Assistant Professor in Ocean Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology
Assistant Professor in Ocean Engineering
Florida Institute of Technology
University aviation operations and flight training
The Department of Ocean Engineering and Marine Sciences at the Florida Institute of Technology invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position in Ocean Engineering, with expertise in one or more of these areas: (1) marine materials engineering, (2) offshore renewable energy, and/or (3) Naval Architecture. We are particularly interested in candidates who would complement or augment our existing strengths in naval architecture, underwater vehicles, and coastal restoration. Examples include but are not limited to (1) the use of composites and metals in the marine environment, (2) the design and deployment of ocean-energy systems, and (3) the fundamentals of naval architecture and design of related systems. The successful candidate will be expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses; conduct and maintain an active, extramurally funded research program; publish scholarly work; mentor undergraduate and graduate students; and engage in service activities. Applicants must have earned a doctorate in a relevant field, have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, and have an interest in interdisciplinary, collaborative research. Industrial experience will be considered an asset. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Please upload a single PDF document that contains the following items in the order listed: cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three (3) professional references, a statement of research interests, and a statement of teaching interests and teaching philosophy. Questions should be addressed to Dr. Stephen Wood, Department of Ocean Engineering and Marine Sciences, Florida Tech, Melbourne, FL, 32901 ([email protected]).
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University aviation operations and flight training
Florida Tech Aviation runs the university’s aviation program. It provides ground school classes and hands-on flight instruction through its FIT Aviation subsidiary, using Florida Tech aircraft and instructors to manage all university aviation operations. How it works: Students enroll in flight courses, complete ground school, and receive flight training from faculty pilots. The program combines classroom learning with real-world flying experiences on campus, supported by the university’s facilities and resources. How it differs from competitors: The program is campus-based and connected to Florida Tech, offering aviation education with university credentials, access to campus facilities, and potential research and academic integration that standalone flight schools may not provide. Goal: Prepare students to become licensed pilots and aviation professionals by delivering structured, on-campus aviation education through a university-backed program.
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