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Job Summary
Michigan Aerospace Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan is seeking a LEO Lecturer I to co-teach an Aerospace Engineering course titled AEROSP 530 Gas-Turbine Propulsion Advanced Analysis of Turbojet Engines. The course will be offered in the Winter 2026 term (January 1-April 30, 2026). Candidates should have a strong interest and demonstrated experience in teaching engineering students. The expected percentage effort for this position will be 22.5 % effort.
Mission Statement
Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
Course Description
Gas-turbine propulsion advanced analysis of turbojet engines: effect of altitude parameters on engine performance; off design equilibrium running of a turbojet engine; dynamics of engine considered as a quasi-static system; fluid mechanics of a rotating axial blade row; centrifugal compressors; transonic flow problems.
Required Qualifications*
A masters degree in Aerospace Engineering or related engineering field. Preference will be given to applicants with previous teaching experience and knowledge of the course subject. Must possess at least 15 years of technical experience in the gas turbine industry, and a passion for mentoring and developing future engineers and leaders
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
The appointment opportunity has been approved by the academic units, Michigan Engineering and Michigan Aerospace Engineering Department.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
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Application Deadline
The application deadline is the posting end date.
Selection Process
The review of applications will begin after the 10 day posting. Only complete application packets will be reviewed. The expected date by which the offer of appointment will be made is November 2025. Classes begin on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Notification of hiring decision to all employees who have applied for this appointment opportunity will be made within fourteen (14) days after it has been filled
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.