Open Rank Faculty Position in Aerospace Engineering
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High offer value due to competitive salaries, chance to lead a new program, and support from a prestigious academic institution.
- Lead a new Aerospace Engineering program at Columbia University
- Highly competitive salary and benefits
- Prestigious position within a top-tier academic institution
Pros
- Potential for career advancement within academia
- Leading the development of a new Aerospace Engineering program
- Competitive salary range aligned with industry standards
Cons
- High expectations for research contributions
- Possible pressure from administrative duties in program development
- Competitive application process for tenure-track positions
Who it's for
Tenured Professors / Early Career Faculty • In-person, tenure-track
Good fit
- Experienced faculty in aerospace or related disciplines
- Academics aiming to grow leadership roles
- Researchers keen on curriculum innovation
Not recommended for
- Candidates without a PhD or significant research history
- Those unfamiliar with aerospace engineering principles
- Individuals seeking non-research roles
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
The Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) welcomes applications for a tenure-track faculty position at any rank, in the broad field of Aerospace Engineering. Areas of emphasis include, but are not limited to: spacecraft design and engineering, autonomous flight systems, smart/adaptive materials for aerospace systems, hypersonic materials, generative AI for aerospace systems, remote sensing and communications, hypersonic fluid dynamics and control, advanced and sustainable propulsion systems, extraterrestrial exploration, bioastronautics, aerospace medicine, and life support systems. Aerospace systems of interest range from spacecraft and satellites to commercial transportation, EVTOLS, drones, and novel flight systems. Candidates are additionally encouraged to consider the intersection of their proposed areas of research with departmental- and school-wide initiatives relating to energy and sustainability, biomechanics, nano/micro technology, medicine, and artificial intelligence. Candidates should demonstrate a strong history and track record in the Aerospace discipline.
The candidate will fit into one (or more) of the following relevant departments in the School of Engineering: Biomedical Engineering; Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics; Electrical Engineering; and Mechanical Engineering. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its professional equivalent by the starting date of the appointment in one of these (or related) fields. Applicants for this position at the Assistant Professor and Associate Professor without tenure levels must have the potential to do pioneering research and to teach effectively. Applicants for this position at the tenured level (Associate or Full Professor) must have a demonstrated record of outstanding research accomplishments, excellent teaching credentials, and established leadership in the field. Candidates at all potential ranks must be able to lead the development of a new Aerospace Engineering program within the school.
For additional information and to apply, please see the following link: http://engineering.columbia.edu/faculty-job-opportunities . Applications should be submitted electronically to apply.interfolio.com/175699 and include the following: a curriculum vitae including a publication list, a research statement including a description of research accomplishments, a statement of teaching interests and plans, contact information for three experts who can provide letters of recommendation, and three selected pre/reprints of scholarly work.
Applications received by December 1, 2025 will receive full consideration, and the position will remain open until filled.
Hiring Salary Range: Assistant Professor (without tenure): $112,000-$145,000; Associate Professor (without tenure): $116,000-$163,000; Associate Professor (with tenure): $123,000-$175,000; Full Professor (with tenure): $134,000-$305,000.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Pay Transparency Disclosure
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
