Assistant Professor, Aviation - IFO (AA28019) at Minnesota State in Mankato

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). Working Title: Assistant Professor, Aviation - IFO (AA28019) Institution: Minnesota State University, Mankato Classification Title: State University Faculty Bargaining Unit / Union: 209: Inter Faculty Organization City: Mankato FLSA: Job Exempt Full Time / Part Time: Full time Employment Condition: Unclassified - Unlimited Academic Salary Range: $64,963.00 - $193,146.00 Salary Type: Depends on qualifications Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on November 19, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Position: Tenure-Track (Probationary*) Job Duties The department of Aviation at Minnesota State University, Mankato invites applications for a tenure-track (probationary), Assistant Professor beginning August 16, 2027. This position requires teaching and advising undergraduate and graduate students in the Aviation program. This position requires actively engage in research, continue preparation and study, contribute to student growth and development, and provide services to the Aviation Department, the College of Education, the University, and the broader community. A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year. The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified. May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university’s additional locations, as assigned. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities. This successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in World of Aviation, Private Pilot Ground School, Theory of Flight, Aviation Management, Aviation Law, Aviation Safety, Aviation Human Factors. All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement ) Minimum Qualifications Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from a wide range of diverse backgrounds and to foster a professional environment that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable for all. Master’s Degree (evidence of degree completion by date of appointment). Prior experience as a pilot instructor, corporate pilot, or commercial aircrew. Demonstrated professional, teaching, and/or research experience in the aviation field. Preferred Qualification Demonstrated experience fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful environment while working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and presentation skills. Doctoral degree in Aviation, Aerospace, Aeronautics, Safety, Human Factors, JD, DBA, or a related field. FAA Ground instructor certificate, flight instructor certificate, Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate, and/or aircraft dispatcher certificate. Demonstrated training and experience appropriate to teach aviation courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels listed, along with additional courses depending on the department’s needs: World of Aviation, Private Pilot Ground School, Theory of Flight, Aviation Management, Aviation Law, Aviation Safety, Aviation Human Factors. Demonstrated willingness to participate in accreditation, program review, and/or assessment processes. Application Procedures: A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search com