Adjunct - Aviation Law (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Wright State University; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 4,408,000; Part time

Job summary

Wright State University seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Aviation Law within its Aviation Department programs for Fall 2026 through Summer 2027. The position is part-time and entails delivering a dedicated aviation law course and related activities.

The appointment requires a Juris Doctorate with teaching experience in higher education. Applicants should be prepared to prepare materials, syllabi, and assessments and to maintain student records in line with university policies.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate is required.
• Teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
• Ability to teach Aviation Law and engage students effectively.

Responsibilities

• Teach Aviation Law as part of the Aviation Department’s program.
• Prepare and enhance course materials and lectures.
• Develop course syllabus and student assessments.
• Create a Pilot Student interface for each course.
• Maintain accurate student records and respond to inquiries promptly.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Adjunct - Aviation Law (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title

Faculty Rank or Job Title Adjunct - Aviation Law (Fall 2026 - Summer 2027)

Job Category:

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department

Department Aviation Department

EEO number:

EEO number: 27A033

Position FTE

Part-time

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate

Salary Band:

Salary Band: FA ADJ

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The job purpose is to teach Aviation Law in the Aviation Department’s Aviation programs. WSU’s Aviation Department in the Center for Civics, Culture, and Workforce Development invites applications for its aviation program specializing in aviation law. This aviation adjunct instructor will begin preparing and teaching the aviation law course(s).

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience.

Essential Functions and percent of time:

Teaching 100%

• Prepare and enhance course materials
• Preparation of course syllabus.
• Preparation of Pilot Student interface for each course
• Preparation of lecture materials
• Preparation of student assignments
• Maintain accurate, transparent student records.
• Assist and foster student success through the maintenance of regularly scheduled office hours and timely responses to email inquiries.
• Adhere to all administrative University policies.
• Maintain appropriate professional development to stay current within assigned courses.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions

Special Contract terms and conditions of employment apply.

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at Wright State University human resources.

Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Date

Posting Date 02/16/2026

First Consideration Date:

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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