Aviation and Aerospace Science Lecturer
- Employer
- Metropolitan State University of Denver
- Location
- Colorado, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 28, 2022
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Salary for Announcement
The salary range for this position is $68,000 – $70,000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training.
MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more. For a brief overview of these options, visit our Employee Benefits Summary page.
Posting Details
Posting Number
F00918
Position Title
Aviation and Aerospace Science Lecturer
Position Number
F00621
Employee Category
Faculty - Cat II
Department
Aviation and Aerospace Science
EClass Code
Full time faculty - 9 mo with benefits
Position Summary
Metropolitan State University of Denver is seeking applicants for a lecturer position in the Department of Aviation and Aerospace Science to begin Fall 2023. This position will teach 12 credit hours per semester, maintain office hours as required to include advising/consultation with students, and engage in student-centered activities. Candidates will be expected to teach courses such as, but not limited to, the following: Aviation Fundamentals (Private Pilot Ground), Aviation Weather, Single and Multi-Engine Flight Simulation, Commercial and Instrument Ground, Instrument Flight Simulation, Aircraft Systems and Propulsion, Aerodynamics, Human Factors and Physiology of Flight, Aircraft Performance, Advanced Navigation Systems.
MSU Denver is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for underrepresented and historically minoritized groups. Our student population consists of over 57% first-generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution ( HSI ) located in downtown Denver. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university in providing support for all college students to achieve their academic goals. The University serves an undergraduate student population among the most diverse in the state, including the most first-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students.
Duties/Responsibilities
This position teaches 4 courses per semester (fall and spring) in the Department of Aviation & Aerospace Science ( AVS ) and advises students a minimum of 5 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, with a minimum of 4 years of experience in aviation operations OR a minimum of 4 years of higher education teaching experience in a related field OR a combination of aviation operations experience and higher education teaching experience in a related field totaling a minimum of 4 years of combined experience
- Required FAA Certifications of Commercial Certificate with Instrument Rating, Certified Flight Instructor
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in related field, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in aviation operations OR a minimum of 5 years of higher education teaching experience in a related field OR a combination of aviation operations experience and higher education teaching experience in a related field totaling a minimum of 5 years of combined experience
FAA certifications as stated in required qualifications with preference to those also holding the Airline Transport Pilot certificate, Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument, Multi-engine Rating and Instructor certificate, Advanced and Instrument Ground Instructor, Turbine Aircraft Type Rating(s)
Posting date
11/28/2022
Closing date
Closing Instructions
Open Until Filled
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. All applications must be submitted through the university’s online system, www.msudenverjobs.com .
Please include the following documents with your application:
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Cover letter
- Copies of appropriate FAA certification and ratings as related
- Names and contact information for three professional/academic
references
Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
Talent Team Representative
Tanya Rogowsky
Talent Team Representative E-mail
trogowsk@msudenver.edu
Benefits
MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link: Employee Benefits Offerings
Diversity Statement
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students and over 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.
We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.
MSU Denver is committed to creating and fostering a work environment and culture of belonging; we are proud of the work our employee affinity groups contribute to our culture. For more information on our employee affinity groups please visit this link .
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