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Aerospace, Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty

  • 498570
  • Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Tennessee, United States
  • Vocation & Technical
  • Lecturer
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Job Title

Aerospace, Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty

Department

Aerospace

University Expectation

MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

Salary

The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Department of Aerospace at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for two full-time, temporary (non-tenurable) faculty positions (#101230 and #101240) at the rank of lecturer. The contracts may be renewed based on available funding, demonstrated need, and satisfactory performance as assessed by annual evaluations. The start date for the appointments is August 1, 2026.

Successful candidates will teach core and concentration-specific aerospace courses, depending on qualifications. Instruction may occur in traditional classrooms, laboratories, online formats, airport facilities, and other off-campus locations. We seek educators who are enthusiastic about teaching and mentoring students in a dynamic, hands-on learning environment.

Required Education

A master’s degree in aerospace, aviation, engineering, management, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.

Required Related Experience

One (1) year of civilian or military aviation or aerospace experience is required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

One of the following is required:

  • FAA certificate in any aviation or aerospace field.
  • Aviation management certification (e.g., AAAE-CM).
  • Other relevant aviation or industry-related certification.

Other Desirables

Applicants with the following will receive special consideration:

  • Three (3) years of progressively advancing aviation or aerospace (civilian work or military) experience, including areas such as
    • Operations management.
    • Flight operations or flight crew experience.
    • Aviation maintenance.
    • Data science or analytics.
  • Prior university-level teaching experience or formal training in the civilian aviation industry or the military.

Documents Needed to Apply

To be considered, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy as separate attachments.

Special Instruction to Applicants 

For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage.

If you need help with the application process, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact Nate Callender at Nate.Callender@mtsu.edu.

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
  • 13 paid University holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Educational benefits for the employee, their spouse, and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: 05/19/2026

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