Teaching Assistant Professor, Aviation Department

University of North Dakota • Grand Forks, ND

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Aviation at the University of North Dakota seeks a qualified applicant for a 9-month, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027. The position is a 9-month contract, classified as exempt, and offers a salary of $72,000, commensurate with education and experience. The position is 40 hours per week and is onsite at the UND Grand Forks, North Dakota campus. Opportunities to teach in the summer may be available.

Requirements

• Ability to teach and develop a broad array of undergraduate aviation courses.
• Master’s degree in Aviation or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional aviation experience.
• Advanced FAA pilot certification.
• Current FAA CFI/CFII certificate.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.
• Verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D., Ed.D., M.D., or J.D. degree.
• Evidence of an established record of successful collegiate-level classroom teaching in aviation.

Responsibilities

• Teach various undergraduate aviation courses, with a 4/4 course load for Assistant Professors.
• Teach aviation industry and flight courses, safety courses, UAS courses, and other courses.
• Advise and mentor students on their 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