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Faculty Tenure Track-9 Mo

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We seek multiple outstanding candidates committed to building an externally funded research program consistent with expectations of R1 research institutions. Specific areas of interest are: 1) Space, including, autonomous systems for space vehicles, spacecraft propulsion, astronautics, spacecraft systems and design, satellite design, etc.; and 2) computational aerodynamics, with broad applications including, but not limited to, hypersonic vehicles, UAS, and advanced air mobility.

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Minimum Qualifications:

We seek candidates for these positions who have (or will have prior to start of employment) a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, or closely related discipline as appropriate. Candidates should have credentials commensurate with developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in engineering, a demonstration of scholarly impact, a record demonstrating the ability to participate in and build a high quality externally funded research program, with the associated ability to supervise research students at all levels, and an ability to participate in collegiate and professional service activities. Experience in teaching students, supervising students, and/or participating in research proposal development is desirable. The successful candidate would be expected to embrace collaborative research activities within the college as well as across and outside the university.

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Applicants should submit: a letter of application; a curriculum vitae; teaching, research, and service statements; and a list of at least four (4) references.

Additional Information:

The College of Aeronautics and Engineering is the fastest growing college at Kent State University, with growth supported by the addition of: new and innovative programs at undergraduate and graduate levels; the launch of the new Center for Advanced Air Mobility; the addition of over 40,000 square feet of teaching, research and collaborative spaces; a vibrant professional pilot program housed at the Kent State University airport with the largest collegiate fleet in Ohio; and the intentional integration of aeronautics, engineering, and engineering technology programs. We seek faculty who are prepared to be innovators - within the classroom, in practice, and the research lab. We encourage all applicants to visit the CAE website (www.kent.edu/cae) to learn more about the college and university.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.