Assistant Professor of Computational Solid Mechanics​/Structures

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Department: Aerospace Engineering

Campus

Location:

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Range beginning around $100,000/yr, commensurate with qualifications

Work Schedule: Dependent on teaching assignment and research program needs; work is performed on-site and in person.

Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.

The Department of Aerospace Engineering in the College of Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Computational solid mechanics/structures.

We seek an innovative scholar and educator who will contribute to our academic programs and research profile. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop a productive research program, and provide service to the university and profession. This position is a 9-month appointment with an anticipated start in the Fall of 2027
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The Aerospace Engineering department is the seventh oldest in the nation. The department comprises twelve faculty members offering curricula in aeronautics and astronautics. The department is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and student success. A large fraction of our students work throughout the year in paid jobs at the 20+ companies on the Innovation Campus. In addition to the companies, the Innovation Campus is home to the National Institute of Aviation Research (NIAR), the new Deloitte Smart Factory@Wichita, the Advanced Virtual Engineering & Testing Lab (AVET), Hub for Advanced manufacturing & Research (HAMR) and the John Bardo Center, where both the Innovation Hub and GoCreate makerspaces are located.

We have state of the art facilities for robotics and automation; computer-aided design and manufacturing; 3D printing of plastics and metals; composites and coatings; mechanical, structural, and environmental testing; failure analysis; crash dynamics; extended reality; reverse engineering; multiple wind/water tunnels; and, a research machine shop. We are interested in outstanding candidates who are committed to excellence in teaching and scholarship and to a diverse campus climate.

Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into the course design and engage with industry and local business community applied projects. To advance knowledge through scholarly activities (e.g., active involvement in committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention initiative, outreach activities, etc.)

Essential Functions

Meet expectations for research, teaching, and service as set forth by the department and college.

Develop and teach courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate level in computational solid mechanics/structures. This includes designing curriculum and instructional materials, delivering high-quality instruction in various modalities (in-person, online, or hybrid), and assessing student learning. The faculty member will mentor and advise students, including supervising research projects or theses as appropriate, and incorporate applied learning opportunities (e.g., projects with industry or community partners) into the coursework whenever possible.

Establish and maintain an active research program in computational solid mechanics/structures. This includes publishing peer-reviewed scholarly work and disseminating results in academic venues. The faculty member is expected to seek external funding (grants or industry collaboration) to support research activities and, where applicable, engage in interdisciplinary projects or partnerships with industry. Excellence in scholarship should be…