Assistant Teaching Professor - Aviation

Salary/Position Classification

• $72,000+, 9 month contract, Exempt
  • Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
  • Opportunities to additionally teach in the Summer may be available.
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

The Department of Aviation at the University of North Dakota seeks up to three qualified applicants for a 9-month, non-tenure track, faculty position at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor. Anticipated start date for this position is August 16, 2025.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
  • Teaching various aviation courses (4/4 course load for Teaching Assistant Professors) at the undergraduate level.
  • Teaching various aviation industry and flight courses, safety courses, UAS courses, etc.
  • Advising and mentoring students on academic and career aspirations.
  • Serving on departmental, college and university committees, as assigned.
  • Supervising students conducting scholarly activities.

Required Competencies

• Ability to teach and develop a broad array of aviation courses at the undergraduate level.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Aviation or related field and minimum of 3 year of professional aviation experience.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D., Ed.D., M.D. or J.D. degree in aviation, aviation education, or a closely related field.
• Hold a current FAA CFI/CFII certificate
• Evidence of established record of successful, collegiate-level classroom teaching in aviation.

To Apply

For full consideration applications must be received by January 31, 2025, and must include the following materials:

• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement of professional goals.
• Names and addresses of at least three professional references.