Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor, or Teaching Professor

Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor, or Teaching Professor

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Position type: Full-Time 9-Month
Department: 060100 - Aerospace Engineering
Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Categories: Faculty
Position Open Date: Oct 24 2025

The Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor, or Teaching Professor of Aerospace Engineering is under the administrative supervision of the Department Head of Aerospace Engineering and will serve as a professional faculty member. Specific activities include teaching, service and advising students in the Aerospace Engineering program.

Salary Grade : UC

For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

The ASE department offers an enriching undergraduate program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree, as well as challenging and exciting graduate programs leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Founded in 1935, the aerospace engineering program is one of the most established in the nation. Aerospace engineers are primarily focused on the design, fabrication, testing, and analysis of aircraft and spacecraft.

August 16, 2026

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Aerospace Engineering.
• Supervise research of graduate students.
• Engage in scholarly activities resulting in journal and conference papers.
• Serve as an active member of the technical community and participate in the activities of professional and/or technical societies.

A PhD in aerospace engineering or a closely related field is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
Rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Preferred qualifications include teaching experience, a substantial record of peer-reviewed publications.

A PhD in aerospace engineering or a closely related field is required. PhD candidates will be considered contingent upon completion of their degree. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

Typical office environment.

Interested parties must apply online jobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter, complete curriculum vitae that includes a list of references, and a teaching statement. Applicant screening will begin March 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

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Advertised: Oct 24 2025 Central Daylight Time
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