Teaching Assistant Professor - Aviation

Salary/Position Classification

• $72,000+ 9-month contract, Exempt
  • Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

The Department of Aviation at the University of North Dakota seeks qualified applicants for a 9-month, non-tenure track, faculty position at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor. Anticipated start date for this position is January 11, 2026.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
  • Teaching various aviation courses (4/4 course load for Assistant Professors) at the undergraduate level.
  • Teaching various aviation industry and flight courses, safety courses, UAS courses, etc.
  • Advising and mentoring students on academic and career aspirations.
  • Serving on departmental, college and university committees, as assigned.
  • Supervising students conducting scholarly activities.

Required Competencies

• Ability to teach and develop a broad array of aviation courses at the undergraduate level.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Aviation or related field.
• A minimum of 3 year of professional aviation experience.
• Advanced FAA pilot certification.
• Experience with UAS operations.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D., Ed.D., M.D. or J.D. degree.
• Hold a current FAA CFI/CFII certificate
• Evidence of established record of successful, collegiate-level classroom teaching in aviation.

To Apply

To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 08/08/2025 and include the following materials:

• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement of professional goals.
• Names and addresses of at least three professional references.