Instructor Adjunct of Aviation, UC Clermont College

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Robust retirement plans

Real work-life balance

Professional development & mentorship

University employee discount program

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty member to teach Aviation Meteorology for undergraduate pilot students. The role involves delivering classroom and online instruction that emphasizes applying weather theory to flight planning, aeronautical decision-making, and safe operations.

The ideal candidate has extensive aviation experience and a passion for education; FAA credentials preferred and college-level teaching is a plus. Compensation is based on experience.

Qualifications

• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating (CFI preferred).
• Recent aviation experience with practical weather decision-making.
• Strong communication and instructional skills.
• Ability to explain complex meteorological concepts to student pilots.

Responsibilities

• Teach Aviation Meteorology to undergraduate pilot students.
• Deliver classroom and/or online instruction linking weather theory to flight planning.
• Develop lectures connecting meteorology to real-world flight operations.
• Instruct on atmospheric structure, fronts, clouds, storms, turbulence, icing, fog, weather products, charts, METARs/TAFs/NOTAMs.
• Incorporate FAA guidance and current aviation weather resources.
• Evaluate student performance through exams and assignments.
• Maintain attendance and grade records; hold regular office hours.
• Foster a professional environment emphasizing critical thinking and aeronautical decision-making.

Skills

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with

Education

Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Aviation, Meteorology, Education, or a related field

Tools

Aviation weather software

Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) apps

FAA weather resources

Job description

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Classes may be day or evening. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials. Adjunct appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching performance.

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

Job Overview

On a part-time limited basis, the Adjunct Faculty member's primary academic functions include teaching, discovering, creating, and reporting knowledge to a diverse set of students.

The Aviation Meteorology Instructor is responsible for teaching an undergraduate meteorology course designed specifically for professional pilot students. The instructor will deliver classroom and/or online instruction that emphasizes the practical application of weather theory to flight planning, aeronautical decision-making, aircraft performance, and safe flight operations. The ideal candidate combines extensive aviation experience with a passion for educating the next generation of professional pilots.

Essential Functions

• Teach Aviation Meteorology in accordance with the approved course description and learning outcomes.
• Develop and deliver engaging lectures that connect meteorological concepts to real-world flight operations.
• Explain atmospheric processes, weather systems, and forecasting techniques from a pilot's perspective.
• Instruct students on topics including:
  • Atmospheric structure and stability
  • Pressure systems and fronts
  • Clouds and precipitation
  • Thunderstorms and convective weather
  • Turbulence and wind shear
  • Icing
  • Fog and visibility
  • Aviation weather products and services
  • Surface analysis and prognostic charts
  • METARs, TAFs, PIREPs, AIRMETs, SIGMETs, and NOTAMs
  • Weather radar and satellite imagery
  • Weather decision-making and risk management
• Incorporate FAA guidance, weather technology, and current aviation weather resources into classroom instruction.
• Evaluate student performance through examinations, assignments, and classroom participation.
• Maintain accurate attendance and grade records in accordance with university policies.
• Hold regular office hours and provide academic support to students.
• Foster a professional learning environment that promotes critical thinking, sound aeronautical decision-making, and aviation professionalism.

Minimum Requirements

• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating (CFI preferred).
• Recent aviation experience with practical knowledge of weather decision-making.
• Strong communication and instructional skills.
• Ability to effectively explain complex meteorological concepts to student pilots.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII, and/or MEI).
• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Aviation, Meteorology, Education, or a related field.
• Previous college-level teaching or flight instructor experience.
• Experience as an instructor, check airman, simulator instructor, or training instructor within an airline or Part 121 training program.
• Airline, corporate, military, or other professional flight operations experience.
• Experience applying aviation weather principles in commercial or air carrier operations.
• Familiarity with aviation weather software, electronic flight bag (EFB) applications, and FAA weather resources.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. ( UC Benefits Link ) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE. Highlights include:

Tuition Remission

As a part-time employee, UC provides a limited tuition remission benefit based on role. Tuition remission covers tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS).

Real Work-Life Balance

Vacation and sick time - pro-rated by FTE. Includes paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days).

Additional Benefits Include

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities
• University employee discount program

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