Career Opportunities

Eastern Michigan University

Eastern Michigan University

Posted to UAA on 12/20/24

• Earned Master’s degree, preferably in Aviation, Business, Education, Management, or Safety (with advanced flight ratings and five years aviation industry experience)
• Logged flight hours equivalent to an FAA Part 141 Assistant Chief Instructor
• Demonstrated success in teaching at the college or university level
• Willingness to teach a wide range of courses at all levels and through various modalities (e.g. in-person, online, or hybrid)
• Research, teaching, service or other experience that has prepared the candidate to contribute to CWU's commitment to the engagement and inclusion of culturally diverse students.
• Experience working effectively in a team-based environment, seeking continuous improvement and adherence to the university philosophy

• University-level teaching experience
• Experience in flight program curriculum development and improvement
• Scholarship/creative activities interests
• Service interests
• Earned Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) preferably in Aviation, Business, Education, Management, or Safety
• Collegiate Aviation teaching experience
• Experience working with a diverse student population
• Experience or interest in developing and teaching online courses
• Experience in curriculum development and improvement
• Demonstrated participation in programs designed to promote inclusion.
• A record of promoting inclusivity in classrooms and academic work environments. 
• Experience or interest in mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds.
• Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into curriculum and classroom conversations.
• Research program that reflects the needs of minority or underserved populations. 
• Demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for students through teaching and/or mentoring activities. 
• Demonstrated training in and/or experience in implementing anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion-related materials or pedagogical practices in credit-bearing courses, certificate programs, or professional development type trainings, workshops, or seminars

• Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines and work schedules.
• Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
• Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
• Commitment to Diversity: Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create environment that supports and embraces diversity.

• A detailed cover letter clearly demonstrating how your education and experience: (a) meet the required (and, as applicable, preferred) qualifications, and (b) demonstrate the ability to perform the responsibilities as described by the posting; and (c) detail how teaching, service and/or scholarship has supported students from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented in their academic fields (applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience should note how their work will further CWU's commitment to diversity);
• Curriculum Vitae including work history, education, training and contact information for three professional references;
• Teaching interests;
• Statement of teaching philosophy;
• Research statement; 
• Writing sample; and
• Copies of highest degree held.

Assistant Professor (Airframe and Powerplant) Department of Aviation Technologies

The College of Health and Human Sciences at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking eligible applicants for the above anticipated position beginning Fall 2025, or until suitably qualified individuals are found. This is a nine-month, continuing appointment which may lead to tenure. This position will support the baccalaureate degree in Aviation Technologies developed to prepare aviation technicians with advanced technical skills. Applications are continually evaluated, with the first review beginning November 15, 2024. Promising new faculty in CHHS are offered competitive startup packages, including graduate/undergraduate assistant support, course releases, and summer salary designed to jump-start research scholarship. 

Minimum Qualifications: 
Earned master's degree, required by time of appointment, and minimum professional experience of three years full-time employment in aircraft maintenance, avionics maintenance, repair or installation, aircraft/engine manufacturing or product support environment Valid FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant Ratings. One earned degree in an aviation or related discipline. 

Preferred Qualifications: 
Earned doctorate. Successful post-secondary teaching experience in aircraft maintenance and/or product support. Professional experience/employment in helicopter maintenance. Demonstrated history of scholarly productivity in Aviation Technologies or related fields. FAA Mechanic Certificate obtained as the result of completing an FAA-approved Part 147 curriculum. 

Responsibilities: 
Primary teaching responsibilities will include instruction in the undergraduate Aviation Technologies baccalaureate program which is also an FAA-approved Part 147 Airframe and Powerplant program and/or the Aviation Management program. Participation in program/School support activities and service on committees at various levels is required. It is expected that the successful candidate will identify and develop an area of personal research interest resulting in scholarly productivity consistent with the applied research goals of the College and University. The individual will engage in scholarly activities and professional service related to the aviation discipline. Service which enriches the community, College and University is also expected, as is fulfillment of other assignments as may be required. 

The School of Aviation at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is nationally recognized, FAA-approved, and offers programs in Aviation Flight, Aviation Management and Aviation Technologies. The school offers several undergraduate and graduate degrees via online and onsite campuses. Onsite instruction is offered on the grounds of the Southern Illinois Airport in Carbondale, including in the state-of-the-art Transportation Education Center composed of office space and classrooms, a 60,000 square foot hangar, a helicopter laboratory, and a variety of other hands-on learning laboratories. Promising new faculty in CHHS are offered competitive startup packages, including graduate/undergraduate assistant support, course releases, and summer salary designed to jump-start research scholarship. Carbondale is located 100 miles southeast of St. Louis, Missouri, and is adjacent to the Shawnee National Forest, many clean lakes and some of the most picturesque terrain in Illinois. Additional information regarding the Aviation Technologies Program is available at http://www.aviation.siu.edu/. 

Application Deadline:
March 31, 2025, or until suitable applicants are found. 

To apply:
Go to https://jobs.siu.edu. Create a profile and upload a letter of application specifying the position to which application is being made and including research interests, current resume or vitae, and names, addresses and telephone number of five references. 

SIU Carbondale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration. 

Posted to UAA on 10/23/24

Baylor University
Lecturer, Non-Tenure Track, Aviation Sciences 
The Aviation Sciences Program at Baylor University seeks an outstanding aviation professional at the rank of Lecturer.

Start Date August 2025.
Details for this position can be found at Apply – Interfolio.

Aviation Sciences is a growing and dynamic program at Baylor, and we are looking for a candidate who can augment our capabilities and help us continue our pursuit of excellence in collegiate aviation. This is a full-time lecturer position with responsibilities teaching Aviation Sciences courses beginning Fall 2025. Teaching assignments will include Aviation Ground School and other Aviation-specific courses.

This appointment is a renewable full-time, benefits-eligible, teaching-focused position with a 6-year promotion path to Senior Lecturer for successful candidates and a 12-year promotion path to Teaching Professor for highly successful candidates (see: Policy on Full-Time Lecturers, Senior Lecturers, and Teaching Professors at Baylor University).
 
With a main campus located in Waco, Texas, Baylor University is the oldest college in Texas. With a population of 21,000 diverse students, Baylor is one of the top universities in the nation, having been named an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor is also on the honor roll of the "Great Colleges to Work For" from The Chronicle of Higher Education; Baylor offers competitive salaries and benefits while allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Our strategic plan guides the University as we continue to live up to Baylor's mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.  

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor University is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor University is a private, not-for-profit university governed by a predominantly Baptist Board of Regents and is operated within the Christian-oriented aims and ideals of Baptists and is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, a cooperative association of autonomous Texas Baptist churches. Baylor University is also affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, a cooperative association of autonomous Texas Baptist churches, associate member of the Baptist World Alliance. As a religiously controlled institution of higher education, Baylor University is exempt from compliance with select provisions of certain civil rights laws, and Baylor University is also exempt from prohibitions against discrimination based on religion. As a religiously controlled institution of higher education, Baylor University is exempt from compliance with select provisions of certain civil rights laws, and Baylor University is also exempt from prohibitions against discrimination based on religion. As such, the University prescribes standards of personal conduct that are consistent with its religious mission and values and lawfully considers a person’s religion in the employment context. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Posted to UAA on 10/21/24