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Job Description

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. The S&T/MSU engineering program provides a BS degree in mechanical engineering with courses delivered on the MSU campus. The successful candidate will be stationed in Springfield on the MSU campus.

The Springfield metro area has a population of 487,000, with excellent school systems and many opportunities for entertainment. Details about the cooperative program can be found at

Candidates must demonstrate their ability to successfully 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. The successful applicant will also be expected to sustain and contribute to development and growth of the cooperative mechanical engineering program through innovations in teaching and relevant service. NTT teaching faculty at Missouri S&T start at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, and are eligible for promotion to Associate Teaching Professor and Teaching Professor. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will achieve a sustained level of recognition by students and peers as a stimulating, inspiring and effective teacher, as well as develop excellence in the production of effective learning materials, improved teaching techniques, and state-of-the-art delivery systems. Service activities may include laboratory supervisor responsibilities, design team advising, academic advising, curriculum development, and program assessment.

Responsibilities

• Teach and organize laboratory and lecture-based instruction in mechanical engineering with a focus on control systems; maintain broad teaching strength in other fundamental areas of mechanical engineering.
• Manage a typical workload of three to four courses per semester.
• Sustain and contribute to the development and growth of the cooperative mechanical engineering program through teaching innovations and relevant service.
• Engage in service activities such as laboratory supervision, design team advising, academic advising, curriculum development, and program assessment.
• Pursue recognition for effective teaching and contribute to the development of learning materials and delivery methods.

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 for this position.
• Successful prior teaching experience is important; industrial experience is desirable.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, leadership capabilities, and the ability to motivate and inspire students are required.
• Professional Engineering licensure is considered a positive but not required.

Application Materials

• A cover letter
• A current curriculum vitae
• A teaching statement
• Contact information for at least four references
• Applications should be submitted electronically to Missouri S&T's Human Resources Office with reference number 00080491. Acceptable formats are PDF and MS Word. For more information prior to submitting an application, contact Dr. David J. Bayless, Chair of the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department, ...@mst.edu.

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

University Information: Missouri S&T is a leading research university with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines, founded in 1870. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in Rolla, Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering and other sciences, with graduate programs available. The university hosts over 7,000 students and 300 faculty.

KUMMER COLLEGE: Established in 2022, it supports technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and related activities within Missouri S&T.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC): The largest college, with approximately 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students, supporting multiple programs and recent additions in biomedical and bioengineering.

ROLLA: Rolla offers a high quality of life with affordable living, safe neighborhoods, and access to outdoor activities and Ozark landscapes.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The total compensation package includes medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For more information on benefits, visit

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA accommodations: please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 573-###-####.