Job Title:

 Faculty Tenure Track-9 Mo

Physical Location:

Kent Campus - Kent, OH 

Salary:

 

Basic Function:

The School of Aeronautics in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering (CAE) at Kent State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Aeronautics/Aviation Science, with an expected start date of August 2026.

We seek a dynamic, research-active faculty member committed to advancing aeronautics and aviation education, research, and innovation in a multidisciplinary and nationally distinctive college. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, curriculum development, and institutional service, while supporting the strategic growth of the School of Aeronautics across its academic and research programs.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

 

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: 

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct high-quality, externally funded research in areas aligned with aviation science, aeronautics, aerospace systems, or other impactful areas relevant to aviation and aerospace.
• Engage in collaborative research across the college, including with the Center for Advanced Air Mobility, and other research centers (the Digital Engineering Design Center, Cybersecurity, etc.).
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in aeronautics and aviation science disciplines aligned with expertise.
• Mentor students and contribute to curriculum development across the School’s programs.
• Support the expansion of graduate programs and interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Contribute to the academic mission, including service on committees, advising, outreach to prospective students, and engagement with the broader community.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

• A completed Ph.D. in aeronautics, aviation science, aerospace engineering, or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment.
• Evidence of, or clear potential for, excellence in research, including scholarly publications and pursuit of external funding.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness or potential at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, CTI program standards, and current issues in aviation education.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of collaborative learning in both teaching and scholarship

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

• Industry or academic experience in one or more of the following: flight operations, aviation management, UAS integration, aviation safety and policy, air traffic management, airspace systems, or similar critical aviation areas.
• Experience with or interest in interdisciplinary research and collaboration, including partnerships with government, private sector, and applied research centers.
• Knowledge of FAA Part 141/61 flight training or other professional aviation certification standards

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments 

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Light work-Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building frequently and off campus occasionally.

Working Schedule:

 

Additional Information:

To apply, please submit:

• A cover letter expressing your interest in the position.
• A combined statement addressing research, teaching, and service philosophies and future plans.
• A curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information for four professional references.

To be guaranteed consideration, candidates must apply by November 3, 2025. Review will continue until position is filled.

 

Must pass a security check.

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Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.