Associate Professor of Human Factors & MSHF Program Chair, Worldwide Campus (Remote Role)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • FL

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About The Position

The College of Arts & Sciences (COAS) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University–Worldwide Campus (ERAU-W) seeks an Assistant Professor of the Practice (Ph.D. required) in Human Factors. This is a fully remote online position with no relocation required; faculty travel is required to attend mandatory college meetings and events as well as conferences. Candidates will hold a Ph.D. in Human Factors, Cognitive Science, Physiology, Ergonomics, Biomechanics, Human Computer Interaction, or related disciplines, and a demonstrated competency in human factors-related studies and practices. Candidates should have demonstrated leadership and technical experience in academic, industry, and/or government settings. Additionally, ideal candidates should have a track record of teaching, research, and service in human cognitive, physiological, psychological, human-AI teaming, human-system interface, and/or related skills. The successful candidate will join the college’s Department of Human Factors, Safety and Social Sciences and its Human Factors program, where they will support both the Master of Science in Human Factors and the new Bachelor of Science in Human Factors Psychology degree programs. The position will also contribute to teaching in the General Education program, as well as in select minors. Teaching modalities primarily include asynchronous and synchronous online delivery. A limited number of face-to-face offerings may be available based on faculty location. Preference will be given to candidates whose teaching interests align with college areas of expertise in human factors, and who can teach a bandwidth of courses serving departmental needs in human factors studies (e.g., human factors, methods, ergonomics, cognition, and human performance). Service responsibilities include participation on departmental, college, and/or university committees.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Human Factors, Human Factors Engineering, Cognition, Physiology, Ergonomics, Biomechanics, Human Computer Interaction, Systems Engineering, Applied Human Factors, or Industrial Psychology, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated competency in human factors-related studies and practices.
• Demonstrated industry or government experience related to leadership of academic programs.
• Experience in human cognitive, physiological, psychological, or biomechanical performance; human-system interface; designing for human interface; and related skills.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated leadership and technical experience in academic, industry, and/or government settings.
• Track record of teaching, research, and service in human cognitive, physiological, psychological, human-AI teaming, and human-system interface.

Responsibilities

• Support the Master of Science in Human Factors and the Bachelor of Science in Human Factors Psychology degree programs.
• Contribute to teaching in the General Education program and select minors.
• Teach courses in human factors studies, including human factors, methods, ergonomics, cognition, and human performance.
• Participate on departmental, college, and/or university committees.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships.
• 100% tuition coverage for one undergraduate and one graduate degree for the employee.
• Discounted rates for spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Annual 6% contribution of base salary to retirement plan and 4% matching contribution with no vesting period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree