Tenure-Track Mechanical Engineering Professor – Hands-On Lab

Bethel University; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Generous time off package

Job summary

Bethel University in Saint Paul, Minnesota, seeks a tenure-track Mechanical Engineering faculty member for a full-time role starting August 2027. The position resides in the Department of Physics and Engineering, with duties across teaching, research, and student mentorship.

The role emphasizes hands-on, lab-based instruction, undergraduate research, and industry partnerships, in a Christian liberal‑arts setting.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or significant undergraduate coursework in Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in a combined engineering and physics department.
• Lead design, procurement, and installation of advanced instrumentation for lab spaces.
• Develop a research program involving undergraduates.
• Foster industry collaborations and student design projects.
• Assist with ABET reaccreditation activities.
• Contribute to inclusive excellence in the department and discipline.

Skills

Commitment to Christian liberal arts

Research leadership

Lab-based teaching

Mentoring undergrad researchers

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Bethel University in Saint Paul, Minnesota, seeks a tenure-track Mechanical Engineering faculty member for a full-time role starting August 2027. The position resides in the Department of Physics and Engineering, with duties across teaching, research, and student mentorship.

The role emphasizes hands-on, lab-based instruction, undergraduate research, and industry partnerships, in a Christian liberal‑arts setting.