Professional Aviation Faculty Adjunct Pool

Application Deadline:

Not applicable

Position Details:

This part-time faculty position is on a semester-by-semester basis and is not eligible for benefits.
The College of Education at Texas Christian University invites applications for an adjunct faculty pool to support instructional needs in the B.S. in Professional Aviation program.

Applications will be reviewed as needed, and appointments are contingent upon departmental teaching needs, enrollment, and budget.

Adjunct faculty are expected to provide high-quality instruction in in-person classroom settings. Teaching assignments may vary and are determined by the department.
Instructional areas may include:
- Aviation safety, human factors, and crew resource management
- Aviation law, regulation, and security
- Aircraft systems, weather, and flight operations
- Air carrier operations and the aviation industry
- Aviation leadership, management, and administration
- Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and related topics

Job Duties:
- Teach assigned undergraduate courses in an in-person format
- Prepare and deliver course materials consistent with departmental curriculum
- Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback
- Maintain appropriate records and submit grades in accordance with university policies
- Support a learning environment that is conducive to student success
- Adhere to all university, college, and departmental policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Demonstrated expertise in aviation or a closely related field
- Appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications, if required for assigned courses

Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or higher in aviation or related discipline
- Prior teaching or training experience
- Relevant industry experience in aviation

Department Details:

The College of Education at Texas Christian University, located in Fort Worth, offers a B.S. in Professional Aviation with concentrations in Professional Pilot and Aviation Administration. The program emphasizes academic rigor, industry engagement, and alignment with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) standards where applicable.

School/College Description:

TCU’s College of Education provides exceptional preparation for the most inspired and inspiring educators, counselors, leaders, and youth advocates. The college offers both B.S. and B.S.E. degrees at the undergraduate level, as well as five master's programs and five doctoral programs, many of which are nationally recognized. Programs include eighteen content area pathways to teacher certification in K -12 education, along with programs and/or concentrations in youth advocacy, early intervention, bilingual education, English as a Second Language (ESL), curriculum and instruction, curriculum studies, counseling and counselor education, educational leadership, higher education leadership, science education, mathematics education, language and literacy education, and special education. TCU is the only university in the nation with two on-campus laboratory schools, Starpoint and KinderFrogs, for children with learning differences. Students have the opportunity to engage in real-world experiences with our centers, institutes, programs, and community partners.

University & Fort Worth Description:

About TCU

Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University is a world-class, private, Carnegie-classified national research university located in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by its mission and core values of integrity, engagement, community, and excellence, TCU consistently ranks among the top universities and colleges in the United States.

TCU’s campus — regularly ranked among the nation’s most beautiful — spans 302 acres in a primarily residential area just minutes from downtown.

The university comprises nine schools and colleges offering 117 areas of undergraduate study, 62 master’s level programs, and 37 areas of doctoral study. TCU is a leader across several disciplines, including health care, business, energy, and the arts. Total enrollment stands at 12,980, including 11,152 undergraduates and 1,828 graduate students. Students are supported by over 2,200 faculty and staff, including more than 700 full-time faculty members.

About Fort Worth

Fort Worth blends the approachable charm of a smaller city with the amenities, cultural energy, and distinctive personality of a major metro. As the nation’s 11th-largest city, with a rapidly growing population of more than 1 million, Fort Worth and TCU share a relationship that spans more than a century — one that continues to deepen as many Horned Frogs choose to stay after graduation, drawn by the region’s thriving job market. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area — the nation’s fourth-largest and a top tourism destination — Fort Worth earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report in 2025 as the No. 4 best big city to live in the United States.

Fort Worth offers an impressive array of cultural, educational, and entertainment opportunities, anchored by three world-class art museums — the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Bass Performance Hall stands as one of the premier performance venues in the country. Throughout the year, residents and visitors alike enjoy concerts, film festivals, and other cultural events at Sundance Square, Dickies Arena, Panther Island, and Near Southside venues.

Required Application Materials & Application Instructions:

TCU only accepts online applications and documents.

To apply for a part-time adjunct position, attach a letter of application and a curriculum vita to the online application. Additional documents may be required by the department at a later time.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.