Lecturer Aviation Sciences

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is accepting resumes for one full-time, non-tenure track faculty position beginning in January of 2026 in Aviation Sciences Department. The position will be located UMES at the UMES main campus in Princess Anne, Maryland.

The UMES Aviation Science degree program prepares students with the technical and professional skills and disciplines necessary for the operation and management of aviation enterprises including piloting, business management and administration.

Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, sick leave 15 days per year, and collegial leave.

Responsibilities:

• Teach up to twelve (12) semester credit hours of aviation sciences coursework

per semester including Core Aviation Science courses and Professional Pilot

Concentration courses including pilot ground school courses offered under

FAA part 141.

• Actively assisting in the achievement and maintenance of AABI accreditation.

academic and programmatic advisement of students.

• Conduct research and publication in refereed journals.
• Serve on department and university committees.
• Assist the Chief and Assistant Chief Instructor in the maintenance of 141

records in compliance with FAA requirements.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Aeronautical Sciences or related field. More than 10 years of

Aviation Professional Experience within the last 15 years may be considered in

lieu of a Master's degree.

• Experience in flight training and/or pilot ground instruction.
• Previous leadership role with proven track record.
• Valid and current FAA Ground or Flight Instructor Certificate.

Preferences:

• PhD in Aviation or related field.
• Aviation industry experience, FAA 141
• College flight program experience
• Additional Ground and Flight Instructor Certifications or Ratings

Physical Demands:

• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk.
• May require lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, colleagues and students.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Windows 10, Excel and Word.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background checks.

Licenses/ Certifications: N/A

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date: N/A

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Department

UMES-BNTC-Business Technology

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$60,000 - $90,000

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.