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University of Kentucky Assistant Professor in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering in Lexington, Kentucky
University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAssistant Professor in Mechanical & Aerospace EngineeringRequisition NumberFE03974Working TitleAssistant ProfessorDepartment Name8H090:OISTL/Engineering Distance LearningWork LocationPaducah, KYType of PositionFacultyPosition Time Status Full-TimeTenure Track StatusTenure TrackRequired EducationApplicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or closely related field). Candidates with specialties in all areas of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering will be considered.Required Related ExperienceNoneRequired License/Registration/CertificationNoneJob SummaryThe Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Kentucky invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. The position is with the University of Kentucky’s mechanical engineering program at the extended campus in Paducah, KY. The College of Engineering administers ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree programs in mechanical engineering and chemical engineering at Paducah, with a total of nine full-time faculty. The position is a 9-month appointment in the Special Title Series (tenure-eligible). Faculty in the Special Title Series has a typical distribution of effort of 70% teaching, 20% research, and 10% service. Applicants should have a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate education and the motivation to sustain a program of independent research and scholarship, the direction of undergraduate and graduate student research, and other independent and collaborative research endeavors. Research collaborations with local industry and faculty on the Lexington campus are encouraged. The anticipated start date is August 2024.Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or a closely related field). Candidates with specialties in all areas of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering will be considered. Candidates with teaching interests in Thermal-fluids, Experimentation, and/or Capstone Design are encouraged to apply. Candidates with a Professional Engineering (PE) license are preferred. Individuals currently employed in industry are encouraged to apply.Candidates should apply for the position (posting FE03974) online at https://ukjobs.uky.edu/ - https://ukjobs.uky.edu/; the priority deadline for acceptance of applications is March 15, 2024. To apply, please submit a cover letter (Cover Letter), current curriculum vitae (Curriculum Vita), a statement detailing teaching interests and experience (Specific Request 1), a statement of research interests (Specific Request 2), and the names of three to five references (Specific Request 3). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.For more information, contact Prof. Maddox, john.maddox@uky.edu. Information on the Paducah Programs can be found at: http://www.engr.uky.edu/paducah - http://www.engr.uky.edu/paducahThe University of Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity University. We encourage applications from all interested and qualified individuals.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to ApplyOpen Until FilledYesUniversity Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().1. * Where did you first see this position advertised, other than on the UK Jobs system? * InsideHigherEd.com HigherEdJobs.com* Diverse Issues in Higher Education* Higher Education Recruitment Consortium* InsightintoDiversity.com* Academic Keys* Latinos in Higher Education* Indeed.com* A colleague, friend, and/or family member* UK Job Fair* None of the aboveApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents1. Curriculum Vita2. Cover Letter3. Specific Request 14. Specific Request 25. Specific Request 3Optional Documents Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/PGgx4puA68dNQIWzkSPPjyPI240572670