Job Details
Assistant / Associate Professor, Aerospace Engineering
Description
Type: Full-Time
Posted: 10/13/2025
Category: Aerospace Engineering
Assistant / Associate Professor – Aerospace Engineering
University of Nevada, Reno (Main Campus)
Job ID: R0149322
Position Summary
The Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor to support the growth of the Aerospace Engineering Program.
Faculty duties include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, supervising graduate students, conducting research, securing external funding, and participating in university and professional service.
With a $36 million Gillemot Foundation donation, UNR is expanding aerospace programs and facilities, including BS, MS, and PhD degrees.
Required Qualifications
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Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field.
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Record of research and teaching excellence.
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Ability to contribute to existing departmental strengths.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in:
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Space systems and exploration
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Launch and space transportation
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Satellites and spacecraft systems
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Orbital mechanics and space environment
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Planetary and deep space exploration
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Space manufacturing
Outstanding researchers with a strong teaching record are encouraged to apply.
Compensation & Benefits
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Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor, Tenure-Track, 9-Month
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Salary: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience
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Retirement: 19.25% University match, vested from day one
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Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, educational benefits, and moving allowance
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Learn more: UNR Benefits
College & Department Overview
UNR’s College of Engineering is an R1 research institution supporting over $33 million in research annually.
Facilities include:
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William N. Pennington Engineering Building with ISO-5 cleanroom
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High-Performance Computing facility
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FAA Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Site
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Research in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, energy, and robotics
Location
Reno, Nevada — a growing technology hub in the Sierra Nevada, just 45 minutes from Lake Tahoe. The region offers exceptional recreation, cultural diversity, and proximity to leading tech industries (Tesla, Google, Panasonic).
Application Requirements
Submit the following:
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Resume/CV
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Cover Letter (with qualifications)
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Three professional references
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Statement of Research Philosophy & Future Plans
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Statement of Teaching Philosophy & Course Interests
📅 Review of applications begins: November 15, 2025
(Open until filled)
Contact:
Search Committee Chair – Matteo Aureli
📧 maureli@unr.edu
Apply at:
UNR Careers – Assistant/Associate Professor, Aerospace Engineering
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Nevada, Reno is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.