Assistant Professor; Aviation Technologies

Position: Assistant Professor (Aviation Technologies) (2 Vacancies)
The College of Health and Human Sciences at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking applicants for the above anticipated position beginning Fall 2026.  This is a nine-month, continuing appointment which may lead to tenure.  This position will support the baccalaureate degree in Aviation Technologies developed to prepare aviation technicians with advanced technical skills.  Application review will begin after February 7, 2025, with applications accepted through March 31, 2026, or until the position is filled.

This position is represented by SIU Carbondale Faculty Association/IEA-NEA. For more information regarding salary and other details please visit:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

Primary teaching responsibilities will include instruction in the undergraduate Aviation Technologies baccalaureate program which is also an FAA-approved Part 147 Airframe and Powerplant program. Participation in program/School support activities and service on committees at various levels is required. It is expected that the successful candidate will identify and develop an area of personal research interest resulting in scholarly productivity consistent with the applied research goals of the College and University.

The individual will engage in scholarly activities and professional service related to the aviation discipline. Service which enriches the community, College and University is also expected, as is fulfillment of other assignments as may be required. Support and positively contribute to SIU's mission of student success and retention through actions and responsibilities within this role.

Minimum Qualifications:

Earned master's degree, required by time of appointment, and a minimum of three years full-time professional employment in aircraft maintenance, avionics maintenance, repair or installation, aircraft/engine manufacturing or product support environment. Valid FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant Ratings. One earned degree in an aviation or related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

Earned doctorate.  Successful post-secondary teaching experience in aircraft maintenance and/or product support. Demonstrated history of scholarly productivity in Aviation Technologies or related fields.  FAA Mechanic Certificate obtained as the result of completing an FAA-approved Part 147 curriculum.

Required Documents:
Submit a letter of application specifying the position to which application is being made and including research interests, current resume or vitae, and names, addresses and telephone number of five references.

Contact:
Donald Morris, dmorris  

Why you should consider teaching for SIU's School of Aviation: SIU's School of Aviation is part of a vibrant Aviation community in Southern Illinois. Located on a separate airport campus, we offer undergraduate degrees in Aircraft Maintenance (our Aviation Technologies program), Aviation Flight, and Aviation Management.  

We also offer graduate degrees in Aviation Management.  SIU considers a Masters Degree to be the terminal degree in Aviation, so this position offers the expectation of tenure without the requirement for a Ph.D.  Our typical tenure track academic load is nine credit hour equivalents per semester - significantly less than many of our sister institutions.  Our Assistant Professors are expected to pursue a research agenda, but don't let this scare you.  

We offer ample resources to help new faculty with this process, including mentoring, course releases, and startup packages.  With these course releases, you can expect academic loads as low as six credit hour equivalents as you are learning the ropes.  

For the aviation enthusiast - and we hope you are - our Airport Campus is located at Southern Illinois Airport (KMDH).
Between our SIU programs and local aircraft businesses, our airport is a "happening" place.  It is not unusual to see five or six small aircraft in the pattern at any given time.

Many of our Aviation Technologies students find part time employment with Crucial Aviation, Enhanced…