Department of Aviation Technologies
The College of Health and Human Sciences at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking eligible applicants for the above anticipated position beginning Fall 2024, or until suitably qualified individuals are found. This is a nine-month, continuing appointment which may lead to tenure. This position will support the baccalaureate degree in Aviation Technologies developed to prepare aviation technicians with advanced technical skills. Promising new faculty in CHHS are offered competitive startup packages, including graduate/undergraduate assistant support, course releases, and summer salary designed to jump-start research scholarships.
Responsibilities:
Primary teaching responsibilities will include instruction in the undergraduate Aviation Technologies baccalaureate program which is also an FAA-approved Part 147 Airframe and Powerplant program and/or the Aviation Management program. Participation in program/School support activities and service on committees at various levels is required. It is expected that the successful candidate will identify and develop an area of personal research interest resulting in scholarly productivity consistent with the applied research goals of the College and University. The individual will engage in scholarly activities and professional service related to the aviation discipline. Service that enriches the community, College, and University is also expected, as is fulfillment of other assignments as may be required.
The School of Aviation at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is nationally recognized, FAA-approved, and offers programs in Aviation Flight, Aviation Management, and Aviation Technologies. The school offers several undergraduate and graduate degrees via online and onsite campuses. Onsite instruction is offered on the grounds of the Southern Illinois Airport in Carbondale, including in the state-of-the-art Transportation Education Center composed of office space and classrooms, a 60,000-square-foot hangar, a helicopter laboratory, and a variety of other hands-on learning laboratories. Promising new faculty in CHHS are offered competitive startup packages, including graduate/undergraduate assistant support, course releases, and summer salary designed to jump-start research scholarships. Carbondale is located 100 miles southeast of St. Louis, Missouri, and is adjacent to the Shawnee National Forest, many clean lakes, and some of the most picturesque terrain in Illinois. Additional information regarding the Aviation Technologies Program is available at http://www.aviation.siu.edu/.
Application Deadline: May 15, 2024, or until suitable applicants are found.
To apply: Go to https://job.siu.edu. Create a profile and upload a letter of application specifying the position to which the application is being made and including research interests, current resume or vitae, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of five references.
SIU Carbondale is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.
