Assistant Teaching Professor - Aviation

Bowling Green State University • Main Campus (BG), OH

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About The Position

The School of Aviation at Bowling Green State University invites applications for a full-time, renewable, 9-month Qualified Rank (non-tenure-track) appointment at the Assistant Teaching Professor rank in its Aviation Program. The expected start date is August 2027.

The successful candidate will teach at least four courses per semester in aviation-related areas, perform service to the school, college, and university, and support the continued operation and development of the Aviation Program. Courses may include FAA Pilot Ground School, Introduction to Aviation, Aviation Maintenance Management, Air Traffic Control/National Airspace System, Air Transportation, Airline Management/Operations, Crew Resource Management, Aviation Safety, Aerodynamics and Aircraft Performance, Advanced Aircraft Systems, Airline Operations, and Airline Network Planning.

The BGSU School of Aviation offers bachelor's degrees in Aviation Management and Aviation Flight Operations, and its training program is authorized under FAA Part 141. The university is a comprehensive, high-research public institution in northwestern Ohio.

Requirements

• Hold at least a master's degree from an accredited institution.
• If the degree is not in aviation or a closely related field, hold an advanced FAA certification such as CFI or ATP.
• Have at least three years of professional aviation experience in areas such as airline, commercial aviation, military aviation, academia, or government.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to teach and develop undergraduate aviation courses.
• Experience or interest in developing undergraduate and graduate courses related to advanced air mobility, emerging technologies, and applications in aviation.
• Background in Advanced Air Mobility.
• FAA Commercial Pilot or ATP certificate.
• FAA Airline Dispatcher certificate.
• FAA Type Ratings.
• Certification to teach an FAA Pilot Ground School.
• FAA UAS drone certificate.
• AAAE certification.
• Airline management experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach at least four courses per semester in aviation subject areas.
• Perform service to the school, college, and university.
• Support the continued operations and development of the Aviation Program.

Benefits

• Full benefits package available.

What This Job Offers

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