Open Rank Faculty - Technology Management with Emphasis in Aerospace Project and/or Operations MgtThe 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. Duties include 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. 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. Project Management Certification (PMP) preferred. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. 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. Athens State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Athens State University complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Services. 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. 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.
