Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Human Factors (Remote Role)

The College of Arts & Sciences (COAS) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University–Worldwide Campus (ERAU-W) seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in Human Factors. This is a fully remote online position with no relocation required; faculty travel at least once per year is required to attend commencement and mandatory college meetings and events.

Candidates will hold a Ph.D. in Human Factors, Applied Experimental Psychology, Physiology, Cognition, or a related psychology discipline specific to human factors domains and a demonstrated competency in human factors-related studies and practices. Candidates should have demonstrated experience and training in Human Factors, Human Factors Psychology, Physiology, Ergonomics, and/or Human Factors Engineering.

The successful candidate will join the college’s Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences and its Human Factors program, where they will also assist in launching the new Bachelor of Science in Human Factors Psychology degree program. The position will also contribute to teaching in the General Education program as well as in select minors. Teaching modalities primarily include asynchronous and synchronous online delivery. A limited number of face-to-face offerings may be available based on faculty location.

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to conduct a solid and vigorous research program that attracts external funding, complementing ongoing research in the department. Preference will be given to candidates whose research and teaching interests align with college areas of expertise in human factors, safety and emergency, disaster and global security studies and who can teach a bandwidth of courses serving departmental needs in human factors studies (e.g. human factors, methods, ergonomics, cognition, and human performance). Service responsibilities include participation on departmental, college, and/or university committees.

The successful candidate will maintain an exemplary level of research and scholarly activity. ERAU offers a variety of internal research support programs, including college- and university-level funding opportunities. Service responsibilities for this candidate are likely to include a leadership role helping to develop a minor in Human Factors upon establishment of the major degree program as well as participation on departmental, college, and/or university committees.

The Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences currently serves as the home for the M.S. in Human Factors and Occupational Safety Management; the B.S. in Safety Management; Minors in Economics, Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Foundations in Research Inquiry, and Occupational Safety and Health; and provides foundational economics, psychology, and safety courses that support general education requirements and prerequisites to other degree programs.

About the College of Arts & Sciences:

The College of Arts & Sciences at ERAU-Worldwide develops and supports career-ready graduates and advances all students to be lifelong learners and leaders in their professional disciplines. The college’s vision is to be a destination for multidisciplinary studies and collaborative research as well as to continue to be a national leader in general education, developing opportunities for our diverse student population to fulfill their educational goals and become responsive, responsible global citizens. 

The college comprises four departments: Behavioral and Social Sciences; Humanities and Communication; Mathematics, Science, and Technology; and Security and Emergency Services. The college delivers courses online as well as on several sites across the United States and around the world. Currently, four graduate and five undergraduate programs are offered, as well as several undergraduate minors.  

The college also delivers the general education program to all Worldwide Campus students, providing over 2,000 sections annually, with a focus on developing students’ capacity in critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, information literacy, communication, scientific literacy, cultural literacy, technological literacy, and collaboration. The Worldwide Campus has an enrollment of more than 23,000 students, delivering courses globally online via Canvas, synchronously via EagleVision to both homes and classrooms, face-to-face at over 130 locations, and in a blended format. 

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University:  

Join our global community and embark on a journey of academic excellence and limitless possibilities. Employees working more than 30 hours a week can enjoy medical, dental and vision benefits, an amazing retirement plan with immediate vesting that includes a 6% gift and up to 4% match and free tuition for employees and their immediate family members. To find out more about our benefits and why ERAU has been named a “Great College to Work For” for 13 consecutive years, visit our careers page .

Embry-Riddle is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. We continually strive to recognize, respect, and celebrate differences and cultural identities among individuals as we recruit, support, and embrace our diverse community. We work to provide a safe and inclusive environment and to create a climate free of discrimination where cultural competency is fostered through leadership, integrity, care, and respect.

Candidates who embrace and embody these values are encouraged to apply. We also especially encourage individuals from populations traditionally underrepresented and underserved to apply.

Qualifications

Required education:

• Ph.D. in Human Factors, Applied Experimental Psychology, Physiology, Cognition, or a related psychology discipline specific to human factors domains.

Application requirements:

Candidates must submit a cover letter, CV, unofficial graduate transcripts, and a list of three references. In their application letter, applicants should note their teaching experience, previous scholarly productivity, plans for further development of their scholarship, and a vision for helping the college to develop a program and research focus in human factors. Additional materials, such as a teaching portfolio and/or research statement, may be requested from qualified applicants as the search progresses. 

The review of candidates will begin April 15 and the position will remain open until filled. For priority consideration, apply before April 15, 2024. Anticipated starting date for the position is August 1 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Questions can be directed via email to Dr. Donna Roberts, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected].