Mechanical Engineering Teaching Professor for Undergrad

University of Missouri-Saint Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision plans

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Caregiver leave

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

University of Missouri-St. Louis School of Engineering seeks a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor in Mechanical Engineering.

The role focuses on undergraduate teaching, mentoring, and lab development, with a typical eight-course annual load and potential summer teaching for extra compensation. Responsibilities include delivering courses, developing curricula, coordinating laboratories, advising students, and contributing to program growth.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience with teaching mechanical engineering courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support undergraduate learning by delivering high-quality mechanical engineering courses and laboratory sessions.
• Develop and enhance curriculum to promote student engagement, applied learning, and continuous improvement.
• Support instructional laboratory development by assisting with the establishment, configuration, and operation of new engineering teaching laboratories.
• Provide program service through activities such as coordinating laboratories, supporting student competitions, advising student organizations, and contributing to program growth.
• Advise undergraduate students to support degree completion and academic success.
• Support recruitment and retention efforts through outreach and student-success initiatives.
• Model professional and ethical standards in teaching, mentoring, service, and engagement with the broader academic community.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

ABET assessment

Student advising

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

University of Missouri-St. Louis School of Engineering seeks a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor in Mechanical Engineering.

The role focuses on undergraduate teaching, mentoring, and lab development, with a typical eight-course annual load and potential summer teaching for extra compensation. Responsibilities include delivering courses, developing curricula, coordinating laboratories, advising students, and contributing to program growth.