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Faculty Specialist I/II - College of Aviation - Tenure Track

Western Michigan University · United States
Deadline
Apr 04, 2027
Closing in 167 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
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Posted Oct 06, 2026

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Faculty Specialist I/II - College of Aviation - Tenure Track

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For "Other" documents, please submit copies of FAA certificates.

Position Details

Posting Summary
College College Of Aviation
Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs
Department College of Aviation
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F350P
Job Type Tenure Track
Pay Type Exempt/Salaried
Pay Grade FS1/FS2
Campus Location WMU-Battle Creek - College of Aviation
Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Number of Vacancies 1
General Summary The College of Aviation at Western Michigan University invites applications for an academic year, tenure-track faculty position. As faculty specialist-lecturer, applicants will have the opportunity to teach the next generation of aviation professionals in state-of-the-art facilities. The position will teach primarily in aviation flight science and aviation management and operations programs. Applicants will join a supportive and collegial environment that values collaboration among students, faculty, and staff. This position represents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic community and to bring professional experience into a top collegiate program to enhance student learning.
Major Duties
  • Teach up to 15 credits in the fall and spring for a total of no more than 30 credits of regularly scheduled courses or their equivalent over an academic year.
  • Fulfill curriculum development as part of normal workload.
  • Carry out any administrative tasks assigned as part of normal workload.
  • Fulfill bargaining unit workload requirements with equivalent administrative work.
  • Serve as a resource for the college by participating in service work related to various committees, professional societies, and community organizations.
  • Be available to assist students with course advising, orientation, and individual mentoring.
  • Support the diverse curricula by maintaining the appropriate qualifications, proficiencies, and certificates to comply with governmental, organizational and accreditation requirements.
  • Encourage and support student involvement in student organizations and internships.
  • Maintain relevant relationships with the aviation industry and community.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • FAA commercial pilot or airline transport pilot certificate with airplane SEL, MEL, and Instrument ratings.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Significant related industry experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • Airline Flight Operations
    • Corporate/Business Aviation Flight Operations
    • Safety
    • Security
    • Human Factors
Desired Qualifications
  • Collegiate aviation teaching experience.
  • Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • Dispatcher, CFI, CFI-I, MEI, IGI, AGI, or A&P certificates
Special Instructions to Applicants For “Other” documents, please submit copies of FAA certificates.
Additional Position Information Go to: wmich.edu/hr/employees/faculty for benefits and other information.

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. List of References
  4. Other
Optional Documents

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