Adjunct-Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Mining Engineering and Management

SDBOR; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

South Dakota School of Mines & Technology in Rapid City seeks an Adjunct-Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Mining Engineering and Management to teach a spring 2027 course in Advanced Topics in Mining Methods and Safety. This part-time, temporary, non-benefited position may continue semester by semester based on performance, department need, funding, and enrollment.

An earned master’s degree or PhD in mining engineering or closely related field is required; industry and teaching

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in mining engineering or closely related field required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience in industry practice, consulting, training, or related expertise preferred.
• Experience teaching online or in person using a learning management system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Advanced Topics in Mining Methods and Safety for Spring 2027.
• Deliver courses online or in-person using LMS.
• Contribute to curriculum development and student mentorship.

Skills

Teaching experience

Industry experience

Subject matter expertise

Online teaching

Education

Master's degree in mining engineering

Doctorate in mining engineering or related field

Job description

Adjunct-Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Mining Engineering and Management

Working Title Adjunct-Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Mining Engineering and Management

Rapid City

The Mining Engineering and Management department at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology seeks exceptional candidates to teach a topics course in Advanced Topics in Mining Methods and Safety for the spring 2027 semester. The position may continue semester-by-semester, depending upon performance, department need, funding, and student enrollment. This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited position.

An earned master’s degree or an earned doctorate in mining engineering, or a closely related field is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience in industry practice, consulting, training, teaching, or other demonstrated expertise in the subject matter is preferred.

Previous experience teaching online, in person, or facilitating training using a learning management system is preferred. Expectations will include teaching both undergraduate and graduate-level courses.

Proposed Rank Instructor

Duration: Spring 2027

Appointment Type Temporary

External (includes Internal)

Campus Information:

Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment. The South Dakota Mines Strategic Plan can be found here .

Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state’s second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.

South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.

Questions about this position may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Rudrajit Mitra ([e-mail]).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter


• Resume


• Reference List

Optional Documents

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affiantive Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and Affiantive Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455