DepartmentAerospace Science

　　Position Summary

　　Metropolitan State University of Denver invites applications for a tenuretrack Assistant Professor of Aerospace Science faculty position to beginAugust 2024. The successful applicant will (a) instruct 12-credit hours ofaviation-oriented coursework per academic semester (fall & spring),and (b) maintain 5 scheduled office hours per week to includeadvising/consultation with students. This position also requires variousresponsibilities related to professional development and service.

　　For more information on the Department of Aviation and Aerospace Science inour College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design, please visit: .

　　MSU Denver enrolls over 16,000 students, where nearly 60% are firstgeneration and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver,we are a designated (HSI), an INSIGHT into Diversity Higher EducationExcellence in Diversity () Award winner for 10 consecutive years, andthe only certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institutionof higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open accessmission, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students.The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in thestate, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action forChildhood Arrivals students. MSU Denver is particularly interested inapplicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgroundsand a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education forunder-represented and historically minoritized groups.

　　Duties/Responsibilities

　　Responsibilities will include:Instructing 12-credit hours of aviation-oriented coursework per fall andspring semesters. Candidates will be expected to teach courses such as, butnot limited to, the following: Private, Instrument, and Commercial FAA141 Pilot Ground Courses, Aviation Weather, Instrument and Multi-EngineFlight Simulation Courses, Aircraft Systems and Propulsion,Aerodynamics, Human Factors and Physiology of Flight, AircraftPerformance, Crew Resource Management, and Advanced Navigation Systems.Maintaining office hours as required to include advising/consultation withstudents and engage in student-centered activities.Additional responsibilities in the areas of professional development,scholarly activities, and service to the Department, College,University, and community.

　　The successful candidate must have the ability to work with and be sensitiveto the educational needs of a diverse urban population.

　　Required QualificationsA Master's degree or higher (MA, MS, or PhD) in Aviation andAerospace Technology/Science4 years of related aviation technology/science work experience

　　Preferred QualificationsFAA certifications and ratings to include: (a) Commercial Pilot,(b) Instrument Airplane, (c) Certified Flight Instructor - Singleand Multi-Engine Airplane, (d) Certified Flight Instructor - InstrumentAirplanDocumented experience in FAA Part 141 flight training operationsTeaching experience to include: (a) four or more semesters of documentedteaching at a U.S. nationally accredited collegiate institution in classesrelated to aviation or aerospace science and (b) experience instructingcollegiate classes online via Web-based deliveryFAA Part 121 or 135 Experience and FAA Type Rating in Regional Jet, LargeAir Transport Category Aircraft, or Corporate JetEarned Doctorate (applied) or Ph.D.Qualifying experience requirements for designation as FAA 141 Chief orAssistant Chief Ground Instructor

　　Salary for Announcement

　　The salary range for this position is $73,000 - $83,000 at AssistantProfessor rank. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be setbased upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internalequity, education, experience, specialty and training.

　　MSUDenve offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental,retirement, tuition benefit, freeRTDpass, and more. For a brief overviewof these options, please visit our Benefits section.

　　Instructions to Apply

　　Complete applications received by Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:59PMMSTwill receive full consideration, however applications will be acceptedafter this date until the position is lled. Interested applicants must applyonline through MSU Denver's career site, and search for JR101810.

　　Complete an application and attach the following documents:1. Curriculum vitae2. Letter of... For full info follow application link.

　　Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campuscommunity that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms.Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students andover 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institutionlocated in downtown Denver.

　　We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert withindividuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion.We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students,