ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE TEACHING PROFESSOR - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering#00096302

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Lecoma (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a non-tenure-track Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology. The role primarily focuses on undergraduate teaching and curriculum development across critical engineering topics.

Ideal candidates should have a Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and a strong teaching background. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field.
• Successful prior teaching experience is necessary.
• Industrial experience is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lecture and teach undergraduate courses in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
• Engage in curriculum development and delivery.
• Contribute to core teaching activities in the department.

Skills

Teaching experience

Instrumentation and controls

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering knowledge

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Hiring Department

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Job Description

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Missouri 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/associate professor rank. NTT teaching faculty members contribute to the core activity of teaching and are fully engaged in the department’s curriculum development and delivery. The successful candidate will provide high‑quality teaching at the undergraduate level across a range of fundamental mechanical and aerospace engineering courses. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching strength and interest in instrumentation and controls, however the successful candidate will need to teach other fundamental courses to the mechanical or aerospace undergraduate curricula.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field. Successful prior teaching experience is an important consideration. Industrial experience is very desirable but not required.

Application Materials

• Cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement
• Complete contact information for at least four references to Missouri S&T’s Human Resources Office at https://hr.mst.edu/careers/ using Reference Number 00096302

Acceptable electronic formats are PDF and MS Word.

Application Deadline

The review of applications will begin as they are received and will continue until the positions are filled. For more information prior to submitting an application, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Warner Meeks, at [e-mail].

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. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Job Details

Job Title: Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor – Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (ID #00096302)

Job ID: 57278

Location: Rolla

Department: Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Job Family: Teaching & Research Faculty

Business Unit: Missouri S& T

Posted Date: 09/10/2025

Close Date: Open Until Filled