(Open Rank) Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Astronautical Engineering

$114,000 - $136,000/Yr

University of Southern California - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Los Angeles, CA

101-250 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The University of Southern California (USC) is seeking applications for tenure-track and tenured faculty positions in the Department of Astronautical Engineering within the USC Viterbi School of Engineering. The positions are open to candidates at all ranks, with a focus on those who can contribute to research in technologies and systems for human and robotic operations in space. The department emphasizes diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Astronautical Engineering.
• Mentor undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral researchers.
• Develop and maintain a strong funded research program.
• Incorporate diversity and inclusion into research and teaching practices.

Requirements

• Earned doctoral degree in aerospace-related engineering, physics, or a related field.
• Strong research and publication record in Astronautical Engineering or related areas.
• Ability to teach and mentor students at various academic levels.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in technologies supporting human and robotic operations in space.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing women in science and engineering.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on rank and experience.
• Support for dual career families and a family-friendly environment.