Clinical Asst. Prof. of Aviation Managemet

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Clinical Assistant Professor of Aviation Management

Department: School of Aviation

Position Reports to (Position Title): Director School of Aviation

Effective Date: FY 26-27

Position Class (Exempt or Non-Exempt): Exempt

Position Type (Full Time or Part Time): Full-time

Is this a Primary or Additional Position: Primary

Job Summary

The School of Aviation and Military Sciences seeks a dedicated and innovative scholar-practitioner to join our faculty. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic learning environment by delivering high-quality instruction, maintaining an active research agenda in aviation management, and providing meaningful service to the university and the broader aviation industry.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Duties/Responsibilities

• Applied Teaching and Mentorship

• Instruction: Deliver undergraduate and graduate courses in core aviation management areas such as Airline Operations, Airport Management, Airline Management, Aviation Strategic Management, and other related topic

• Course Design: Develop and update curricula to reflect emerging technologies (e.g., AI/Machine Learning in aviation) and current FAA or international regulatory standards.

• Format Flexibility: Provide instruction across various platforms, including traditional classrooms, hybrid models, and online learning management systems.

• Workload: Typically involves a teaching load of 24 credit hours per academic year (4 courses per semester).

• Industry Engagement and Professional Service

• External Liaison: Act as the department's primary point of contact for industry advisory boards and corporate partners.

• Professional Dissemination: While traditional research is not required, clinical faculty are expected to contribute to professional journals, trade publications, or industry conferences.

• Program Assessment: Lead efforts to ensure the program meets rigorous industry standards.

• Service and Professional Engagement

• University Service: Participate in departmental, college, and university-level committees, as well as student recruitment and retention activities.

• Manage the University's participation in the FAA Air Traffic Control Collegiate Training Initiative. (AT-CTI)

• Advising: Provide academic and career mentoring to undergraduate Aviation Management majors.

• Industry Liaison: Foster partnerships with aviation organizations, airports, and airlines to facilitate student internships and collaborative projects.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Prior experience in Part 121 or Part 141 training environments.
• Record of teaching excellence at the collegiate or professional level.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) .

Education and Experience

• Education: A Master's degree in Aviation, Aeronautics, or Business is typically the minimum requirement when combined with significant professional credentials.
• Professional Experience: Extensive, high-level industry experience (e.g., 10-15+ years) in airline management, airport directorship, or military aviation.
• Certifications: Active professional certifications such as an FAA Commercial Pilot license, Certified Member (C.M.) from AAAE, or Aircraft Dispatcher certificate.

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and other business machines
• Adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and virtually.
• Near vision sufficient to read written communications and computer display screens
• Stamina to teach up to 24 hours weekly.

Important Note

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. The University reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

To Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of references with you JU application.