Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) | Instructor

Aerospace, Coordinator-Track Faculty Job Number: FAC616Work Type: Coordinator-TrackLocation: Murfreesboro, TennesseeCategories: Vocation & Technical Job Title Aerospace, Coordinator-Track FacultyDepartment Aerospace University Expectation MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students. Salary The salary is commensurate with education and experience. Job Summary/Basic Function The Department of Aerospace at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a coordinator-track faculty position (#101050) at the rank of instructor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a minimum of 12 credit hours of introductory aerospace courses and other courses related to their experience or certification. Additionally, the candidate will be provided with 3 credit hours of course release and expected to lead the department’s initiatives in student wellness and mental health awareness, undertake a limited amount of collaborative scholarship, and be actively involved in university and industry professional service as part of this initiative. The successful candidate will be required to teach classes in traditional on-campus classrooms, online, and off-campus locations. Required Education A master's degree in aerospace, aviation, management, or a closely related field, is required by the appointment date. Required Related Experience Two (2) years of full-time aerospace industry or military aviation work experience, AND one (1) year of full-time certified flight instructor (CFI) experience or one (1) year of full-time collegiate teaching experience by the appointment date. Required License/Registration/Certification An FAA Private Pilot Certificate is required. Other Desirables Applicants with experience coordinating or managing aerospace mental health wellness programs, or with FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), or other FAA certificates in flight, maintenance, ATC, or Dispatch will receive special consideration. Documents Needed to Apply To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Special Instruction to Applicants  For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at https://mtsu.edu/facultyrecruitment/.If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (see our website). If you have position-specific questions, please contact Joe Hawkins at (see our website). MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:   Sick LeaveVacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty13 paid University holidaysMedical, dental, vision, and life insuranceRetirement plansOptional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation PlansEducational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents Click here for additional information.  MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered. For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU,please call 615-898-2929 or email (see our website). Application Review Date: 07/30/2025 Advertisement Opened: 07/16/2025 03:00 PM CSTAdvertisement Closes: Open Until Filled