Aviation Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure-Track)

University of OklahomaAviation Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure-Track)The School of Aviation (https://www.ou.edu/ags/aviation) at the University of Oklahoma is inviting applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position. This faculty position is designed for an academic scholar committed to advancing research to support the program's expansion, as demonstrated by the institution's investments in a new fleet of aircraft and buildings. The teaching load for this position will be a 2 plus 2. The OU School of Aviation is housed within the College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences, where enrollment has grown by more than 70% over the past decade, reaching approximately 1,250 students, of whom 62% are from out of state, and 18% identify as first-generation college students. The OU School of Aviation is the main driver for this growth in enrollment due to the academic excellence, hands-on learning environment, strong career outcomes, and mission-driven culture of our five degree tracks: Professional Pilot (Airplane), Professional Pilot (Helicopter), Air Traffic Management, Aviation Management (Flying), and Aviation Management (Non-Flying). The ideal candidate must show academic and/or employment experience in one or more areas: - Unmanned Aerial Systems- Human Factors- Aviation/Aerospace Security- Aviation/Aerospace Safety- Aviation Psychology- Business Program Management (e.g., FAA, ICAO, DoD, NASA)- Applied Educational Studies (Aviation)- Airplane Pilot/Instructor- Air Traffic Control- Airport ManagementPrior experience as a pilot instructor, corporate pilot, or commercial aircrew is valued. Successful applicants will possess a terminal degree in a related field. Applicants who will soon complete a terminal degree will also be considered.Interested applicants should visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/187022. Application requirements include: 1) a cover letter describing their interest in and highlighting their qualifications for the position, 2) a full curriculum vitae, 3) a 1-2 page research plan listing accomplishments and future plans, 4) a 1-2 page teaching plan listing teaching experience and future interests, 5) a statement about their prior and planned contributions to professional service (e.g. through mentoring roles or involvement in committees), and 6) contact information (email and phone numbers) for three people who will be asked to provide confidential letters of recommendation.Search Committee POC:Ken Carson at kencarson@ou.edu.Posted to UAA on 10/14/26