Post-Doctoral Fellow of Strategy and Security Studies

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.

Duties:

• 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.

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/12/2024.