Instructor, Aviation/Air Traffic Management

University of North Dakota • Grand Forks, ND

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of North Dakota Department of Aviation seeks a qualified applicant for a 12-month, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Instructor. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2027. The position is based onsite at the UND Grand Forks, North Dakota campus and is classified as exempt, with a salary of $75,000 annually and a 40-hour workweek.

The Instructor teaches undergraduate aviation courses and air traffic courses, with an emphasis on terminal and enroute radar and non-radar courses. The role also supports the Dispatcher Program, advises students on academic and career goals, serves on departmental, college, and university committees as assigned, and supervises students conducting scholarly activities.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in Air Traffic Management, have two years of professional experience in ATM or education, and hold FAA Dispatcher certification. A successful Criminal History Background Check is required. The position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment. Applications must include a curriculum vitae, a statement of professional goals, and names and addresses for at least three professional references. To receive full consideration, applications must be received by November 30, 2026.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Air Traffic Management.
• Two years of professional experience in ATM or education.
• FAA Dispatcher certification.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.
• Ability to teach and develop a broad array of undergraduate aviation courses.

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of an established record of successful collegiate-level classroom teaching in aviation.

Responsibilities

• Teach various undergraduate aviation courses in accordance with the standard Department teaching load for Instructors.
• Teach air traffic courses, emphasizing terminal and enroute radar and non-radar courses.
• Teach and assist in the Dispatcher Program.
• Advise students on academic and career aspirations.
• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees as assigned.
• Supervise students conducting scholarly activities.

What This Job Offers

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