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Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla, MO is seeking an outstanding applicant for a non-tenure-track teaching faculty position at the assistant/associate professor rank. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate mechanical and aerospace courses, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in service activities.
Strong teaching ability is essential, with preference for thermo-fluids & heat transfer or instrumentation & controls, and a focus on delivering
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at theMissouri University of Science and Technology (S&T) in Rolla,Missouri is seeking outstanding applicants for a non-tenure-track(NTT) teaching faculty position at the assistant/associateprofessor rank. NTT teaching faculty members contribute to the coreactivity of teaching and are fully engaged in the department’scurriculum development and growth through service activities. Thesuccessful candidate will provide high-quality teaching at theundergraduate level across a range of fundamental mechanical andaerospace engineering courses. Preference will be given tocandidates with teaching strength and interest in eitherthermo-fluids & heat transfer or instrumentation &controls. However, the successful candidate will need to teachother fundamental courses in the mechanical or aerospaceundergraduate curricula.
Candidates will be required to demonstrate their ability tosuccessfully develop, organize, and deliver lecture-baseduniversity-level instruction in mechanical engineering with a focuson one or more of; thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer,controls, or instrumentation. Broad teaching strength in otherfundamental areas of mechanical engineering is desirable. Thenominal teaching workload is three to four courses per semester(i.e., six to eight courses per academic year is expected). Typicalcourse size is 40-80 students.
NTT teaching faculty at Missouri S&T start at the rank ofAssistant Teaching Professor, and are eligible for promotion toAssociate Teaching Professor and Teaching Professor. This is anopen-rank position announcement, and faculty will be hired at thelevel commensurate with their qualifications and experience. It isanticipated that the successful candidate will achieve a sustainedlevel of recognition by students and peers as a stimulating,inspiring and effective teacher, with a demonstrated excellence inthe production of effective learning materials and teachingtechniques. Additionally, service activities could include designteam advising, academic advising, curriculum development, programassessment, or committee engagement.
A Ph.D. in mechanical engineering (or a closely related field) andan ABET/EAC accredited undergraduate degree in engineering, orequivalent, is required for this position. Successful priorteaching experience will be an important consideration. Superiorcommunication and interpersonal skills and the ability to motivateand inspire students are also required attributes. ProfessionalEngineering licensure is considered a positive for the applicant,although not required.
Acceptable electronic formats are PDFand MS Word. For more information specific to the position pleasecontact Dr. Warner Meeks, Chair of the Search Committee, at meeksw@mst.edu.
Applications will be reviewed as time allows. The position is openuntil filled with an anticipated start date of either January 2027or August 2027.
Employment visa sponsorship may be available for candidatescurrently in the United States in H-1B status or otherwork-authorized status.
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading researchuniversities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. Itwas founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutionswest of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St.Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is anaccessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks'scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees inengineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business,with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science andengineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty,Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population,yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility andimpactful careers.
Missouri S&T’s College of Engineering and Computing is thelargest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800graduate students). The college includes more than 170 rankedfaculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all withmaster’s and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academicdepartments. The college recently added a bachelor’s degree inbiomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both startingin fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College ofEngineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its careeroutcomes and ROI.
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that helpindividuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal placefor families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safeneighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable forall ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapesoffers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of everylifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events,concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout theyear. The university’s Leach Theatre showcases nationally renownedperformers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rollaoffers a high quality of life with a supportive community,affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerousopportunities for personal and professional growth.
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of yourtotal compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefitspackage, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. Foradditional information on University benefits, please visit theFaculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity& Title IX at 573-341-7734.
ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE NTT TEACHING PROFESSOR - Mechanicaland Aerospace Engineering #00098277
60899
Rolla
Mechanical & Aerospace Engin
Teaching & Research Faculty
Missouri S & T
09/02/2026
Open Until Filled