Assistant Professor of the Practice in Human Factors

Job Description

The Opportunity

The College of Arts & Sciences (COAS) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University–Worldwide Campus (ERAU-W) seeks an Assistant Professor of the Practice (Ph.D. required) 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 mandatory college meetings and events.

Candidates will hold a Ph.D. in Human Factors, Cognitive Psychology, Ergonomics, Biomechanics, Human Computer Interaction, Applied Psychology, Industrial Psychology, or related disciplines, and possess a demonstrated competency in human factors-related studies and practices. Candidates with demonstrated academic, industry, and/or government experience related to fields in human factors with demonstrated activities in human cognitive, psychological, and/or physical performance; human-system interface design; human machine teaming; and related skills will be given preference.

This is a fully remote online position within the U.S. with no relocation required; some faculty travel is required to attend mandatory college meetings.

Position Summary

This is a non-tenure track faculty position within the Department of Human Factors, Safety, and Social Sciences in the College of Arts & Sciences – Worldwide Campus. The position is primarily teaching-focused, with responsibilities supporting undergraduate and graduate programs in Human Factors and related disciplines.

Faculty in this role contribute to high-quality online instruction, curriculum development, and program support aligned with Embry-Riddle’s mission to prepare students for applied, operational, and industry-relevant careers. This position emphasizes applied expertise and the integration of real-world human factors practice into the learning environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Human Factors and related areas in online modalities (asynchronous and/or synchronous/EagleVision)
• Maintain a standard teaching load consistent with Worldwide faculty expectations (typically ~24 credit hours annually / ~8 courses per year)
• Contribute to course development, updates, and continuous improvement, including integration of emerging topics (e.g., human-machine teaming, AI, HCI)
• Support program-level initiatives such as assessment, accreditation (e.g., HFES, ABET where applicable), and curriculum alignment
• Engage in student support, mentoring, and retention efforts in an online learning environment
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities
• Maintain engagement with professional practice, industry trends, and/or applied research relevant to human factors

About the Department of Human Factors

The Department of Human Factors, Safety & Social Sciences (HSS) in the College of Arts & Sciences at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide designs and delivers a range of undergraduate and graduate curricula focused on optimizing human performance, safety, and decision-making in complex sociotechnical systems. The department contributes directly to Embry-Riddle’s mission of advancing education and research in aviation, aerospace, and other high-reliability domains. The department offers programs such as the Bachelor of Science in Human Factors Psychology, Bachelor of Science in Safety Management, Master of Science in Human Factors, and Master of Science in Occupational Safety Management, as well as related certificates. These programs emphasize the study of human capabilities and limitations, human-machine interaction, system safety, ergonomics, risk management, and organizational decision-making. Many of the department’s courses also support Embry-Riddle’s most in-demand disciplines including by preparing students to design safer systems, improve operational performance, and manage complex organizational and technological environments. Faculty bring expertise from academic, industry, and government sectors, contributing to a multidisciplinary educational environment that prepares students for leadership roles in aviation, aerospace, industry, healthcare, and other high-consequence fields.

About the College of Arts & Sciences

The Embry‑Riddle Worldwide College of Arts & Sciences develops and supports career-ready graduates and advances all students to be lifelong learners and leaders in their professional disciplines in digitally enabled, globally distributed learning environments.

Through the general education program, the college emphasizes academic rigor in critical thinking, global perspectives, creative problem solving, communication skills, scientific and cultural literacy, responsible engagement with emerging technologies and ethical interaction with the contemporary world. In its academic degree programs, the college focuses on applied studies that implement state-of-the-art curriculum to educate students for long-term success in their profession.

Our vision is to be a destination college for multidisciplinary studies and impactful collaborative research as well as 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.

Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace

As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university.

For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery.

As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!   

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Human Factors, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Psychology, Ergonomics, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Applied Psychology, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated ability to teach or support instruction in human factors-related topics
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage diverse, distributed student populations in an online environment
• Evidence of applied or practical experience in human factors, human performance, or human-systems integration

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in online or hybrid modalities (e.g., asynchronous, EagleVision, or equivalent platforms)
• Professional experience in government, military, aerospace, industry, or applied human factors settings
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Human-machine teaming / human-autonomy interaction
  • Human-AI interaction and decision support systems
  • Cognitive engineering and decision making
  • User experience (UX) / human-computer interaction (HCI)
  • Safety, human performance, or system design in operational environments
• Experience with curriculum development, course design, or program-level contributions
• Engagement with professional organizations (e.g., HFES) or applied research initiatives

Work Environment & Expectations

• Fully remote (U.S.-based), online teaching environment
• Faculty are expected to travel periodically (typically 1–2 times per year)
• Evening or weekend availability may be required to support student engagement across time zones

Application process/requirements

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to completed applications received by 3/26/2026. For questions, interested candidates should contact the search committee chair, Nathan Tenhundfeld ([email protected] ).

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311051. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter
• Full CV
• Unofficial transcripts
• Student ratings of teaching effectiveness 
• Contact information for at least three 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.

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