Job Information
Metropolitan State University Of Denver Assistant Professor Of Aviation And Aerospace Science (2 Pos in Denver, Colorado
DepartmentAerospace Science
Position Summary
Metropolitan State University of Denver invites applications for two tenure track Assistant Professor of Aviation and Aerospace Science faculty positions to begin August 2024. The successful applicants will (a) instruct 12-credit hours of aviation-oriented coursework per academic semester (fall & spring), and (b) maintain 5 scheduled office hours per week to include advising/consultation with students. This positions also requires various responsibilities related to professional development and service.
For more information on the Department of Aviation and Aerospace Science in our College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design, please visit: .
MSU Denver enrolls over 17,000 students, where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated (HSI), an INSIGHT into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity () Award winner for 10 consecutive years, and the only certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students. MSU Denver is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented and historically minoritized groups.
Duties/Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include: Instructing 12-credit hours of aviation-oriented coursework per fall and spring semesters. Candidates will be expected to teach courses such as, but not limited to, the following: Private, Instrument, and Commercial FAA 141 Pilot Ground Courses, Aviation Weather, Instrument and Multi-Engine Flight Simulation Courses, Aircraft Systems and Propulsion, Aerodynamics, Human Factors and Physiology of Flight, Aircraft Performance, Crew Resource Management, and Advanced Navigation Systems. Maintaining office hours as required to include advising/consultation with students and engage in student-centered activities. Additional responsibilities in the areas of professional development, scholarly activities, and service to the Department, College, University, and community.
The successful candidates must have the ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse urban population.
Required Qualifications A Master's degree or higher (MA, MS, or PhD) in Aviation and Aerospace Technology/Science 4 years of related aviation technology/science work experience
Preferred Qualifications FAA certifications and ratings to include: (a) Commercial Pilot, (b) Instrument Airplane, (c) Certified Flight Instructor - Single and Multi-Engine Airplane, (d) Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument Airplan Documented experience in FAA Part 141 flight training operations Teaching experience to include: (a) four or more semesters of documented teaching at a U.S. nationally accredited collegiate institution in classes related to aviation or aerospace science and (b) experience instructing collegiate classes online via Web-based delivery FAA Part 121 or 135 Experience and FAA Type Rating in Regional Jet, Large Air Transport Category Aircraft, or Corporate Jet Earned Doctorate (applied) or Ph.D. Qualifying experience requirements for designation as FAA 141 Chief or Assistant Chief Ground Instructor
Salary for Announcement
The salary range for this position is $73,000 - $83,000 at Assistant Professor rank. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and tr ining.
MSUDenver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, freeRTDpass, and more. For a brief overview of these options, please visit our Benefits section.
Instructions to Apply
Complete applications received by Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:59 PMMSTwill receive full consideration, however applications will be accepted after this date until the position is lled. Interested applicants must apply online through MSU Denver's career site, and search for JR101810.
Complete an application and attach the following documents: 1. Curriculum vitae 2. Letter of application 3. Teaching philosophy 4. Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts 5. Peer/student evaluations, if available 6. Copies of relevant licenses or certifications, if available (front and back) 7. A list of three professional... For full info follow application link.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students and