Research Assistant Professor-Hypersonics

Salary/Position Classification

• $90,000+ Annual, Dependent on Experience, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus

Purpose of Position

The University of North Dakota, College of Engineering & Mines, seeks to hire a Research Professor with a focus on experimental aerothermodynamics, atmospheric science, modeling/simulation, and propulsion. This position will be expected to support various research related to National Security. Successful candidates will support the University’s Hypersonic Initiative to grow UND’s portfolio of research programs related to national security. Supervise students working on various research projects. Publish research papers based on this work. Produce research grants and obtain external funding.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with a highly collaborative group across campus to meet the contracted objectives on various research projects.
• Develop new experimental high-speed flow facilities, including integration of novel weather impacts and projectile platforms. 
• Conduct innovative research in high-speed aerothermodynamics and cloud microphysics and work with students to disseminate the results.
• Mentor a diverse group of undergraduate and graduate students.
• Collaborate with people across campus to pursue external funding and create novel research proposals. 

Required Competencies

• Strong laboratory experimental background, such as wind tunnels, optics, projectiles, and cloud chambers.
• Experience with high-speed cameras and atmospheric research equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with a team to solve complex research problems.
  
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Atmospheric Sciences, Environmental Sciences, or a related field with a focus on aerothermodynamics or cloud microphysics.
• Established track record of conducting research and publishing the results in top tier conferences and/or journals.
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

Export Control Compliance:
This position requires compliance with U.S. government export control laws and regulations. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Person” (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C.1324b (a)(3)). UND will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position. Information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. export control laws and will be used in compliance with all laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors.

Preferred Qualifications

• History of successfully obtaining external research funding
• Prior experience leading a research team
• Experience working on projects in national security
  
  

To Apply

To assure full consideration, applications must be received by December 15, 2026 and include the following materials:

• Curriculum Vita
• One-page statement of research
• List of three references
• Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire.

Position is open until filled.