Job Description

The Opportunity

The School of Graduate Studies in the College of Aviation at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a strong preference for candidates with a background and expertise in big data analytics aviation safety and machine learning/AI.

The Graduate School offers an MS in Aviation with specializations in Aviation Safety Uncrewed Systems and Space Operations. It also offers an MS in Occupational Safety Management an MS in Uncrewed Systems and an MS in Space Operations in a traditional on-campus format as well as an online Ph.D. in Aviation with specializations in Aviation Safety Aviation Human Factors Aviation Operations and Intradisciplinary.

The candidate will be expected to teach courses at both the doctoral and masters levels and chair Ph.D. dissertation and/or masters thesis committees. The typical teaching load is 2 to 3 courses per semester.

In addition to teaching responsibilities the candidate is required to meet ongoing scholarly growth requirements which include publishing scholarly work actively pursuing and obtaining externally funded research and presenting work at professional conferences. The candidate will also be expected to fulfill service responsibilities to the university and the profession. This faculty position will be located on the Daytona Beach campus. The candidate is required to provide instruction in both traditional classroom formats and online formats as appropriate.

About the Department of College of Aviation (COA)

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 experience

A doctorate and relevant experience in aviation safety big data analytics or ML/AI.

Preferred qualifications

Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. in a closely related field and teaching and research experience in aviation safety big data analytics advanced statistics and machine learning.

Application process/requirements

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R309967. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Current CV
• Letter of application
• Copy of unofficial Ph.D. transcript
• Teaching philosophy (one page)
• Research plan (one page) including research interests strategies and research plan
• 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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