Professor – Tenure Track / Faculty Position in Aviation & Space Sciences

About the role

We are seeking qualified candidates for tenure‑track or appointed faculty positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor within the Faculty of Aviation and Space Sciences. The successful academic will join a rapidly growing public university in Sivas, Turkey, and contribute to teaching and research in aeronautical, astronautical and related engineering disciplines.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses in aviation, space and propulsion engineering.
• Lead and participate in research projects focused on propulsion technologies, aircraft and spacecraft design.
• Supervise master’s and doctoral theses, mentor junior faculty and students.
• Secure external funding from national and international agencies and industry partners.
• Collaborate with defense companies and research institutions on applied technology development.

Required profile

• PhD degree (or equivalent) in aeronautical engineering, astronautical engineering, rocket engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong publication record in relevant scientific journals.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain research grants.
• Willingness to work in a multidisciplinary environment and contribute to the university’s strategic goals.

Required skills

• Aeronautical engineering
• Astronautical engineering
• Rocket engineering
• Propulsion system development

What we offer

• Opportunity to build a research group in a newly established faculty.
• Access to high‑tech laboratories and collaboration agreements with leading defense companies.
• Competitive academic salary and benefits in line with Turkish public university standards.