Assistant Professor of Meteorology

Job Description

The Opportunity: 

The College of Aviation at the Prescott, Arizona, campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track faculty position in meteorology commencing January 2025 in support of our B. S. degrees in Applied Meteorology, Aeronautical Science, Aeronautics, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, and Air Traffic Management.

Candidates with prior teaching experience and a broad background in meteorology are invited to apply. Applicants must be able to evidence a strong commitment to quality teaching. We especially encourage applications from candidates with experience in aviation or operational weather forecasting. 

The successful candidate will join a team of three Ph.D. meteorologists and will be expected to teach the equivalent of four 3-credit hour courses per semester at the undergraduate level. The candidate is encouraged to pursue research/scholarship and will mentor undergraduate research projects. Current research interests within the department include mesoscale meteorology, the North American Monsoon, cloud physics, synoptic-dynamical meteorology and optical/microwave satellite remote sensing.

The curriculum for the Applied Meteorology degree program is published at https://catalog.erau.edu/prescott/aviation/bachelors/applied-meteorology/. One of the principal teaching responsibilities will be to instruct meteorology classes in support of our large and growing aviation programs, for which the candidate must be able to inspire students whose first love is not meteorology.

The successful candidate must also share the department's commitment to mentoring students on their course options and career pursuits, as well as service on university committees and in the larger community.

This is a nine-month position with the possibility of summer teaching for additional pay and/or externally funded research. 

The College of Aviation is the largest of four colleges at the Prescott Campus. The goal of the College of Aviation is to provide the aviation professionals of tomorrow with the knowledge, skills, abilities, and judgment necessary to succeed in a global aviation community. The College is committed to preparing students to be leaders in the aviation and aerospace industry. The work of graduates is recognized both nationally and internationally and reflects the mission of the College to cultivate values-based professionals in a dynamic and global environment.

The Applied Aviation Sciences Department is one of four departments within the College of Aviation, and houses three separate programs. The Bachelor of Science in Applied Meteorology (AM) prepares students for careers in meteorology, including weather forecasting, research, the military and aviation including dispatch. The program meets all the requirements for undergraduate study in meteorology recommended by the American Meteorological Society, the National Weather Service and the U.S. Air Force. The Bachelor of Science in Air Traffic Management (ATM) program is a hands-on degree program serving at the forefront of the industry, as students work with faculty and fellow students who have pioneered advancements in ATM technology. The Bachelor of Science in Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS)focuses on civilian operations with special emphasis placed on the business and security applications of UAS. This major gives students a broad overview of UAS operations, as well as the basic technical knowledge they need to be successful.

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: 

At Embry-Riddle, we take pride in our position as the world's largest and most comprehensive university dedicated to aviation and aerospace. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, our esteemed residential campuses offer a prestigious educational experience. However, our commitment to education knows no borders as our Worldwide campus expands our reach globally, providing a world-class education online and at approximately 110 locations across the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. This breadth of reach ensures that students can access our exceptional programs without geographical limitations. 

With a history spanning nearly a century, we have continually adapted to the dynamic needs of the industries we support. In the Academic Year 2022-23, we welcomed over 11,100 students to our residential campuses and over 19,000 students at our worldwide campus.

Join our global community and embark on a journey of academic excellence and limitless possibilities. Employees working more than 30 hours a week can enjoy medical, dental and vision benefits, an amazing retirement plan with immediate vesting that includes a 6% gift and up to 4% match, free tuition for employees and their immediate family members, and a generous personal leave program. To find out more about our benefits and why ERAU has been named a “Great College to Work For” for 13 consecutive years, visit our careers page.

Embry-Riddle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. Embry-Riddle is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We continually strive to recognize, respect, and celebrate differences and cultural identities among individuals as we recruit, support, and embrace our diverse community. We work to provide a safe and inclusive environment and to create a climate free of discrimination where cultural competency is fostered through leadership, integrity, care, and respect.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. degree in meteorology, atmospheric sciences or geospatial sciences is preferred.

Applicants should provide statements on their teaching background and research interests and experience, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references. The position will remain open until filled.