Smead Endowed Chair in Space Technology

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Announcement:

The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) seeks an
outstanding scholar in space technology to become the Smead Endowed
Chair in Space Technology in the Ann and

H.J. Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences. This
tenured position is targeted at the level of Associate or Full
Professor and will include responsibility for developing and
leading an externally funded research group, teaching undergraduate
and graduate courses, and engaging in university and professional
service. Additionally, the Smead Endowed Chair will be a leader in
The Smead Program ,
helping the program grow to be the most prestigious Ph.D. aerospace
engineering fellowship program worldwide mentoring future leaders
in aerospace.

The Smead Endowed Chair in Space Technology recognizes leadership,
creativity, and technical excellence in space research. The
department is seeking an experienced faculty member in the area of
space technology research, a field that includes broad areas of
study related to technologies enabling space flight, atmospheric
re-entry of Earth or other bodies, technologies to sustain life in
space, space weather, space mission development, exploration of
solar system bodies, as well as space-based remote sensing
technologies. Tenured faculty in the department typically include
40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% leadership and service.

The Smead Endowed Chair in Space Technology will work closely with
the Smead Program Director and other program-affiliated faculty to
further enhance and raise the profile of The Smead Program.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

Who We Are

CU Boulder's Ann and H.J.
Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences (AES) is
nationally recognized, ranked #5 among public university peers by
U.S. Ne ws and World Report. AES is known for teaching and
research that address both challenges and opportunities facing the
aerospace profession. Students engage extensively through both
classroom-based and hands-on learning in our modern facilities. CU
Boulder aerospace alumni are working at top companies and research
labs, including the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Johnson Space
Center, BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin, and many other aerospace
companies and government institutions. Additionally, AES faculty
and alumni have founded several start-up companies, including Black
Swift Technologies, Advanced Space, and Blue Cubed.

AES is home to 60 tenure-track, research, and instructional
faculty, with over 550 graduate students, and over 1,200
undergraduates. AES’s vibrant community of engineers and scientists
tackle challenges in aerospace technology and science. The
Department had research awards of about $40 million last fiscal
year. Ongoing research activities in Smead Aerospace span five
focus areas:

• Astrodynamics and Satellite Navigation Systems (ASN)
• Autonomous Systems (AUT)
• Bioastronautics (Bio)
• Fluids, Structures, and Materials (FSM)
• Remote Sensing, Earth and Space Sciences (RSESS)

AES researchers and faculty are organized into four world-class
research centers to address multidisciplinary aerospace research
topics: the Aerospace Mechanics Research Center (AMReC); the
Research and Engineering Center for Uncrewed Vehicles (RECUV); the
Colorado Center for Astrodynamics Research (CCAR); and the BioServe
Space Technologies Center (BioServe). Individual faculty also have
their own laboratories to conduct aeronautics, astronautics, and
computational research.

Colorado is a national leader in aerospace and industry
partnerships, which play a key role in AES’s research and education
programs. According to the Colorado Space Coalition:

• Colorado ranks first in the nation for per-capita private

aerospace workers

• Colorado has the second largest aerospace economy
• Colorado has more than 400 aerospace companies providing

space-related products and services

• Colorado employs more than 190,000 individuals in space-related

jobs

Candidates are encouraged to learn more about the educational
mission of the department.

The Smead Program consists of
Ph.D. student scholars and faculty internationally recognized for
their research and character. The Smead Program is a strong
community who support one another’s continual growth and future
goals. Through regular connections with participants, alumni, and
leaders in the field, the program has built — and continues to grow
— a diverse network in the fields of industry, academia, and
government. The Smead Program is focused on leaders who will make
an impact that benefits not only the aerospace community, but the
future of humanity. The Smead Program is governed by The Smead
Program Steering Committee and informed by the Smead Department of
Aerospace Engineering Sciences, College of Engineering and Applied
Science, and program participants.

There are five main pillars of The Smead Program that contribute to
leadership, impact, and community:

• Scholars (PhD students)
• Faculty Fellows
• Byram Distinguished Visiting Professor
• Smead Endowed Chair of Space Technology
• Smead Post-Doctoral Fellow

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

The successful candidate will engage in partnership with members of
The Smead Program and support the program’s outreach, marketing,
and communications efforts, as well as assist in recruiting new
program participants.

What You Should Know

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What We Can Offer

• The anticipated academic year (9-month) base salary range for

this position is $130,000-$180,000 for an Associate Professor and
$170,000-$260,000 for a full Professor.

• A relocation stipend may be available within CEAS

guidelines.

• A recruitment incentive is available within Department

guidelines.

• As the Smead Endowed Chair in Space Technology, the successful

candidate will have access to annual discretionary funds of
$100,000. These funds may be used for costs such as travel,
supporting graduate students, equipment, publications, etc. The
Smead Endowed Chair in Space Technology may also use up to 10% of
the annual discretionary funds as an additional academic year
salary for their 9-month appointment.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
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What We Require

• A research doctorate in aerospace, aeronautical, or

astronautical engineering, or a closely related engineering or
physical/chemical science discipline.

• The ability to meet university standards and unit criteria

for tenure and appointment at the Associate Professor rank or full
Professor rank as applicable. These criteria generally include
having an established and ongoing program of original research, a
strong publication record, a demonstrated ability to obtain
external funding, and a record of high-quality teaching and
mentoring.

What You Will Need

• Candidates must have an understanding and appreciation for

aerospace engineering fundamentals, as well as excellent management
and organizational skills and a willingness to learn quickly.

• The department seeks candidates who are strongly interested in

or demonstrate effectiveness in teaching, mentoring, and inspiring
diverse students of all races, nationalities, and genders,
including first-generation college undergraduates. Additionally,
candidates must maintain an externally funded research program in
their technical area.

• The successful candidate will engage in partnership with

members of The Smead Program and support the program’s outreach,
marketing, and communications efforts, as well as assist in
recruiting new program participants.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with

the ability to teach and work in a highly collaborative
environment.

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