Aviation Science Tenure-Track Professor & Lab Innovator

WMed; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation invites applications for the Associate Professor - Aviation Science, a tenure-track position in the College of Aviation at WMU-Battle Creek. The workload is anticipated to be 50/50 between teaching and research/technology advancement.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred), FAA A&P certification, and a track record in aviation maintenance, research with students, and innovative teaching using modern technology.

Qualifications

• Earned Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Significant related work experience in Aviation Maintenance.
• Demonstrated record of applied research with student involvement.
• Demonstrated knowledge and utilization of advanced technology for teaching.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 12 credits per term as part of an annual workload.
• Engage in scholarly activities, including research and publication.
• Enhance hands-on learning by integrating advanced technologies in maintenance training.
• Establish a task-oriented lab system reflecting real-world environments.
• Launch a student-led, faculty-mentored research program with undergraduates.
• Support university operations through committee service and consultation.
• Other duties assigned by the Chair.

Skills

Aviation maintenance experience

Applied research with student involve

Teaching with advanced technology

FAA A&P Certification

Education

Master’s degree

Doctorate (preferred)

Job description

Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation invites applications for the Associate Professor - Aviation Science, a tenure-track position in the College of Aviation at WMU-Battle Creek. The workload is anticipated to be 50/50 between teaching and research/technology advancement.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred), FAA A&P certification, and a track record in aviation maintenance, research with students, and innovative teaching using modern technology.