Looking for Teaching Assistant Professor (Instructor) position in Aerospace Engineering Sciences in Boulder, CO
Posted 2025-04-06Job title: Teaching Assistant Professor (Instructor) position in Aerospace Engineering Sciences
Company: University of Colorado Boulder
Job description: Teaching Assistant Professor (Instructor) position in Aerospace Engineering Sciences
Requisition Number:
49820
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
Faculty
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
15-Oct-2023
Date Posted:
11-Jul-2023
Job Summary
The Ann and H.J. Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences (AES) at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a full-time Teaching Assistant Professor to teach in its undergraduate program. Candidates are sought who can teach all areas of our undergraduate curriculum with an emphasis on aerospace computing, systems engineering and aerospace vehicle design, senior capstone design, spacecraft dynamics, and/or propulsion.
While Teaching Assistant Professor (Instructor) is the anticipated hiring rank, Teaching Associate Professor (Senior Instructor) or Teaching Professor (Principal Instructor) ranks may be considered based on experience and qualifications. The person hired into this position will be a member of the AES faculty and will participate in course development and assessment, faculty governance, and university service. The position is anticipated to start in Fall 2024 but may start as soon as January 2024.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
CU Boulder's Ann and H.J. Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences is nationally known for teaching and research that address both challenges and opportunities facing the aerospace profession. Students work extensively on hands-on experiments in the Practical Innovation Through Learning, Observation, and Teaching (PILOT) Laboratory and design projects alongside expert faculty in the department's world-class research centers. CU aerospace alumni are working at top companies and research labs, including the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Johnson Space Center, The Boeing Company, and Lockheed Martin.
We are home to 58 tenure-track, research, and instructional faculty, over 550 graduate students, and over 1,100 undergraduates. Our vibrant community of engineers and scientists tackle challenges in aerospace technology and science.
Applicants are encouraged to visit the to understand the educational mission of the department, the specific courses that are taught in the undergraduate curriculum, and how they would specifically contribute to offering these courses.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Viable candidates should be capable of teaching a wide range of undergraduate aerospace engineering courses in both lecture and laboratory formats. A successful candidate in this position will typically teach 5 courses during the academic year. This position typically includes an effort allocation of 80% teaching and 20% service, although allocations may vary based appointment. Research is typically not included in this position unless related to engineering education.
What You Should Know
- The anticipated start is August 2024 with opportunity to start as soon as January 2024.
- Candidates who are invited for an in-depth interview will be expected to conduct a lecture on one or more of the topics identified in this opening.
- The anticipated salary range for this position at the Teaching Assistant Professor rank is $88,000 - $94,000 academic year salary.
- Qualified candidates will be considered for Teaching Associate Professor or Teaching Professor appointments. The full salary range is $88,000 - $110,000 dependent on rank.
- A relocation stipend is available within CEAS guidelines.
- In addition to a competitive salary, the University of Colorado Boulder offers
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the .
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What We Require
- PhD degree in either aerospace, aeronautical, or astronautical engineering, or a closely related field or a MS degree in either aerospace, aeronautical, or astronautical engineering, or a closely related field with 4 years of experience.
- For a candidate to be considered for appointment to the Teaching Associate Professor rank, the applicant must also have 6 years of teaching in either aerospace, aeronautical, or astronautical engineering, or a closely related field at a higher education level.
- For a candidate to be considered for an appointment to the Teaching Professor rank they must hold a record of distinction and undergo a successful review by the College of Engineering and Applied Science's PIRC committee.
- Viable candidates should be capable of teaching a wide range of undergraduate aerospace engineering courses in both lecture and laboratory formats. Specific areas of interest include aerospace computing, system engineering and aerospace vehicle design, senior capstone design, spacecraft dynamics, and/or propulsion.
- An understanding and appreciation for aerospace engineering fundamentals, as well as excellent management, communication, and organizational skills, along with a willingness to learn quickly is required.
- Applicants must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills along with the ability to teach and work in a highly collaborative environment.
- Candidates with prior university teaching experience in a relevant field and years of industry experience in a relevant field are encouraged to apply. Relevant fields are aerospace, aeronautics, astronautical engineering, or closely related fields.
To apply please submit the following materials as separate PDFs: * Resume/CV: A current curriculum vitae.
- Cover Letter: A one-page cover letter describing your interest in the position and summarizing your personal academic goals. This should be addressed to Smead Aerospace Engineering Sciences, University of Colorado Boulder.
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy: A two-page statement of your teaching interests which are relevant to the Aerospace Engineering Sciences curriculum.
- A Contributions to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement: A one- to two-page statement of how you plan to contribute to CU's efforts to become a more diverse, equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist university. For guidance in writing this statement, see
If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources Department using an approved online vendor. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version as an Optional document.
To guarantee full consideration please submit your application by October 15, 2023. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through (search by job title or requisition number: 49820). The University of Colorado Boulder conducts background checks for all final applicants.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: [email protected]
Expected salary: $88000 - 110000 per year
Location: Boulder, CO
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