Instructor - Atmospheric Sciences
Instructor - Atmospheric Sciences
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Job Description
Salary/Position Classification
- $51200-$59200 9-month contract Exempt
- $51200 for FT at the Bachelors Degree Level
- $59200 for FT at the Masters Degree Level
- Amounts above adjusted based on FTE
- 40 hours per week other FTE may be offered
- 100% Remote Work Availability: No
- Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No
Purpose of Position
The University of North Dakota (UND) is seeking qualified applicants for a non-tenured teaching position to be filled at the Instructor/Lecturer level within the Department of Atmospheric Sciences.
Duties & Responsibilities
The University of North Dakota (UND) is seeking qualified applicants for a non-tenured teaching position to be filled at the Instructor/Lecturer level within the Department of Atmospheric Sciences. This is a 9-month position and is contingent on available funding. The position is for a one-year term and is renewable depending on performance and funding availability. Base funding will be provided minimally at the 80% level for candidates to teach 6 identical large lecture sections of ATSC-231 Aviation Meteorology. For candidates who prefer to teach one or two additional 3-credit classes (additional 10% to 20% respectively) and/or to provide departmental and university service (10%) then up to 100% base funding is available. Funding is also available for the successful candidate to teach at least one summer course per year.
The Department of Atmospheric Sciences is part of the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences at UND and offers degree programs leading to the B.S. M.S. and Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences. UND is a UCAR Member institution. Spring 2024 enrollments included 128 undergraduate students (70 minors and 58 majors) and 31 graduate students in these programs. Teaching and research is carried out by 12 faculty members; current areas of faculty expertise are listed at Facilities include a 5-cm wavelength dual polarization Doppler weather radar two instrumented ground research sites and use of a Cessna Citation research aircraft in collaboration with a local research firm. Cooperative programs are ongoing with the National Weather Service Weather Forecast Office in Grand Forks. Additional information can be found on our web site: .
- Duties & Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for over 9 months:
- Teaching 6 repeated large lecture sections of the introductory undergraduate course Aviation Meteorology ATSC-231 to approximately 250 to 375 students per year (80% effort).
- Optional teaching of 1 or 2 sections of the 3-credit Introduction to Meteorology large lecture course (10% to 20% effort).
- Optional Service to the Department College University and national/international community (10% effort).
Required Competencies
- Enthusiasm for teaching.
- Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty staff and students.
- Evidence of the ability to teach inspire and mentor students.
- Appreciation for or experience with diverse constituencies.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Atmospheric Sciences or a related field.
- FAA Flight Instructor Certification with Instrument (CFII)
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in Atmospheric Sciences or a related field.
- Experience teaching aviation ground school
- Experience teaching aviation meteorology for pilots
- Certifications in Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) and Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI).
- Experience as a commercial pilot for single engine landing (SEL) and multi-engine landing (MEL) aircraft.
To Apply
For full consideration applications must be fully submitted by 11:59 PM on the position closing date and include the following materials:
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae or resume
Statement on teaching philosophy and professional goals
Unofficial copy of your college transcript
Names and addresses of at least 3 professional references.
Employment Type
Full-Time
