Assistant Professor

Elizabeth City State University; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Elizabeth City State University is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor in Aviation Science to teach courses specifically within the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) concentration. This permanent full-time role includes providing academic advisement, operating the UAS lab, and assisting in UAS-related research.

Applicants should hold a Doctorate degree and demonstrate industrial or teaching experience. The position supports a diverse student population and promotes their success in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• A Doctorate degree is required.
• Demonstrated relevant industrial and/or teaching experience.
• Ability to write grants and conduct/publish research.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Aviation Science Program.
• Provide student academic advisement.
• Operate and maintain the UAS laboratory.
• Assist in UAS-related research.
• Aid in recruitment of students for the Aviation Science Program.

Skills

Teaching experience

Effective communication

Grant writing

Research publication

Education

Doctorate degree

Job description

Posting Details

• Position Number: 6086-0000-0000-833
• Classification Title: Assistant Professor
• Working Title: Assistant/Associate Professor
• Division: Academic Affairs
• Department/Unit: Department of Aviation and Emergency Management
• Section: Aviation Science

The Department of Technology and Aviation Science offers baccalaureate degree programs in Aviation Science and Engineering Technology. Students majoring in other disciplines can minor in either of these degree programs. The Bachelor of Science degree programs are designed to prepare technical professionals for employment in industry, business, government, and education. An experienced and dedicated faculty helps each student on an individual basis to choose the curriculum that best meets his/her career interests. The department is committed to promoting excellence in teaching, research, services, and scholarly activities. ECSU offers the only four‑year Aviation Science degree program in the State of North Carolina and provides specializations in Flight Education / Professional Pilot, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Electronics (Avionics), Aviation Management, and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Each of these areas of study is specifically designed to meet the requirements that have been approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Description of Work

The primary purpose of the position is to teach courses in the Aviation Science Program, especially courses within the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) concentration within the Aviation Science major. Additionally, the position will provide student academic advisement, operate and maintain the UAS laboratory, assist in UAS‑related research, and aid in the recruitment of students for the Aviation Science Program.

Competencies / Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possess demonstrated relevant industrial and/or teaching experience, effective communication skills, and the ability to write grants and/or conduct and publish research.
• Possess a commitment to collegiality in a diverse work environment when interacting with others within the University community.
• Possess knowledge of current issues including, but not limited to, licensing, operational limitations related to airspace, sense- and avoid research, and commercial/military applications.
• Possess a commitment to excellence in student learning and promote students’ ability to succeed in a multicultural and global community.

Minimum Training and Experience

• A Doctorate degree is required.

License or Certification

• None required by statute or regulation.

Management Preferences

• A PhD or ABD (PhD at time of employment) in aerospace, aviation, engineering, technology, or related fields preferred with the ability to teach and develop courses in areas such as aviation fundamentals, UAS design, UAS policy, UAS mission planning, or UAS applications; or a Master’s degree in aerospace, aviation, engineering, technology, or related fields and three years of proven UAS experience to include piloting, troubleshooting, repair and registration of UAS and associated systems.

Position Status

• Permanent Full Time
• Faculty
• Exempt (FLSA)

Equal Opportunity and Affirmaitve Action Statement

Elizabeth City State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or sexual orientation.