Summary The Air University (AU) invites applications from qualified individuals for the position of Post-Doctoral fellow of Strategy and Security Studies. The incumbent will teach, conduct independent research activities, mentor students, conduct service and will be responsible for carrying out supporting learning activities to achieve organizational outcomes. This position reports to the Air University Chief Academic Officer. Responsibilities Teach Graduate-level Courses. Teaches graduate-level courses based on terminal degree specialty and advises student research. Designs course requirements and instructional methodologies; produces approved syllabi; teaches in the classroom; designs, administers, and grades student evaluations; provides detailed feedback to students and documentation of student progress. Serves as subject matter expert and advisor to AU and the respective school/centers on subjects of relevance. Advises students in areas appropriate to expertise and interests. Guides students through the research process including developing appropriate research questions, performing research in primary source materials, organizing and constructing the thesis arguments and composing the formal document. Conduct Research and Writing. Conducts research in relevant source material on matters relevant to the Department of the Air Force (DAF), Department of Defense (DoD), and the security of the United States. Actively seeks publication of book manuscripts as well as scholarly works such as articles, monographs, and book reviews for publication in peer-reviewed scholarly journals, professional journals and other outlets. Presents results of research at appropriate conferences and symposia. Supervises and advises student research in course work, research projects and professional studies papers. Performs Service Activities in Support of University Goals and Objectives. Performs service activities such as curriculum review, awards programs, graduation ceremonies, letters of recommendation, accreditation self-study, etc. Participates with other professional organizations, AF/DoD institutions, universities and colleges for professional development. Delivers lectures, conducts seminars, participates in professional activities related to the curriculum. Maintain academic currency by participating in appropriate professional associations, as well as consistently ensuring appropriate academic support to AU organizations as teaching and school-related duties allow or at the direction of the Commandant. Commitment to contributing service to the department, the college and the university. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Ability to guide graduate-level research in relevant source material and guide students to cogent arguments based on the findings. Ability to write and edit to publishable scholarly standards. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness in academic programs. The ability to deal with sensitive issues in a professional manner. Knowledge of functions, structure, and operations of an accredited, graduate-level academic organization. Willingness to work collaboratively with faculty and mentor students from various disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds. Air University is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive educational environment: We are dedicated to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty committed to inclusive teaching and scholarship. Prospective candidates must engender a climate that values and uses diversity in all its forms to enrich debate and make the institution more inclusive. Applicants should address how they will further these goals in their cover letter. Education An earned doctorate degree or another appropriate terminal degree in a field relevant to national security from an accredited postsecondary institution is required. ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are required to be scanned/submitted at the time of application. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information The position will be an initial two-year appointment with a one-year probationary period, with the potential for continued reappointment. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated in the "Highly Qualified" or "Best Qualified" Category on the rating criteria for this vacancy. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.