Assistant Professor of the Practice in Human Factors (Remote - United States)

About the role

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 stu