Job Description

The Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor position in the area of Advanced Additive Manufacturing. This is a research-focused, non-tenure-track faculty position based on the Daytona Beach Campus.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will contribute to the university's growing research portfolio by conducting externally sponsored research in advanced additive manufacturing and related aerospace applications. In addition to research responsibilities, the position includes limited teaching assignments at the undergraduate level.

The Research Assistant Professor will collaborate with faculty, students, industry partners, and funding agencies to advance innovative manufacturing technologies and support the university's mission of excellence in aerospace education and research.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct high-quality sponsored research in advanced additive manufacturing and related areas.
• Develop and submit competitive research proposals to federal agencies, industry sponsors, and other funding organizations.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at professional conferences.
• Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students engaged in research activities.
• Support laboratory operations, experimental testing, and data analysis.
• Teach undergraduate courses as assigned.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams across the university and with external partners.
• Participate in professional service activities that support the research mission of the university.
• Work may occasionally occur outside normal business hours to accommodate laboratory experiments, proposal deadlines, and conference travel. Limited domestic travel for conferences and research collaborations may be required.

Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace

As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university.

For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery.

As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
• Personal Leave: Relax with 12 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or other doctorate-level equivalent in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated expertise in advanced additive manufacturing.
• Strong background in experimental research methods.
• Ability to conduct and manage sponsored research projects.
• Ability to teach undergraduate engineering courses.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative academic and research environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Record of scholarly publications in additive manufacturing or related fields.
• Experience securing or contributing to externally funded research projects.
• Experience working with aerospace manufacturing applications.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

Application process/requirements

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311589. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter
• Full CV
• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.

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