ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSSOR OF PRACTICE - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering 00090599
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Rolla, MO
Full-time
Engineering
Posted on April 19, 2024
Hiring Department
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled. However for full consideration, please submit application before March 29, 2024.
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time; Benefit Eligible
Job Description
The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) in Rolla, Missouri seeks outstanding applicants for a full-time, non-tenure-track, assistant or associate Professional Practice Professor in Mechanical Engineering. Applicants are sought who can apply their expertise in manufacturing processes and technologies to focus on areas of undergraduate education, especially in additive manufacturing, reverse engineering, metrology, GD&T, sustainability in manufacturing, and experiential learning.
Performance Objectives
- Teach undergraduate courses related to manufacturing in our Mechanical Engineering program
- Develop and improve courses in manufacturing related areas
- Expand and support experiential learning opportunities in the manufacturing curriculum
- Coordinate academic engagement among the Department's external partners, including technical schools and community colleges
- Work with the Director for the Kummer Center for Advanced Manufacturing and the MAE Department to integrate experiential learning activities at the Protoplex, a new $100M center for manufacturing innovation at Missouri S&T
- Create/coordinate co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities with regional manufacturers
- Provide service to the university, including developing mutually beneficial relationships with industry partners
- Participate in ABET / ETAC accreditation
Applicants must provide evidence of (a) industrial experience in manufacturing, (b) high-quality teaching at the undergraduate levels, and (c) commitment to increasing the intellectual pluralism of the student body and faculty. Qualified candidates will possess a Master's or (preferably) Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
Missouri S&T's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, the campus, and the greater University of Missouri System are genuinely committed to celebrating the uniqueness of every individual and striving to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research, and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn, and innovate. Additionally, Missouri S&T has undertaken many initiatives to improve campus life and the work-life balance of its faculty and staff (http://hr.mst.edu) and seeks to meet the needs of dual-career couples.
Interested candidates should electronically submit their application consisting of: 1) a cover letter, 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) a research statement that describes your current work and your future research goals (2 pages max.), 4) a teaching statement that describes your teaching experience, your teaching interests, and your philosophy of teaching (2 pages max.), and 5) complete contact information for at least four references to Missouri S&T's Human Resources Office at:https://hr.mst.edu/careers/academic-employment/usingReference Number 50995. Acceptable electronic formats are PDF and MS Word. The review of applications will begin as they are received and will continue until the positions are filled. However, for full consideration, please submit applications before March 29, 2024. For more information prior to submitting an application, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Richard Billo, atrichard.billo@mst.edu.
Qualifications
- An earned master's or doctoral degree in an engineering field relevant to manufacturing
- Industrial experience involving areas related to additive manufacturing, reverse engineering, metrology, GD&T, or sustainability in manufacturing
- A strong commitment to and evidence of excellence in teaching
University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the multicultural community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a diverse population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.
KUMMER
Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a future-oriented STEM-focused university. Supported by the Kummer Institute Foundation at Missouri S&T, this unique college integrates key academic, co-curricular, and administrative activities related to technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and economic development. Within The Kummer College lives several departments: Department of Business and Information Technology (BIT), Department of Economics, Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE), Kummer Student Programs and the Division of Technology Transfer and Economic Development (TTED).
CASE
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty work side-by-side to create and share knowledge and understanding. From arts and humanities to the natural and social sciences, the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education has a program for everyone. The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) is made up of eleven units including Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC, Arts, Languages and Philosophy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English and Technical Communication, History and Political Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychological Science, and Education. The college is home to over 90 tenured/tenure-track and 44 non-tenure-track faculty members. CASE offers more than 85 different academic options including certificates, minors, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.
About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With a vibrant and diverse cultural scene, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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 athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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