Assistant Professor of Aviation and Aerospace Safety (NTT)

The Opportunity

The Applied Aviation Sciences Department seeks a non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Aviation and Aerospace Safety. Teaching assignments may include but are not limited to undergraduate courses in aviation safety, aircraft accident investigation, Safety Management Systems (SMS), System Safety and related areas supporting the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aviation and Aerospace Safety. The position includes a mix of teaching, and service obligations. The candidate must possess effective teaching skills at the undergraduate level, including the ability to relate theory to application through experiential learning. Basic teaching load is 12 undergraduate credit hours (four courses) per semester. The candidate is expected to develop new course materials as well as teach previously developed courses. Service duties may include student mentorship, curriculum evaluation and assessment, committee participation, and project leadership.

About the department of Applied Aviation Sciences

The Applied Aviation Sciences Department offers four bachelor's degree programs, each unique: Aviation and Aerospace Safety, Air Traffic Management, Meteorology, and Space Operations. While each program is different from the others, all are excellent choices for students who want challenging and rewarding careers.

About Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution - with no vesting period.

Required Education/Qualifications:

• The preferred candidate will have a PhD (highly desired) or M.S. (required) in Aviation, Aviation Safety, or closely related discipline.
• Five years industry experience in aircraft accident and incident investigation (highly desired).
• Previous industry experience managing an SMS (desired).

Application process/requirements

Priority will be given to completed applications received by 2/28/2025 and reviews will continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit theEmbry-Riddle Career Siteand search for requisition numberR309156. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include a cover letter, full CV, statements of teaching philosophy, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Current Embry-Riddle employees:Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University recognizes the value of diversity and is dedicated to fostering a positive climate in which all students, faculty, and staff are encouraged in their professional, social, and intellectual pursuits. Embry-Riddle is committed to providingequal employment opportunityand affirmative action for qualified individuals. The University does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.