Part-Time Faculty, Aviation

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University is seeking a part-time faculty member to teach aviation courses, available online or in traditional classrooms. The position may involve teaching up to nine credit hours per term at the Richmond Campus, with no employment benefits for part-time staff.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Aviation or a related field with at least five years of aviation experience; FAA Instructor Certificate is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aviation or related field with at least five years of aviation experience.
• FAA Instructor Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach aviation courses as assigned at the Richmond Campus or online/remote settings.
• Maintain flexibility to teach up to nine credit hours per term based on departmental needs.

Education

Master's degree in Aviation or related field; five years aviation experience

FAA Instructor Certificate (preferred)

Job description

Part‑Time Faculty, Aviation

Eastern Kentucky University invites applicants for a part‑time faculty position to teach courses in aviation, available in online or traditional classroom modalities.

Position Details

• Title: Part‑Time Faculty, Aviation
• Department: Justice, Safety & Military Science
• Division: Academic Affairs
• Location: Richmond Campus
• Schedule: Part time, no benefits (< 20 hrs per week)
• Note: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Job Summary / Basic Functions

• Teach courses in aviation: Aviation law, UAS, Management/Leadership, Human Factors and Safety, and Flight.
• Courses may be delivered online or in traditional classroom settings.
• Part‑time faculty may teach up to nine credit hours, depending on departmental needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Aviation or a related field with at least five years of work experience in aviation.

Preferred Qualifications

• FAA Instructor Certificate.

Job Duties

• Teach courses as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU students.

Application Requirements

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of offer and as a condition of employment)
• Contact information for three professional references

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.