Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Space Studies Department
About The Position
The Department of Space Studies at the University of North Dakota seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Human Factors. This 9-month appointment is primarily focused on teaching and research, with service responsibilities. The position is based onsite at UND’s Grand Forks campus and is anticipated to begin January 1, 2027. The successful candidate will develop and grow a human factors research program, with approximately 30% effort devoted to research. Teaching is expected to comprise approximately 50% of effort, with a load of up to four courses per academic year depending on departmental needs and research activity. The remaining 20% of effort is expected to include graduate student advising, research committee membership, and service to the scholarly community, University, and Department. The position will enhance and complement Space Studies’ interdisciplinary academic programs, which include a Ph.D. in Aerospace Sciences, an M.S. in Space Studies, and an undergraduate minor. Relevant subject areas include human factors engineering, ergonomics, human-system integration, aerospace physiology, space medicine principles, human performance, habitability, anthropometry and biomechanics, human-computer interaction, workload and situational awareness, environmental effects on human performance, and human factors for space exploration missions.
Requirements
- Earned doctorate in Aerospace Sciences, Human Factors, or Astronautics from a regionally accredited university.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to lead a team of academic professionals.
- Ability to develop research, educational, and outreach programs serving North Dakota and the space community.
- Successful completion of a criminal history records check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the needs and proposal processes of potential funding agencies.
- Established history of externally funded research and publication.
- Current extramural funding.
- Graduate-level teaching experience.
- Research aligned with funding agency opportunities and departmental needs.
- Active membership in national or international professional organizations.
- Current professional contacts within space academic, public service, or industry communities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and grow a research program in human factors.
- Teach up to four courses per academic year, depending on department needs and the level of research being conducted.
- Advise graduate students and serve on research committees.
- Provide service to the scholarly community, University, and Department.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
