Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Aeronautical Sciences, Daytona Beach Campus

About the role

The Opportunity The Aeronautical Science Department in the College of Aviation (COA) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach invites applications for a Tenure-Track 9-month appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The qualified candidate will teach courses held in the Department of Aeronautical Science for both the Aeronautical Science and Aeronautics undergraduate degree programs.

They will also demonstrate an active or promising research agenda in areas of study consistent with flight operations or other aviation related subjects. Excellence in teaching and the growth of a well-developed research portfolio are our top priority. Other priorities include service to the university and a strong commitment to student mentorship.

The qualified candidate will have a broad base of knowledge and experience in the operation of large-transport category aircraft or high performance aircraft used in commercial aircraft transportation.

Courseware may include requisite material based in large transport category flight operations, crew resource management, aviation safety, domestic and international navigation, aircraft systems, and other content areas brought forth through course/department expansion.

The appropriate candidate will hold an earned doctorate in a related field from an accredited institution and will possess a strong interest in advancing aviation education and research through a strong record of publishing and grant procurement.

About us For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs.

With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries. Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering.

Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow. Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job.

Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence-and help shape the future of aerospace.

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.

Qualifications

• Required Education: Doctoral degree in Aeronautical Science or related field and FAA Licensure commensurate with position requirements.
• Application process/requirements Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
• To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R312192.

Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online.

Complete submissions include: Cover letter Full CV Statements of teaching philosophy Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process) Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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