Non-Flight/Classroom Instructor - Aviation

Salary/Position Classification

• $70,000+, 12 month contract, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus

Purpose of Position

The Department of Aviation at the University of North Dakota seeks qualified applicants for a 12-month, non-tenure track, faculty position at the rank of Instructor.

Duties & Responsibilities

• The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
  • Teaching various aviation courses at the standard Instructor teaching load at the undergraduate level.
  • Teaching various aviation flight courses, safety courses, etc.
  • Mentoring students on academic and career aspirations.
  • Serving on departmental, college and university committees, as assigned. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. 

Required Competencies

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

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in an aviation related field and 2 years of professional aviation experience.
• Hold a current FAA CFI, CFII, and MEI certificate.
• At least one year of experience providing flight and classroom instruction in an FAA 14 CFR 141 flight training program or equivalent training experience working at an FAA 121 air carrier.
• 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

• Evidence of established record of successful, collegiate-level classroom teaching in aviation.

To Apply

To assure full consideration, applications must be received by June 9, 2026 and include the following materials:

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