Assistant/Associate Professor of Safety Science (NTT), Prescott, Arizona Campus

The Opportunity

The Department of Safety Science at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott seeks a full-time a non-tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor of Safety Science in the College of Aviation. This position primarily focuses on teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in aviation safety. This position's expected start date is January 5, 2026.

This is a teaching-focused position with a general expectation of teaching 4 sections per semester in the fall and spring semesters; additional summer teaching opportunities may be available. This position has minimal research expectations, although opportunities for research may be available. Non-tenure track faculty members at Embry-Riddle are eligible for future promotion based on job performance and length of service.

About the Department of Safety Science

The Safety Science Department at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott, serves students at the BS and MS levels and is housed in the College of Aviation. The department features undergraduate and graduate education in aviation and occupational safety, supporting aviation safety minors and an MS in Safety Science. The department facilities include the Robertson Aircraft Accident Investigation Lab, Aviation Safety and Security Archives, Ergonomics Lab, and Industrial Hygiene Lab. 

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 100 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.

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Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!   

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
• 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 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.

Required Education and Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have a strong desire to focus on innovative and high-quality instruction in a collegial and collaborative environment and will hold a PhD in Aviation, Safety, or a closely related field; candidates with an MS in related disciplines with significant industry experience may be considered. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality instruction, demonstrate teaching excellence, and engage in activities to enrich the academic experience and advance the field of aviation safety. Additionally, the position requires active participation in the Safety Science Department and University through service and collaborative initiatives. The successful candidate is expected to be capable of teaching a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in safety sciences. Particular areas of interest include: safety management, safety ethics, accident investigation, and quantitative methods.

Application process/requirements

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R310511. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Current CV
• Detailed cover letter discussing experience, academic qualifications, and background that demonstrate strong alignment with the position
• 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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