Tenure-Track UAV & Aerial Systems Professor

Texas Southern University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,808 - 90,750; Part time

Job summary

Texas Southern University in Houston seeks an assistant professor of Unmanned Aerial Systems for a 9‑month tenure‑track role. The candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, pursue an active research agenda, and participate in university and department committees.

Requirements include a Ph.D. in Aviation, Drone Technology or Aeronautical Engineering with a supplemental UAV field and FAA Part 107 license.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Aviation, Drone Technology or Aeronautical Engineering from a regionally accredited university at time of hire.
• Supplemental field in Unmanned Aerial Systems/UAV or Aeronautical Engineering.
• FAA Part 107 License (required)

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Unmanned Aerial Systems
• Conduct research suitable for conferences and peer‑reviewed journals
• Active participation in departmental, school, and university committees
• Service to the profession and surrounding community
• Advise and mentor students
• Other job‑related duties as assigned

Skills

GIS software

Data processing

Verbal & written communication

Multitasking

Education

PhD in Aviation or Drone Tech

Supplemental UAV field

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Texas Southern University in Houston seeks an assistant professor of Unmanned Aerial Systems for a 9‑month tenure‑track role. The candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, pursue an active research agenda, and participate in university and department committees.

Requirements include a Ph.D. in Aviation, Drone Technology or Aeronautical Engineering with a supplemental UAV field and FAA Part 107 license.