Job Description

The Opportunity

The Department of Applied Aviation Sciences invites candidates to apply for a Non-Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position to teach introductory and higher-level undergraduate courses ranging from space policy to general space operations and/or space cybersecurity in our B.S. Space Operations degree program. Depending on candidate skills there may be additional opportunities to teach in our Master of Science in Space Operations.

The position includes a mix of teaching and service obligations. Basic teaching requirements are twelve credit hours (four courses) per semester. Service duties include student mentoring curriculum evaluation committee participation and project leadership.

The candidate is expected to develop new course materials as well as teach previously developed courses related to space operations and space policy & regulation. These courses provide students critical insight to the space operations as well as the regulatory requirements governing space flight to give our students a unique advantage in the space industry. Service duties include student mentoring curriculum evaluation committee participation and project leadership.

About the Department of Applied Aviation Sciences

The Applied Aviation Sciences Department offers four bachelors degree programs each unique: Aviation and Aerospace Safety Air Traffic Management (both A.S. and B.S.) Meteorology and Space Operations. While each program is different from the others all are excellent choices for students who want challenging and rewarding careers. The Bachelor of Science degree in Space Operations (BSSO) is a unique program focused on the operations policy business safety training human factors and mission planning elements of space addition ERAU Daytona Beach offers an M.S. in Space Operations.

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach FL and Prescott AZ plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations Embry-Riddle stands as the worlds largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years weve been pioneering education in STEM fields serving over 11600 residential students and 19200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science Aviation Business Technology Engineering Safety Security and Space.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits:Experience comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your healthbecause your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier happier you!
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions:ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution with no vesting period.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

• PhD in space related field (desired) or M.S. in space related field with background in space industry (required).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in higher education or other teaching experience.

Application process/requirements

The position and contract are expected to begin in Spring 2026 (January). Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received by 9/15/2025.

To submit your application for this opportunity please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R310043. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter
• Full CV
• Statements of teaching philosophy
• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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