Position Announcement

Assistant Professor and Director of Flight Education in the Department of Professional Aviation

Full-time, tenure-track, 12-month position. Starting Immediately.

Responsibilities: Serve as the Chief Instructor for Private, Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, CFI/CFII/MEI certificates and ratings in the collegiate FAR 61/141/142 programs. Teach a minimum of five undergraduates courses annually; conduct research in the flight training/human factor areas; and serve on department, college, and institution committees as needed.

Qualifications: Required: Master’s degree; current CFI/CFII and can meet the minimum qualifications for FAR 141.35 for the Chief Instructor; at least 3-5 years of significant and relevant flight instructor experience (military acceptable). Preferred: Doctorate degree; participated in scholarly research and publications; prior experience as FAR 61/141 and/or 142 Chief or Assistant Chief Instructor.

Send letter of application, vita, all college transcripts, copies of all FAA certificates and ratings, three current letters of professional recommendations, and contact information to:

Louisiana Tech University
ATTN: Professor Roger Taylor, Search Committee Chair
P.O. Box 3181
Ruston, LA 71272

Review of applicants begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Louisiana Tech University is committed to multicultural diversity and is a member of the University of Louisiana System AA/EOE/WMA. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Louisiana Tech University is committed to the principle of providing the opportunity for learning and development of all qualified citizens without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age disability, marital status, or veteran status for admission to, participation in, or employment in the programs and activities which the University sponsors or operates. Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Individuals with disabilities needing special accommodations concerning accessibility or application materials/procedures should contact the Human Resources Office for assistance. Telephone (318) 257-2235.