Tenure Track Faculty Position focus Big Data Analytics and Aviation Safety School of Graduate Studies

Position: Tenure Track Faculty Position with a focus on Big Data Analytics and Aviation Safety in the School of Graduate Studies
Job Description

The Opportunity

The School of Graduate Studies in the College of Aviation at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a strong preference for candidates with a background and expertise in big data analytics, aviation safety, and machine learning/AI.

The Graduate School offers an MS in Aviation with specializations in Aviation Safety, Uncrewed Systems, and Space Operations. It also offers an MS in Occupational Safety Management, an MS in Uncrewed Systems, and an MS in Space Operations in a traditional on-campus format, as well as an online Ph.D. in Aviation with specializations in Aviation Safety, Aviation Human Factors, Aviation Operations, and Intradisciplinary.

The candidate will be expected to teach courses at both the doctoral and master's levels and chair Ph.D. dissertation and/or master's thesis committees. The typical teaching load is 2 to 3 courses per semester.

In addition to teaching responsibilities, the candidate is required to meet ongoing scholarly growth requirements, which include publishing scholarly work, actively pursuing and obtaining externally funded research, and presenting work at professional conferences. The candidate will also be expected to fulfill service responsibilities to the university and the profession. This faculty position will be located on the Daytona Beach campus. The candidate is required to provide instruction in both traditional classroom formats and online formats as appropriate.

About the Department of College of Aviation (COA)

The College of Aviation is the global leader in aviation and aerospace education and research and curriculum innovation. We are renowned for outstanding people and programs and the impact of our work. The college is guided by concern for ethical and responsible behavior nested in a culture of safety and professionalism. We believe a vibrant future for aviation and aerospace rests in the knowledge, skills, attitudes and abilities of our graduates.

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!

* Health Benefits:

Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health-because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!

* 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 an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

Qualifications

Required education and experience

A doctorate and relevant experience in aviation safety, big data analytics, or ML/AI.

Preferred qualifications

Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. in a closely related field, and teaching and research experience in aviation safety, big data, analytics, advanced statistics, and machine learning.

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 R309967. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

* Current CV

* Letter of application

* Copy of unofficial Ph.D. transcript

* Teaching philosophy (one page)

* Research…