How to Apply

To apply, please upload a cover letter, a current CV, a teaching statement, and a list of professional references to the Interfolio link https://apply.interfolio.com/186926

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Job Summary

The Michigan Aerospace Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan is seeking an LEO Lecturer III focused on teaching core aerospace undergraduate theoretical and laboratory courses and selected graduate courses. Candidates should have a strong interest and demonstrated experience in teaching undergraduate students and/or early-stage engineering professionals. Courses are offered during Fall and Winter terms. Candidates are also expected to participate in various departmental services, including but not limited to, advising student groups and serving on various departmental committees. The expected percentage effort for this position will be 100% effort.

Required Qualifications*

• PhD degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching undergraduate engineering courses in aerospace or mechanical engineering programs
• Demonstrated knowledge of aerodynamics and propulsion
• Exceptional communication (oral, written) skills
• Experience with, and a passion for, mentoring and developing future engineers and leaders

Desired Qualifications*

• Demonstrated record of scholarly work in the field of aerodynamics and propulsion
• Knowledge of scientific computing
• Laboratory teaching experience
• Ability and willingness to teach in all areas in the aerospace engineering curriculum

Course Description

The Michigan Aerospace Engineering Department has developed a curriculum devoted to covering the various topics in aerospace engineering: aerodynamics, propulsion, structures and materials, dynamics and control, systems engineering, and computation. While all areas will be considered, current needs focus on aerodynamics, propulsion, and laboratory courses.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

The position is subject to final administrative approval. 

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Selection Process

Review of candidates will begin immediately. Only complete application packets will be reviewed. The expected date by which the offer of appointment will be made is a projected start date of Fall 2026 term or until filled. Notification of hiring decision to all employees who have applied for this appointment opportunity will be made within fourteen (14) days after it has been filled.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.