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Faculty, Tenure Track, Assistant Professor - Aviation Science

Position Number: 6442250
Location: Orem, UT
Position Type: Vocational & Technical - Aviation

Faculty, Tenure Track, Assistant Professor - Aviation Science

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: FT Faculty
Job Number: FY2604642
Closing: 9/1/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

The School of Aviation Sciences (www.uvu.edu/aviation) invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions in aviation to begin January 2026.

The aviation sciences faculty develops and teaches undergraduate courses. The faculty engages in scholarly activities and/or creative works that contribute to the mission of the university, department, and profession. In addition, faculty engages with the community through activities such as community outreach, industry partnering, and curriculum alignment to meet the needs of industry partners. Faculty may be required to teach day, evening, weekend, online, blended, or off-campus courses.

Utah Valley University places a strong emphasis on teaching. Faculty members are expected to develop a learning environment and activities that help students achieve their learning objectives. UVU is committed to fostering and preserving a culture of equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID). We recognize the need to develop a diverse and inclusive faculty, staff, and student body and encourage applicants with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to apply.

The School of Aviation Sciences has educated thousands of aviation industry professionals since 1988 and offers Bachelor's degrees in Professional Pilot and Aviation Management. The School's flight training center is located at our Provo Airport Campus only a 10-minute drive from UVU's main campus. The Global Aviation online program provides funding and travel opportunities supporting faculty directed initiatives. Aviation faculty benefit from a highly competitive benefits and retirement package as well as flexible in-person and online teaching schedules with a focus on quality-of-life.

Summary of Responsibilities

Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories, through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures and other appropriate methods or educational delivery.
Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures.
Engages in scholarly activities including applied research and produces scholarly/creative work consistent with disciplinary specialization and the academic goals of the department.
Serves the department, college, and university by attending departmental meetings, working on committees, and accepting other service appointments.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in Aviation or a related field to the coursework being taught.

Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in an aviation related field from a regionally accredited university, higher education experience with online teaching experience.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

Knowledge of the principles and methodology of adult teaching techniques.
Knowledge of current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) policies, regulations and procedures as related to best practices in industry.
Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative data analysis and research methodology. Knowledge of subject matter and course content.
Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques in upper and lower division courses.
Knowledge of student management, motivation, evaluation; evaluation of (peer and self) instruction.
Knowledge of program and curriculum development and evaluation.
Knowledge of and expertise in current trends in education, such as engaged learning and service learning, learning technologies (e.g., digital technologies for classroom management and distance education), public presenting and report and grant writing.

Skills

Skills in recruiting, interviewing, and placement of students
Skills in assisting counselors and other department heads in maintaining an effective program.
Proven skills as an accomplished teacher or trainer
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong program coordination skills
Effective verbal and technical written communication skills
Effective interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Abilities

Ability to develop curriculum and teach design courses.
Ability to develop effective business and educational partnerships at the campus, local, state and national levels.
Ability to harmonize instruction with standardized industry practices and department objectives.
Ability to teach college/university level aviation courses with the knowledge and skill to encourage a high degree of interactivity with students and department staff using a wide variety of methodologies.
Ability to manage and prioritize tasks.
Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to interpret the University's core values (exceptional care, exceptional accountability, exceptional results).
Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum.
Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance.
Ability to use a classroom learning management system, such as Canvas.
Ability to conduct scholarship/creative works and service and have interests that align with the aviation science discipline.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/5028475/faculty-tenure-track-assistant-professor-aviation-science

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