Assistant Teaching Professor
Penn State University, University Park, TX, United States
Position Specifications
The Department of Aerospace Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for two full-time, non-tenure-line, professional track teaching faculty positions. The appointments will be at the faculty rank of
Assistant Teaching Professor . Successful candidates will teach in-person courses required in the undergraduate and graduate programs at the University Park campus, provide student academic advising, course and curricular design, and may support academic administration, during both the academic year and the summer. Candidates will also provide specific expertise to both the department’s academic programs and sponsored research in areas of particular need.
Employment Terms
This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in aerospace engineering, including specific subjects such as Space Systems (astronautics, orbital mechanics, space mission design and analysis, space system design) or Dynamics, Control and Vehicle Autonomy for aircraft and spacecraft, avionics, robotics, and advanced computing.
Provide student academic advising and mentorship to a diverse student population.
Participate in curriculum design and course development for the department’s undergraduate and graduate programs.
Support academic administration during the academic year and summer.
Conduct research in the designated areas of need within the department and support sponsored research projects.
Qualifications
Doctoral degree in aerospace engineering or a closely related field, obtained by date of appointment.
Demonstrated experience in research and instruction (both undergraduate and graduate) in the specified subject areas:
Space Systems
or
Dynamics, Control, and Vehicle Autonomy
(including avionics, robotics, and advanced computing).
Teaching excellence and enthusiasm for interacting with and mentoring a diverse student population.
Ability to contribute to all students’ sense of belonging.
Application Information
To apply, submit one PDF (≤5 MB) containing the following:
Cover letter articulating teaching interests, experience, and the specific AERSP courses qualified to teach (e.g., AERSP 309, 304, 413, 450, 424, 450, 460, 462, 558, 562).
Research interests in either of the targeted areas.
Curriculum vitae.
Contact information for three references.
Applications should be received by May 11, 2026.
Benefits
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, and a generous 75 % tuition discount available to employees and eligible spouses and children.
EEO is the Law
Penn State is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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The Department of Aerospace Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for two full-time, non-tenure-line, professional track teaching faculty positions. The appointments will be at the faculty rank of
Assistant Teaching Professor . Successful candidates will teach in-person courses required in the undergraduate and graduate programs at the University Park campus, provide student academic advising, course and curricular design, and may support academic administration, during both the academic year and the summer. Candidates will also provide specific expertise to both the department’s academic programs and sponsored research in areas of particular need.
Employment Terms
This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in aerospace engineering, including specific subjects such as Space Systems (astronautics, orbital mechanics, space mission design and analysis, space system design) or Dynamics, Control and Vehicle Autonomy for aircraft and spacecraft, avionics, robotics, and advanced computing.
Provide student academic advising and mentorship to a diverse student population.
Participate in curriculum design and course development for the department’s undergraduate and graduate programs.
Support academic administration during the academic year and summer.
Conduct research in the designated areas of need within the department and support sponsored research projects.
Qualifications
Doctoral degree in aerospace engineering or a closely related field, obtained by date of appointment.
Demonstrated experience in research and instruction (both undergraduate and graduate) in the specified subject areas:
Space Systems
or
Dynamics, Control, and Vehicle Autonomy
(including avionics, robotics, and advanced computing).
Teaching excellence and enthusiasm for interacting with and mentoring a diverse student population.
Ability to contribute to all students’ sense of belonging.
Application Information
To apply, submit one PDF (≤5 MB) containing the following:
Cover letter articulating teaching interests, experience, and the specific AERSP courses qualified to teach (e.g., AERSP 309, 304, 413, 450, 424, 450, 460, 462, 558, 562).
Research interests in either of the targeted areas.
Curriculum vitae.
Contact information for three references.
Applications should be received by May 11, 2026.
Benefits
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, and a generous 75 % tuition discount available to employees and eligible spouses and children.
EEO is the Law
Penn State is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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