Tenure-Track Positions
1) Assistant/Associate Professor, Fall 2024
Artificial Intelligence in Aerospace Engineering
The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at The University of Texas at Austin invites applicants for a full-time faculty position at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor or tenured Associate Professor (depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate) that is broadly focused on artificial intelligence in aerospace engineering.
Specific methodological areas of interest include but are not limited to learning, perception, knowledge representation, statistics, uncertainty quantification, reasoning, planning, optimization, control, natural language processing and emerging computing and sensing paradigms.
Candidates are encouraged to view these areas of interest in the broadest sense when determining whether they are well suited for this position. They will also be expected to have a demonstrated interest in the application of these areas to aerospace engineering.
The department’s values include scholarship, impact, integrity, diversity, collaboration, and inclusivity. To these ends, we are committed to supporting the success of all members of our community: students, staff, and faculty. A successful candidate can expect to benefit from and contribute to those efforts.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in engineering, computer science, or a related area. The successful candidate will be expected to create undergraduate and graduate learning environments that address the needs of students from a variety of backgrounds, with differing learning styles and abilities. Further, the successful applicant will be expected to develop an externally sponsored research program, mentor graduate students, collaborate with other faculty, and be involved in service to the university and profession.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should submit the following materials:
(1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement, (5) mentoring statement, and (6) a list of three references.
Candidates should address their submission to the AI in Aerospace Engineering Faculty Search Committee. Evaluation of applications will begin on November 1, 2023, and will continue until an appropriate candidate is identified.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an Employment Eligibility Verification form and provide documents to verify identity and eligibility to work in the USA. A security sensitive background check will be conducted on the applicant selected.
Please address questions to Prof. John-Paul Clarke, the AI in Aerospace Engineering Faculty Search Committee Chair (johnpaul@utexas.edu).
Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Apply Now
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
2) Tenured or Tenure-Track Faculty Positions, Fall 2024
Computational Engineering
The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at The University of Texas at Austin has two tenured or tenure-track faculty positions beginning Fall 2024 in the area of Computational Engineering. This search is conducted jointly with the Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences. We are interested in all areas of computational engineering, with particular emphasis on the broad areas of computational mechanics, numerical methods for partial differential equations, and high-performance computing. The first position is a 100% appointment in the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics with the option of an affiliation with the Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences. The second position is a joint position that will have 50% teaching duties in the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics and 50% in the Oden Institute’s Computational Science, Engineering and Mathematics graduate program. Both positions are open to applicants at all ranks: assistant, associate, and full professor, including the possibility of appointment as a chaired professor for candidates with exceptional qualifications.
The department’s values include scholarship, impact, integrity, diversity, collaboration, and inclusivity. To these ends, we are committed to supporting the success of all members of our community: students, staff, and faculty. A successful candidate can expect to benefit from and contribute to those efforts.
For more information about the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics, please visit http://www.ae.utexas.edu. For more information on the Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, please visit https://www.oden.utexas.edu.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in engineering or a related field. The successful candidate will be expected to create undergraduate and graduate learning environments that address the needs of students from a variety of backgrounds, with differing learning styles and abilities. Further, the successful applicant will be expected to develop an externally sponsored research program, mentor graduate students, collaborate with other faculty, and be involved in service to the university and profession.
Application Instructions
Applicants will be considered for both positions, but may express a preference for one position over the other in their cover letter. Interested applicants should submit the following materials:
(1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement, (5) mentoring statement, and (6) three letters of reference at the assistant professor rank and five for tenured positions. For those applying at the tenured rank, use the additional “Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation” for your additional requests. Instructions for requesting confidential letters of recommendation can be found at https://product-help.interfolio.com/en_US/managing-letters-and-requests/request-letters-of-recommendation
Candidates should address their submission to the Computational Engineering Faculty Search Committee. Applications received by November 15, 2023 are assured full consideration, but the search will continue until an appropriate candidate is identified.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an Employment Eligibility Verification form and provide documents to verify identity and eligibility to work in the USA. A security sensitive background check will be conducted on the applicant selected.
Please address questions to Prof. Karen Willcox, the Computational Engineering Faculty Search Committee Chair (kwillcox@oden.utexas.edu) and Prof. Clint Dawson, the Computational Engineering Faculty Search Committee Ex Officio Member (clint.dawson@austin.utexas.edu). **For application questions, contact Traci Laird (traci@utexas.edu).
Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Apply Now
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Professional Track Positions
The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at The University of Texas at Austin seeks to develop a pool of candidates at the rank of lecturer or senior lecturer for possible temporary/non-tenure track full or part-time positions to teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Positions are not available every semester and are contingent upon student enrollment and availability of funding. Appointments are usually made on a semester-by-semester basis, though sometimes a year-long appointment can be made. Positions are annually renewable, contingent on funding and performance. Salary is dependent on position and qualifications.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position are expected to have a doctoral degree in engineering or equivalent and previous teaching experience is preferred. *In rare instances a Master's Degree with sufficient expertise and experience may qualify.
Application Instructions
Apply online: apply.interfolio.com/132254 Only complete applications will be considered.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
