Open Rank Faculty - Technology Management with emphasis in Aerospace Project and/or Operations Mgt

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Position Information

Department/College College of Business Position Title Open Rank Faculty - Technology Management with emphasis in Aerospace Project and/or Operations Mgt Job Category Faculty Posting Number 00533 FLSA Exempt Full or Part Time Full-Time Other Temporary No If Temporary, number of months

Position Summary Information

Duties

POSITION SUMMARY:

The College of Business invites applications for an Open Rank (Assistant or Associate Professor - Tenure-Track or Professor of Practice) of Technology Management with an emphasis in Aerospace Systems Management, Project Management, Operations Management, or related areas. This position is designed to attract both tenure-track academic candidates and seasoned practitioners.

In addition to adhering to the general faculty guidelines, as specified by the Employee Handbook, the Dean of Colleges, Assistant Dean of the College of Business, and the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs, duties will include:

DUTIES:

• Teaching a variety of upper-division Management courses which may include Aerospace Systems Management, Project Management, Operations Management, or Management of Technology courses in day, night, weekend, distance learning formats and at various offsite locations;
• Developing, and delivering courses in a variety of modes, including online courses that ensure quality and effective assessment;
• Working with a range of students to assist them in reaching goals and learning outcomes;
• Participating in professional development and/or scholarship appropriate for a teaching institution to maintain currency in disciplinary field(s);
• Maintaining office hours and advising students;
• Willingness to contribute to the University's mission in terms of undergraduate teaching, research, creative activities, etc.;
• Providing service to the institution through active on-campus involvement in committees and special projects as assigned;
• Actively engaging with area businesses, government agencies, and contractors to develop experiential learning opportunities for students.
• Serve on university, college, department, and departmental committees
• Assuming any other professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by administrative personnel.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Preference will be given to candidates possessing industry and/or academic experience in the aerospace industry and the management of organizations therein;
• Minimum Required: Master's degree from a fully accredited institution of higher education with 18 graduate semester hours in one or more of the teaching areas mentioned.

Salary Schedule

Salary Band: AS240; AO240

To view salary schedules, visit: https://www.athens.edu/about/offices/human- resources/salary-schedule-tables/

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications

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University Information

Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other institutions. Approximately 3,000 students each semester have selected Athens State because of its neighborly environment where over 50 majors and degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive and exceptional faculty. Approximately 95% of the students are enrolled in at least one online course. The typical student is a working adult who commutes. Recently, the University was named the Most Affordable College in Alabama by The Best Schools, as well as a 2024 Great College to Work For by ModernThink. Athens State offers undergraduate degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business. The University employs more than 392 full and part-time employees with approximately 88 full-time faculty members in three colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education. 83% of the full-time faculty members hold a terminal degree. Athens State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Athens, Alabama is located in North Alabama equidistant between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Society's "Top 20 Events in the Southeast" including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.

EEO Statement

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Athens State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Services, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256- 233-8175.

Background Check Statement

In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that criminal background check.

Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Unofficial transcripts should be from the college or university which verifies qualifications for the position.

Note: Credential evaluations are needed for all transcripts obtained outside the U.S. before uploading and submitting an application. (Credential evaluators should provide course-by-course evaluations and transcribed in English.)

Upon an offer of employment, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted. Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.

Additional Information

Athens State University participates in the E-verify System to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

To apply, please visit https://jobs.athens.edu

Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and the position will remain open until filled.

For assistance, contact the Human Resources Office at 256-216-3333 or email us at employment@athens.edu.

Posting Supplemental Questions

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• Special Publication or Professional Journal
• Athens State University website (Athens.edu)
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents