Aeronautics Assistant Professor - School of Aeronautics

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Liberty University’s School of Aeronautics is hiring an Assistant Professor to teach aeronautics courses in areas such as Advanced Jet Systems, Aviation Safety, Aerodynamics, Aviation Weather, Airline Operations, and other aviation-related subjects. The primary responsibilities are teaching within the faculty member’s areas of expertise, maintaining the integrity of courses and instructional programs, and delivering instruction in alignment with the University’s mission and vision for the student experience. Faculty are expected to foster mutual respect and consideration for each student’s dignity, use varied teaching techniques, and account for students’ individual differences, abilities, and interests. The role may also involve developing curriculum for residential and distance education, conducting research, scholarship, or creative activity, and providing service to students and the professional discipline, according to the expectations of the relevant school or college. Faculty are expected to model a personal commitment to Liberty University’s goals and values and engage in personal spiritual formation within a biblically informed Christian worldview. This is a 10-month faculty contract, corresponding to 30 load hours. Contract length is reviewed at the end of the first year. Release from the contracted teaching load is determined each semester by the Dean under the Liberty University Faculty Handbook. The position is full-time and onsite. The listed salary range is $67,700–$85,000; actual compensation may vary based on factors including rank, contract length, skills, experience, internal equity, market conditions, and education or training. The position may be eligible for benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in aviation-related disciplines.
At least 2 years of Part 121 experience.
A terminal degree in an aviation-related field: a Master’s Degree in Aeronautics or a doctorate with aviation-related coursework or research.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in Aeronautics/Aviation or an Av. D.; ABD is acceptable.
10 or more years of Part 121 experience.
Strong existing relationships with key stakeholders in the aviation industry.
An earned doctoral degree or terminal master’s degree from an accredited institution in a field relevant to the faculty member’s teaching area, or a professional certificate such as CPA; preferred for Assistant Professor rank.

Responsibilities

Teach aeronautics courses in areas of expertise, including one or more of Advanced Jet Systems, Aviation Safety, Aerodynamics, Aviation Weather, Airline Operations, and other aviation-related subjects.
Maintain the integrity of courses and instructional programs.
Ensure instructional delivery aligns with the University’s mission and vision for the student experience.
Foster an academic atmosphere of mutual respect and consideration for individual dignity.
Use a variety of teaching techniques and, where possible, accommodate students’ individual differences, abilities, and interests.
Potentially assist in developing curriculum for residential and distance education.
Potentially engage in research, scholarship, or creative activity, and provide service to students and the professional discipline, as applicable to the school’s expectations.
Model a personal commitment to Liberty University’s goals and values and engage in personal spiritual formation within a biblically informed Christian worldview.