Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Associate or Full Professor and Chair, Department of Humanities & Communication, Prescott Campus

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Writing Studies, Rhetoric and Composition, Technical and Professional Writing, Communication, or related fields
  • Strong record of teaching at a STEM university
  • Prior administrative experience
  • Experience incorporating undergraduate students in research
  • Ability to collaborate effectively as a team player

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Department of Humanities & Communication as the Chair
  • Oversee faculty and curriculum development
  • Enhance the general education program for all majors on campus
  • Foster research opportunities that include undergraduate students
  • Promote collaboration within the department and across disciplines

Benefits

  • Full-time, 12-month tenure-track position
  • Opportunities for student mentorship
  • Engagement in innovative teaching and research
  • Supportive team environment with 10 full-time faculty members
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott, Arizona campus seeks candidates for the position of Associate or Full Professor and Chair of the Department of Humanities & Communication. This is a full-time, 12-month position, with a preferred start date of July 2026.

The Department of Humanities and Communication is currently home to 10 full time faculty members, and is tasked to deliver a large number general education courses in service of all majors on campus.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. in Writing Studies, Rhetoric and Composition, Technical and Professional Writing, Communication, or related fields


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong record of teaching at a STEM university
  • Prior administrative experience
  • Incorporates undergraduate students in their research
  • Collaborative team player


Application process/requirements

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311564. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Administration Philosophy
  • Current and Future Research
  • Contact information for three to five professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)


Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is a private university focused on aviation and aerospace programs. It was founded in 1925 and has two residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in aviation, engineering, business, security and intelligence, and more. Embry-Riddle is known for its strong ties to the aviation industry and has partnerships with major airlines and aerospace companies. The university also operates flight training centers and research facilities.
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