Adjunct Faculty - Aviation Science

Eastern New Mexico University; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern New Mexico University invites qualified candidates to teach aviation science courses as part-time adjunct faculty in the Aviation Science Program. The anticipated start date is Fall 2025. Adjunct positions are part-time, temporary appointments determined by the university's needs.

Design, deliver and review course materials, support students, and stay current with aviation advancements. Must hold a master's degree in aviation, aeronautics or related field and be prepared for a background

Qualifications

• Master's degree in aviation, aeronautics, or related field required.
• Adjunct position is part-time and temporary, determined by university needs.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and review course materials and syllabi.
• Address students' questions and offer feedback on assignments.
• Foster a classroom environment where students feel comfortable participating and learning.
• Keep abreast of advancements in the field and integrate new knowledge into lessons.
• Create assessments that comply with departmental regulations and requirements.
• Prepare students for assessments and provide constructive performance feedback.
• Provide additional support to students in need and schedule consultation times upon request.
• Suggest additional readings or provide guidance to students as necessary.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree in aviation, aeronautics, or a related field

Job description

Position Overview

Position Summary: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites qualified candidates to teach aviation science courses as part-time resource faculty in the Aviation Science Program.
Adjunct faculty positions are part-time, temporary appointments determined by the needs of the university. The anticipated start date is Fall 2025.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and review course materials and syllabi.
• Address students' questions and offer feedback on assignments.
• Foster a classroom environment where students feel comfortable participating and learning.
• Keep abreast of advancements in the field and integrate new knowledge into lessons.
• Create assessments that comply with departmental regulations and requirements.
• Prepare students for assessments and provide constructive performance feedback.
• Provide additional support to students in need and schedule consultation times upon request.
• Suggest additional readings or provide guidance to students as necessary.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

Candidates must possess a master's degree in aviation, aeronautics, or a related field.

Physical Demand and Working Conditions

Work is sedentary in nature that at times requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and physical demands and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.

Salary

Salary is based on degree and experience and paid on credit hour basis.

Condition of Employment

Must pass a pre‑employment background check.

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