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Title: Part-time instructor - Aviation

Position Type: Part-Time Faculty

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 25R000 - Justice, Safety & Military Science

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Retirement:   None 

Contact Person: Dennis Sinnett

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Teaches part-time for the aviation program at Eastern Kentucky University. Primary responsibility is to teach Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Flight Operations which covers the techniques and best practices required to safely and successfully utilize and operate drones for commercial purposes.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in Aviation or related field or at least five years of work experience in aviation.

Licensure & Certifications: FAA UAS license is preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred - the successful candidate will have experience in the commercial application of UAS/drone systems

Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship will be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending upon the needs of the unit, available sponsorship budget, and the qualifications of the candidate.

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions:

Cover letter
Vitae/Resume
Copies of unofficial transcripts

AA/EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.