Montana Technological University
Assistant or Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Montana Technological University, Butte, Montana, United States, 59701
Assistant or Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
The Mechanical Engineering Department at Montana Technological University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering with an ability to teach a broad selection of Mechanical Engineering classes. The successful candidate must possess a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline. Given the broad nature of Mechanical Engineering, candidates will be expected to convey how their research specialty will further their ability to provide high-quality instruction and impactful research for school and society. The candidate will be expected to teach service courses as needed and offer a regular set of classes within the department. Candidates must demonstrate excellent English written and oral communication skills and have a strong commitment to teaching, research, and mentoring. Promotion and tenure will require a Professional Engineering license in the United States.
Duties Job responsibilities include teaching a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses within the Mechanical Engineering Department. Requirements include teaching service courses and courses specific to Mechanical Engineering. The person in this position must initiate and sustain a research program, including leadership of undergraduate and graduate students, and is expected to provide service to the department, campus, community, and profession.
Required Qualifications A PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline by position start date
Preferred Qualifications Industrial experience Teaching experience Excellent written/oral communication skills Capability to obtain a PE license within four years of appointment
Application Materials For full consideration application materials must be complete. Please include:
Cover letter addressing qualifications Resume Contact information for 3 professional references
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services, veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. Applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.
To claim veteran’s preference please complete the employment (veteran’s) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.
To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.edu.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions
Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.
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Duties Job responsibilities include teaching a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses within the Mechanical Engineering Department. Requirements include teaching service courses and courses specific to Mechanical Engineering. The person in this position must initiate and sustain a research program, including leadership of undergraduate and graduate students, and is expected to provide service to the department, campus, community, and profession.
Required Qualifications A PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline by position start date
Preferred Qualifications Industrial experience Teaching experience Excellent written/oral communication skills Capability to obtain a PE license within four years of appointment
Application Materials For full consideration application materials must be complete. Please include:
Cover letter addressing qualifications Resume Contact information for 3 professional references
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services, veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. Applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.
To claim veteran’s preference please complete the employment (veteran’s) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.
To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.edu.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions
Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.
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