Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach FL and Prescott AZalong with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locationsEmbry-Riddle proudly stands as the worlds largest aviation and aerospace university. Now celebrating our 100th year we continue to lead innovation in STEM education serving more than 30000 students worldwide. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science Aviation Business Technology Engineering Safety Security and Space prepare the next generation of leaders shaping the future of flight and beyond.

The Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University invites a strategic detail-oriented professional to advance faculty excellence through the identification cultivation and support of prestigious national and international awards and honors. This role serves as a central partner to faculty across career stagesproactively identifying high-impact opportunities translating complex award criteria into clear guidance and providing comprehensive hands-on support throughout the nomination and application process. By aligning faculty strengths with competitive recognition pathways this position directly contributes to elevating institutional visibility and academic distinction.

The successful candidate will build and manage systems to track opportunities nominations and outcomes; coordinate limited-submission processes; and collaborate closely with colleges departments and research support units to ensure timely and competitive submissions. Through data-informed strategy resource development and continuous improvement this role strengthens a culture of recognition and achievementpositioning Embry-Riddle faculty for success on a global stage.

Strategic Opportunity Identification & Outreach

• Identify track and communicate nationally and internationally prestigious awards fellowships and honors relevant to faculty across career stages. Monitor award requirements and competitiveness and translate them into clear guidance. Use CV review and institutional data to proactively identify strong candidates and emerging opportunities.

Faculty Advising & Application Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for faculty seeking guidance on awards fellowships and recognition pathways. Provide hands-on support for applications and nominations including writing editing coordination of reference letters and dossier preparation. Advise faculty and nominators on positioning framing and impact.

Data Management & Assessment

• Develop and maintain systems to track faculty interests eligibility nominations submissions and outcomes. Analyze trends to inform outreach strategies and improve success rates. Prepare summary reports for leadership as needed.

Internal Coordination & Campus Partnerships

• Coordinate internal processes for limited-submission and nomination-based awards. Partner with colleges departments and research support units to align faculty strengths with appropriate opportunities. Manage timelines and communications to ensure compliant and competitive submissions.

Education Resources & Continuous Improvement

• Develop written resources templates and workshops to build campus awareness and readiness. Stay current on faculty awards landscapes and best practices. Apply continuous improvement to advising outreach and support processes.

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.

• Generous Time Off:Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9 paid holidays including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Years Day.

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree

Required skills knowledge abilities:

• Experience in academic research nonprofit or professional settings involving writing editing data management program coordination or strategic communications.
• Demonstrated ability to organize complex information manage timelines and support multiple stakeholders.
• Strong written communication skills including the ability to synthesize CVs research statements and impact narratives.
• Comfort working with databases spreadsheets and tracking systems; ability to learn new tools quickly.
• Interest in faculty career development academic recognition and research impact.
• Experience with faculty awards fellowships or nomination

Required minimum of 13 years of work-related experience in administrative roles.

Additional comments regarding education/experience requirements:

• High attention to detail with the ability to think strategically.
• Proactive service-oriented approach to supporting faculty success.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across academic units.

Application process/requirements

Applications will be reviewed beginning April 1.

To submit your application for this opportunity please visit theEmbry-Riddle Career Siteand search for requisition numberR311072. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter

• Full Resume

• 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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