Assistant Professor of Aviation Science

Southern Utah University • Cedar City, UT

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About The Position

The School of Aviation is seeking a qualified educator for its Aviation Sciences department. This is an open-rank search. A completed Ph.D. in Aviation Science or a related field is preferred for a tenure-track assistant professor position. Depending on the finalist’s qualifications, the appointment may instead be Lecturer, Non-Tenure Track; Assistant Professor, Non-Tenure Track; or Associate Professor, Non-Tenure Track.

The primary focus is teaching and mentoring students. Tenure-track faculty teach twelve undergraduate credits each semester in fall and spring; non-tenure-track faculty teach fifteen undergraduate credits each semester. Courses may cover aviation industry management, aerodynamics, air transportation, aviation law, flight management systems, aircraft systems, human factors and aeronautical decision-making, and jet transportation systems. A finalist with an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license may be qualified to teach “Generals” courses in the AMT Program.

Professional commitment, scholarly activity, and service to the department, school, and university are expected and required for rank advancement and tenure considerations. Other assignments may be determined by the department chair and dean. Appointment is contingent upon funding and successful completion of a background check.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Aviation Sciences or a related field.
• Evidence of successful teaching experience in Aviation Science or a related field.
• Evidence of aviation-related expertise, such as an A&P license, other FAA licenses, certificates, or ratings.
• Familiarity with online teaching delivery systems and/or interest and ability in using and facilitating educational technologies in teaching.
• Successful passing of a background check is a condition of appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Aviation Science or a related field.
• For potential tenure-track applicants, evidence of or experience in research, expertise, and mentoring aviation students.
• An Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license may qualify the finalist to teach “Generals” courses in the AMT Program.

Responsibilities

• Teach twelve undergraduate credits each semester in fall and spring if appointed to a tenure-track position.
• Teach fifteen undergraduate credits each semester if appointed to a non-tenure-track position.
• Teach courses in subjects that may include aviation industry management, aerodynamics, air transportation, aviation law, flight management systems, aircraft systems, human factors and aeronautical decision-making, and jet transportation systems.
• Teach “Generals” courses in the AMT Program if qualified through possession of an A&P license.
• Mentor students.
• Participate in scholarly activity and provide service to the department, school, and university.
• Undertake other assignments as determined by the department chair and dean.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior