Assistant​/Associate 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 F283P

Job Type

Pay Type

Pay Grade

Pay Grade I30/I20

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. With three distinct programs, the College offers faculty the opportunity to teach within a specific area or across multiple disciplines, while actively supporting students, colleagues, and staff. This position presents an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative academic community.

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

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• FAA pilot certification to include a minimum CPL / CFI or ATP.
• Significant related industry experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Flight Operations
  • Management
  • Finance
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Safety
  • Security
  • Human Factors
• Excellent communication and computer skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated history of research and grant writing.
• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution.
• College teaching experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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

Additional Position Information

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:
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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.