Assistant Professor

Title: Assistant Professor (Aviation - Flight Technology)

Employee Classification: FA - Faculty 16 and 24 Pay

Pay Grade: FA 01

Division: Academic and Student Affairs

Subdivision: School of Tech Prof Services Mngmt

Department: College of Eng & Technology

Campus Location: Main Campus

General Summary

The School of Technology Studies & Professional Services Management (STPSM) invites applications for Assistant Professor Tenure Track/Program in Aviation, which includes Aviation Management Technology & Aviation Flight Technology.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the school director in planning, marketing and recruiting activities.
• Confer periodically with the Department Head/School Director on curriculum and instruction issues.
• Work closely with Director of Flight Operations (DO) on coordination of flight operations.
• Student advising.
• Teach contractual load of courses as assigned by the department or school.
• Engage in research and dissemination of pursuits that enable them to remain current in their respective disciplines.
• Provide other support service to the department, college and/or university, if applicable.
• Perform related departmental duties as required.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between EMU and American Association of University Professors (AAUP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree or Master’s “+” (+ significant documented professional certifications or extended experience) in aviation or a related field.
• Certified Flight Instructor: CFI rating required
• Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument: CFII rating preferred.
• A current flight or ground instructor is preferred.
• Have taught aviation-related courses or flight instruction on either a full-time or part-time basis, for a minimum of two (2) years
• Have curriculum skills to design/redesign course content as new technologies emerge, prepare Syllabi, exams, activities, etc.
• Have industry connections or be willing to make them in order to facilitate student internships or co-op experiences.
• Have technical usage experience and teaching knowledge for using online course shells.
• Have good written and oral/interpersonal communication skills.

Special Instructions:

Application materials must include a letter of application, curriculum vitae including a list of publications (if any), a statement of your teaching philosophy (up to two pages), as well as the names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three references familiar with your qualifications.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

EMU is located in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Its close proximity to Detroit, Ann Arbor and Lansing provides rich cultural, social and recreational opportunities. EMU was founded in 1849 and is a comprehensive university with an enrollment of over 23,000 students. EMU is an equal opportunity employer, and is recognized regularly by U.S. News and World Report for its diverse campus environment.

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