Lecturer - Aero/Astro Engineering

Req Id: 32103

Job Title: Lecturer - Aero/Astro Engineering

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

Job Summary

The School of Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering (AAE) at Purdue University invite applications for a Lecturer position in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering with specialization in propulsion, preferred. This position is non-faculty rank, full-time, academic year (9 month, with opportunity for summer teaching appointment), staff teaching position with continuing appointment beginning in January 2027.

The position includes the following duties:

• Teaching undergraduate courses and possible graduate courses in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering, primarily in propulsion.

• Teaching load is 18 credits per year.

• The individual will be assigned as the instructor-of-record for the courses taught and have autonomy to develop and deliver course content as appropriate (including: development of appropriate syllabi, assessment methods, grading and grade reporting, office hours, etc.)

• Collaboration with other faculty (i.e., course coordinators) will be expected to ensure consistency across sections and semesters.

• Hold all classes in accord with the university academic calendars and be flexible in course assignments and teaching times according to program needs.

• Assist with other duties related to teaching and mentoring students, as needed.

Benefits Eligibility

YES

Education

Successful candidates for the position must have completed a M.S., Ph.D. preferred, in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering, or a related discipline by the position start date. Evidence of teaching effectiveness is preferred. Experience teaching online; and significant non-academic workplace experience are preferred. In addition, successful candidates will have demonstrated skills in innovative pedagogical techniques and project/problem-based learning.

Application Procedure

To apply, please visit careers.purdue.edu. Applications must include: 1) Curriculum Vitae, 2) Recent research paper or other writing sample, 3) Cover letter of interest, 4) Teaching Statement, and 5) contact information for three references.

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Posting Start Date: 5/18/26