Instructor/Assistant Professor - Aviation Sciences - Tenure Track

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation in Battle Creek invites applications for an academic-year, tenure-track Instructor/Assistant Professor in Aviation Sciences. The College offers programs in flight, maintenance and management, inviting candidates with professional flight experience to enhance student learning.

The role includes teaching, curriculum development, service, mentoring students, and scholarly activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an aviation-related field from an accredited institution.
• FAA pilot certification to include a minimum ATP or equivalent.
• Significant related industry experience in airline/ corporate aviation, safety, security or human factors.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Master’s degree and teaching experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 12 credits per fall and spring for 24 credits per academic year.
• Fulfill ongoing department curriculum needs in maintenance and development.
• Provide leadership and service to academic and professional societies.
• Support university operations through committee service and stakeholder engagement.
• Assist students with advising, mentoring, and internships.
• Encourage student involvement in organizations and internships.
• Engage in scholarly activities including research, writing and publication.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aviation-related field

FAA pilot certification (ATP or equivalent)

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Instructor/Assistant Professor - Aviation Sciences - Tenure Track

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• For \"certificate\" document, please upload copies of all FAA pilot certificates.

Posting Summary

College

College College Of Aviation

Executive Area

Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs

Department

Department College of Aviation

Posting Number

Posting Number F304P

Job Type

Pay Type

Pay Grade

Pay Grade I40/I30

Campus Location

Campus Location WMU-Battle Creek - College of Aviation

Salary Range

Salary Range Commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

General Summary

The College of Aviation at Western Michigan University invites applications for an academic year, tenure-track faculty position. The College offers three distinct academic programs, providing faculty members the opportunity to teach within a specialized area of expertise or across multiple disciplines. Applicants will join a supportive and collegial environment that values collaboration among students, faculty, and staff. This position represents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic community and to bring professional flight experience into the classroom to enhance student learning.

Major Duties

• Teach up to 12 credits in the fall and spring semesters for a total of no more than 24 credits of regularly scheduled courses, or the equivalent, over an academic year.
• Fulfill ongoing department curriculum needs of both a maintenance and developmental nature.
• Provide leadership and service to academic and professional societies through roles in governance, editorial work, conference coordination, and committee participation to support their effective and impactful operation.
• Support university operations through committee service and consultation with campus and community stakeholders.
• Assist students with course advising, consulting, and individual mentoring.
• Encourage and support student involvement in student organizations and internships.
• Engage in scholarly activities, including research, writing, and publication appropriate to the faculty member’s discipline or interdisciplinary work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an aviation-related field from an accredited institution.
• FAA pilot certification to include a minimum ATP or equivalent.
• Significant related industry experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Airline Flight Operations
  • Corporate/Business Aviation Flight Operations
  • Safety
  • Security
  • Human Factors
• Excellent communication and computer skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• College teaching experience.
• Demonstrated history of research and grant writing.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• For “certificate” document, please upload copies of all FAA pilot certificates.

Additional Position Information

• WMU’s College of Aviation has a storied 85-year history. With three distinct programs in flight, maintenance, and management, the College attracts students and faculty from all over the world. As a world-renowned program with one of the most modern fleets in collegiate aviation, WMU seeks to expand its students’ aviation opportunities. The College of Aviation offers its employees generous educational benefits, opportunities to train the next generation of aviators, and an excellent quality of life.
• Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-faculty

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Certificate
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Other

WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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