Part-Time Faculty, Aviation

Eastern Kentucky University; Richmond; On-site; CAD 1,761,000 - 2,935,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time faculty position in Aviation to teach online or traditional courses. Masters in Aviation or related field with at least five years in aviation is required; FAA Instructor Certificate preferred. Part-time faculty may teach up to nine credit hours, with no visa sponsorship.

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. Official transcripts required with offer/conditions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aviation or a related field.
• Five years of work experience in aviation preferred.
• Experience teaching in online or traditional classroom settings.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned online or in person to meet EKU student needs.
• Develop and update course materials and assessments.
• Support student learning and maintain records as required.

Skills

Teaching experience

Online instruction

Course development

FAA Instructor Certificate

LMS familiarity

Education

Master's degree in Aviation or related field

Tools

LMS (e.g., Blackboard)

Job description

Title: Part-Time Faculty, Aviation

Position Type: Part-Time Faculty

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 25R000 - Justice, Safety & Military Science

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Retirement: None

Contact Person: Tim Holt

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of Aviation at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a part-time faculty position to teach courses in Aviation. Courses be in an online or traditional classroom modality. Courses may include, but are not limited to: Aviation law, UAS, Management/Leadership, Human Factors and Safety, and Flight. Master's degree in Aviation, or a related field with at least five years of work experience in aviation will be required. FAA Instructor Certificate is desired. Part-time faculty may teach up to nine credit hours, depending on departmental needs. Applicants will be screened and contacted as departmental needs for part-time faculty arise. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts are required at the time of the position offer and as a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aviation, or a related field with at least five years of work experience in Aviation.

Preferred Qualifications

• FAA Instructor Certificate

Job Duties

• Teach courses as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU students.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Open Until Fi lled

No

Special Instructions

• Cover Letter
• Vitae
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Advertised: 29 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time