OPEN RANK NTT TEACHING PROFESSOR - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering #00080491

About the role

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the Missouri University of Science and Technology invites applications for a non-tenure-track (NTT) teaching professor for our cooperative mechanical engineering program with Missouri State University (MSU) in Springfield, Missouri.

Details about the cooperative program can be found at https://www.missouristate.edu/egr/.

Responsibilities

• Teach, organize, and execute laboratory and lecture-based instruction in mechanical engineering with a focus on control systems.
• Broad teaching strength in other fundamental areas of mechanical engineering is desirable.
• The typical teaching workload is three to four courses per semester.
• Sustain and contribute to development and growth of the cooperative mechanical engineering program through innovations in teaching and relevant service.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in mechanical engineering (or a closely related field) and an ABET/EAC accredited undergraduate degree in engineering, or equivalent, is required.
• Successful prior teaching experience will be an important consideration, and industrial experience is also desirable.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, leadership capabilities, the ability to motivate and inspire students are also required attributes.
• Professional Engineering licensure is considered a positive for the applicant, although not required.

Application Materials

• Cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement
• Contact information for at least four references

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt. The position is open until filled with an anticipated start date of January 2026.

Community Information

Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery.

University Information

• KUMMER COLLEGE: Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a future-oriented STEM-focused university.
• COLLEGE of ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC): Missouri S&T’s College of Engineering and Computing is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students).
• COLLEGE of ARTS, SCIENCES, & EDUCATION (CASE): The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty work side-by-side to create and share knowledge and understanding.

About Rolla

Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.