Job Description
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.
About the University of Cincinnati The University of Cincinnati is a major research university ( situated in the heart of Cincinnati, a vibrant city with great economic and cultural strengths. The University's research portfolio encompasses science, medicine, business, education, engineering, technology, the humanities and the arts. Specific and cross-disciplinary areas of focus include analytics, digital media, precision cancer medicine, water, and urban futures. The UC College of Medicine and three (3) affiliated hospitals also provide unique opportunities for multidisciplinary research.
About The Department The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics is the second-oldest aerospace engineering program in the country. Flight pioneer Orville Wright played a key role in its formation, and Neil Armstrong, the first person on the Moon, was a faculty member. The department maintains strong ties with government research centers and the aerospace industry, both locally and nationally. The Department offers a fully ABET-accredited five-year B.S. degree in aerospace engineering with a mandatory coop program and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in both Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics. In addition, the Department has an Accelerated Engineering Degree (ACCEND) program where highly motivated students can get both B.S. and M.S. or B.S. and M.B.A. degrees in five (5) years and a semester. The Department has research focus areas in Controls & Dynamics, Fluids, Combustion & Propulsion, and Solids & Structural Dynamics, supported by nationally recognized laboratory facilities. For more information regarding the Department, please see the link: .
Job Overview The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics (AEEM) in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) at the University of Cincinnati (UC) invites applications for up to two (2) open-rank tenure-track/tenured faculty positions with a 9-month academic appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. All areas of aerospace engineering will be considered. The department is currently looking to expand its offerings in the following two broad areas:
- Space robotics and autonomy, astrodynamics, and spacecraft guidance, navigation and control (GNC).
- Computational fluid dynamics and physics-informed/-enhanced machine-learning modeling relevant to aerospace engineering applications, and especially in the area of computations related to high-speed propulsion.
Rank, tenure, salary and startup funding will be commensurate with the candidate's credentials and research plan.
Essential Functions - Teach graduate and undergraduate engineering courses offered in the department specific to their specialty area(s), as noted above, online and/or in a traditional classroom setting including but not limited to Computational Fluid Dynamics, senior capstone design courses, Compressible Flows, high temperature gas dynamics, Astrodynamics, Aerodynamics, Spacecraft Dynamics and Control.
- Advise graduate and undergraduate students
- Develop externally funded research programs
- Conduct research in their specialty area(s) and publish research results in professional journals
- Participate in professional service activities such as editorial review, student career mentoring, advising student organizations, serving on departmental, college and university committees, and performing outreach activities
- Participate in curriculum and course development
- Collaborate with faculty members in the relevant research clusters to develop nationally recognized research programs
Minimum Requirements Prior to the effective date of appointment, a PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or another closely related field.
Application Process Interested candidates should create an Applicant Profile and complete an online application. Please upload:
- Current CV/Resume
- Cover letter briefly describing your background and the position of interest.
- Statement of research interests and plans,
- Statement of teaching experience (if applicable) and interests,
- Names and contact information for at least three references.
Please use the 'Additional Documents' option as needed for these documents.
Additional documentation, such as letters of reference and
key publications (if applicable), may be requested separately by the search committee at a later stage.
Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled. Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. ( UC Benefits Link ) Highlights include:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 10-14% of your salary.
Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include: - Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here:
Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at
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The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer. REQ: 98706
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Assistant/Associate Professor, Aerospace Engineering, College of Engineering and Applied Science Date: May 21, 2025
Location:
Cincinnati, OH, US
Facility: Main Campus
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
Job Segment: Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Developer, Engineer, Engineering, Research, Technology
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