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Assistant Professor Of Aviation And Aerospace Science (2 Positions)
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Position Number: 5027846
Location: Denver, CO
Position Type: Vocational & Technical - Aviation

Assistant Professor Of Aviation And Aerospace Science (2 Positions)

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Department
Aerospace Science

Position Summary

Metropolitan State University of Denver invites applications for two tenure track Assistant Professor of Aviation and Aerospace Science faculty positions to begin August 2024. The successful applicants will (a) instruct 12-credit hours of aviation-oriented coursework per academic semester (fall & spring), and (b) maintain 5 scheduled office hours per week to include advising/consultation with students. This positions also requires various responsibilities related to professional development and service.

For more information on the Department of Aviation and Aerospace Science in our College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/aviation-aerospace/.

MSU Denver enrolls over 17,000 students, where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), an INSIGHT into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award winner for 10 consecutive years, and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students. MSU Denver is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented and historically minoritized groups.

Duties/Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:

Instructing 12-credit hours of aviation-oriented coursework per fall and spring semesters. Candidates will be expected to teach courses such as, but not limited to, the following: Private, Instrument, and Commercial FAA 141 Pilot Ground Courses, Aviation Weather, Instrument and Multi-Engine Flight Simulation Courses, Aircraft Systems and Propulsion, Aerodynamics, Human Factors and Physiology of Flight, Aircraft Performance, Crew Resource Management, and Advanced Navigation Systems.
Maintaining office hours as required to include advising/consultation with students and engage in student-centered activities.
Additional responsibilities in the areas of professional development, scholarly activities, and service to the Department, College, University, and community.

The successful candidates must have the ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse urban population.

Required Qualifications

A Master's degree or higher (MA, MS, or PhD) in Aviation and Aerospace Technology/Science
4 years of related aviation technology/science work experience

Preferred Qualifications

FAA certifications and ratings to include: (a) Commercial Pilot, (b) Instrument Airplane, (c) Certified Flight Instructor - Single and Multi-Engine Airplane, (d) Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument Airplane
Documented experience in FAA Part 141 flight training operations
Teaching experience to include: (a) four or more semesters of documented teaching at a U.S. nationally accredited collegiate institution in classes related to aviation or aerospace science and (b) experience instructing collegiate classes online via Web-based delivery
FAA Part 121 or 135 Experience and FAA Type Rating in Regional Jet, Large Air Transport Category Aircraft, or Corporate Jet
Earned Doctorate (applied) or Ph.D.
Qualifying experience requirements for designation as FAA 141 Chief or Assistant Chief Ground Instructor

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this position is $73,000 - $83,000 at Assistant Professor rank. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more. For a brief overview of these options, please visit our Benefits section.

Instructions to Apply

Complete applications received by Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM MST will receive full consideration, however applications will be accepted after this date until the position is lled. Interested applicants must apply online through MSU Denver's career site, https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MSUDenver, and search for JR101810.

Complete an application and attach the following documents:

1. Curriculum vitae

2. Letter of application

3. Teaching philosophy

4. Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts

5. Peer/student evaluations, if available

6. Copies of relevant licenses or certifications, if available (front and back)

7. A list of three professional references and their contact information

**Please note that you MUST upload ALL documents into the Resume/Cover Letter box** Multiple documents can be submitted into the resume/cover letter box; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application.

Internal applicants must apply through their MSU Denver Workday Home page, searching 'Find Jobs'.

Ocial transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative
Tanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email
trogowsk@msudenver.edu

Benefits

MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link:

Employee Benefits Offerings

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.

To apply, please visit: https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/MSUDenver/job/Denver-Colorado/Assistant-Professor-of-Aerospace-Science_JR101810