Term Assistant Professor of Aviation Maintenance Technology - UAF Community and Technical College

UAF Community and Technical College (UAF CTC) is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Term Assistant Professor of Aviation Maintenance Technology to join our dynamic Aviation program. The ideal candidate will bring their knowledge of Alaskan commercial aviation, familiarity with rural Alaska, and their ability to effectively communicate with students from diverse cultures and learning styles as they teach and prepare Alaskans for Alaska's jobs.

This is a full-time, 9-month, term faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. Since the UAF CTC Aviation program operates year round, full-time program faculty may be offered additional teaching opportunities during the summer months as well.

To thrive in this position, candidates will utilize their experience working on a variety of aircraft in a commercial aviation setting and their theoretical and practical knowledge of maintenance and repairs of certified aircraft under the 14 CFRs to prepare students for work within our communities. It is essential that they possess strong communication and presentation skills as well as intermediate to advanced computer competency.

The successful candidate will demonstrate their ability to maintain safety in program delivery and in the aviation facility on a daily basis. The ability to collaborate across the aviation program and to work effectively with the Federal Aviation Administration and other entities within the aviation community are also critical to succeed in this position.

• 3 or more years’ experience maintaining traditional, manned aircraft under the 14 CFRs.
• Experience with 14 CFR 147 schools (as a student or employee).
• Experience under the Federal Aviation Regulations in maintaining a variety (types and categories) of certified aircraft in a wide variety of subject areas.
• Current (as defined in 14 CFR 65.83) FAA Mechanic's Certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• Eligible for inspection authorization under 14 CFR 65.91.

This position is located at the UAF Community and Technical College in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, 9-month, term faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave/faculty time off, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.

Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.

Finalists should be prepared to present a demonstration of teaching.

We review applications on a rolling basis. Because we may close the posting once a sufficient pool of qualified candidates is established, we encourage early submission. Please note that once a viable pool is identified, further applications may not be reviewed.

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* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

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