Visiting Assistant Professor of Aerospace Engineering, Daytona Beach Campus

The Opportunity

The Department of Aerospace Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) in Daytona Beach, Florida invites applications for multiple full-time visiting faculty positions for the 2025 - 26 academic year, starting in August of 2025. We are particularly interested in candidates capable of teaching undergraduate aerodynamics, dynamics and control, or space systems courses.

The Department of Aerospace Engineering, the largest in the nation with an enrollment of over 2300 students, offers Bachelor, Master, and Ph.D. degrees, including 75 students in our PhD program. The undergraduate program is currently ranked #5 and the graduate program is ranked #28 byU.S. News and World Report. To achieve national prominence, the Department has launched an ambitious agenda focused on expanding the graduate programs, facilities, recruiting talented faculty, and building research infrastructure and capabilities. In support of this agenda, the University has invested in a new 50,000 square foot engineering building, the John Mica Engineering and Aerospace Innovation Complex (MicaPlex), housing several research laboratories (https://erau.edu/research-park/micaplex/labs) a state-of-the-art subsonic wind tunnel, and a new Flight Research Center facility, all as part of a Research Park with incubator space and growing number of industry creating an eco-system to support innovation and entrepreneurship. Click this link to see our state-of-the-art lab facilities, hear from our incredible students and discover why Embry-Riddle is a great place to work:https://youtu.be/tHkwPE6y6Ds.

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits:Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health-because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions:ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Earned Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field

Preferred Education and Qualifications:

• PhD degree as well as industry experience are desirable

Application process/requirements

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R310012. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include one single document with the following application materials:

• Cover letter that includes teaching preferences
• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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