Assistant Professor, Aviation - IFO (AA28019)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Mankato, MN

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About The Position

The Department of Aviation at Minnesota State University, Mankato, seeks a tenure-track (probationary) Assistant Professor beginning August 16, 2027. The position teaches and advises undergraduate and graduate students in the Aviation program. Faculty are expected to engage in research and scholarly activity, continue professional preparation and study, contribute to student growth and development, and provide service to the Aviation Department, College of Education, University, and broader community. A typical faculty workload may include up to 24 instructional credits per academic year. The successful candidate may teach additional subjects as assigned and qualified, and may develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at other university locations. The candidate will collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design, instruction, and evaluation; conduct research and mentor students in research; help create strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion; and may develop external grant funding opportunities. Courses may include World of Aviation, Private Pilot Ground School, Theory of Flight, Aviation Management, Aviation Law, Aviation Safety, and Aviation Human Factors. The University may be able to provide employment visa sponsorship for qualified candidates, subject to USCIS guidelines and eligibility requirements. Employees must work safely, complete required safety training, and perform tasks in accordance with university policies and procedures using appropriate tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Master’s degree, with evidence of completion by the date of appointment.
Prior experience as a pilot instructor, corporate pilot, or commercial aircrew.
Demonstrated professional, teaching, and/or research experience in aviation.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and foster an inclusive, respectful, and equitable professional environment.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful environment while working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Effective written, oral communication, and presentation skills.
Doctoral degree in Aviation, Aerospace, Aeronautics, Safety, Human Factors, JD, DBA, or a related field.
FAA Ground Instructor certificate, flight instructor certificate, Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate, and/or aircraft dispatcher certificate.
Training and experience appropriate to teach the listed undergraduate and graduate aviation courses, as well as other courses based on departmental needs.
Willingness to participate in accreditation, program review, and/or assessment processes.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate Aviation courses, potentially including World of Aviation, Private Pilot Ground School, Theory of Flight, Aviation Management, Aviation Law, Aviation Safety, and Aviation Human Factors.
Advise undergraduate and graduate Aviation students.
Engage in research, scholarly or creative activity, and continued professional preparation and study.
Contribute to student growth and development and provide service to the Aviation Department, College of Education, University, and broader community.
Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design, instruction, and evaluation.
Mentor students in research and conduct productive research.
Help develop innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion.
Potentially develop external grant funding opportunities.
Develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at additional university locations, as assigned.
Teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.
Complete required safety training and perform work in accordance with university safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

Low-cost medical insurance with affordable deductibles.
Low-cost dental insurance with affordable deductibles.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a rollover option.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
12 paid holidays.
Vacation and sick time.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and investment options.
Professional development.
Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents. Benefit eligibility and coverage may vary by position, classification, and collective bargaining agreement.