Assistant Professor - Dept. Aviation Science & Management, Dual Enrollment; Fayette and Clayton

Position: Assistant Professor - Dept. Aviation Science & Management, Dual Enrollment (Fayette and Clayton...

Assistant Professor – Dept. Aviation Science & Management, Dual Enrollment (Fayette and Clayton Counties)

Location: Middle Georgia State University, middle Georgia, USA
Job : 289016
Type: Full‑time, Regular, 10‑month, 12‑15 semester hours per semester

Job Summary

This is a 10‑month faculty position with a teaching load of 12‑15 semester hours in undergraduate aviation courses. Courses will be delivered onsite at high‑school sites in Fayette and Clayton counties as part of MGA’s dual enrollment initiative. The role also includes participation in aviation‑related research.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate aviation courses, totaling 12‑15 semester hours per semester, in the Aviation Science and Management Department.
• Conduct dual enrollment aviation courses at high‑school sites in Fayette and Clayton counties.
• Advise and mentor aviation students on academic and career development.
• Develop course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assessments, and lab projects.
• Create training aids and mock‑ups for instructional use.
• Evaluate student achievement and competence.
• Collaborate with faculty and industry advisory committees.
• Utilize and demonstrate proficiency with D2L, the online teaching and learning platform.

Required Educational Qualifications

Master’s degree in Aviation required. If the master’s or doctoral degree is not in Aviation, extensive experience in aviation combined with a master’s or doctoral degree is required.

Required Professional Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to teach a broad array of aviation training courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge typical of a doctoral degree in aviation.
• Civilian aviation experience, including FAR Part 121 or 135 operations.
• Industry experience in aviation.
• Teaching experience in aviation.
• FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and/or Ground Instructor certificates (AGI, IGI).

Required Documents

• Letter of interest including teaching philosophy and salary requirements.
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae.
• Unofficial academic transcripts (undergraduate and graduate).
• Names and contact information for three references.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Sick leave
• Vacation leave
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment opportunity institution. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, gender, religion, or any other protected status, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation, including a criminal background check, verification of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a credit check.

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