000 students on the UA campus.
While the university has been on a constant mission to advance in
every aspect of its operations since its inception, The University
of Alabama has in particular seen transformative growth in its
research enterprise over the past decade. Since 2014, research
activity as measured by yearly total research awards has more than
tripled, growing by more than 330%. More recently, in June 2019 the
UA Office for Research & Economic Development (ORED) launched its
most recent five-year strategic plan. That plan for the 2019-2024
period - emanating from UA's overarching goal to, "increase the
University's productivity and innovation in research, scholarship,
and creative activities that impact economic and societal
development," - focuses on six strategic themes: (1) Research
Environment, (2) Alabama Research Institutes, (3) Transformative
Initiatives, (4) Translating Intellectual Property, (5) Economic
and Business Engagement, and (6) Assessing Progress and Impact. The
overall goal of ORED's strategic plan when initiated in 2019 was to
help the University double its research enterprise in five years
and position itself firmly as one of the premier comprehensive
research institutions in the southeastern United States and the
country as a whole. Through the efforts of the University, ORED,
and in particular the departments, centers, and faculty of the
College of Engineering, UA's research enterprise has indeed surged
dramatically higher in just the last four years. In the last four
fiscal years alone (2019-2022), total sponsored awards across UA
have increased by more than 80% and are well on track to more than
double by the end of the strategic plan period in 2024. This growth
rate strengthens UA's position as one of the two fastest growing
research institutions in the nation. For the College of Engineering
specifically, total research awards have more than doubled in the
last five years, growing by 250% in 2023 from their level in
2018.
This constantly increasing volume of research and the educational
activities of the College of Engineering are supported by both a
tremendous faculty and staff and by a set of outstanding facilities
that are the envy of its peers. The College of Engineering
currently has more than 170 faculty members, and is in a period of
rapid faculty growth having added more than 20 faculty last year
and with plans to add an additional approximately 30 faculty this
year. In terms of facilities, the College of Engineering has one of
the largest overall footprints of any college at UA, currently
occupying all or significant portions of 15 different facilities
across campus. Some of the most recent additions to that space are
the state-of-the-art facilities provided for many of the
departments in the College by the recently completed Shelby Science
and Engineering Quad that was built at a cost approaching $400
million. In addition to the traditional engineering departments,
there are more than 10 different major research centers housed
within the College that span research areas ranging from
cybersecurity to additive manufacturing to functional polymers to
water to transportation to many more. These centers bring together
faculty from across the College and from around the University to
tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing humankind and
the planet today and well into tomorrow.
Overall, with its hundreds of award-winning faculty and staff
members, its outstanding and growing student body, its tremendous
array of state-of-the-art facilities, its diverse offerings of
nationally accredited degree programs, and the strong support of
its local, state, and national partners, the UA College of
Engineering has positioned itself for continued success and rapid
advancement as a leader in engineering science, education, and
practice. The College is looking for new faculty who want to build
or continue their career in a dynamic organization with unlimited
potential.
About The University of Alabama
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama
System, is the state's flagship university. UA shapes a better
world through its teaching, research and service. With a global
reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive,
forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a
beautiful, student-centered campus.
A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative
inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. The
University of Alabama has R1: Doctoral Universities - Very High
Research Activity status by the Carnegie Classification of
Institutions of Higher Education and is among the top doctoral
research universities in the United States.
As the state's largest higher education institution, UA drives
economic growth in Alabama and beyond.
About Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa is so much more than a college town.
It's a vibrant community that's filled with legendary history.
Located along the Black Warrior River, the city features a walkable
downtown that's complete with live music, locally owned shops,
outdoor spaces to explore and local restaurants to meet every
palate. With a geography ranging from suburban to rural, the area
offers a variety of housing options along with excellent public and
private schools and a wealth of recreational and entertainment
options.
With a metro area population of 235,000, the Druid City lies about
an hour southwest of Birmingham, in west-central Alabama. It's
within a few hours' drive of Gulf Coast beaches and major cities
like Nashville, New Orleans and Atlanta, making it a great base for
growing better acquainted with the South's finest offerings.
Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a
pre-employment background investigation and information obtained
from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction
reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT
automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this
position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative
behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the
prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring
decision is made.
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational
Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability
or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against
because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of
this institution are protected under Federal law from
discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out
more. "EEO is the Law"
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