Montana State University
Assistant Professor of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
Montana State University, Virginia, Minnesota, United States, 55792
Assistant Professor of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
The Department of Land Resources and Environmental Sciences at Montana State University Bozeman invites applications for a tenure‑track position at the level of Assistant Professor with expertise in agricultural process engineering focused on value‑added agricultural products. The preferred start date is August 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities • 55 % research (MAES), 35 % teaching (COA), 10 % service
Research will focus on value‑added agriculture such as fiber use/transformation, high‑value product transformation for cereals, oilseed crops, horticultural products, and food systems engineering for Montana‑produced commodities. The candidate will also support a new degree program in Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in agricultural engineering or a closely related engineering field by the start date.
Demonstrated potential for research achievement in value‑added agricultural product design and engineering.
Evidence of strong research communication skills, including peer‑reviewed publications.
Demonstrated potential for teaching, effective mentoring and training of students, employees, or early‑career professionals.
Preferred Qualifications
Record of innovative research advancing the fundamental understanding of value‑added agricultural product design and engineering.
Demonstrated potential to secure funding via successful grant proposals.
Ability and interest to work collaboratively across disciplines and lead interdisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students with diverse backgrounds.
Application Requirements • This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.
To apply, please submit the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Statement (max 2 pages)
Research / Scholarship Statement
Cover Letter addressing each of the required and preferred qualifications
Optional: Reference letters (four professional references). Only references for applicants rated in the top tier will be contacted.
Special Requirements / Additional Information Applications will be screened beginning November 17, 2025, and will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
The Successful Candidate Will
Help MSU continue to provide outstanding teaching, scholarship, engagement, and service in meeting the goals of the MSU Strategic Plan.
Have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Have effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact collegially with faculty, students, and stakeholders with differing backgrounds.
Demonstrate commitment to integrating diverse perspectives into collaborative research, teaching, engagement, and service.
Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
FLSA Status Exempt.
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Duties and Responsibilities • 55 % research (MAES), 35 % teaching (COA), 10 % service
Research will focus on value‑added agriculture such as fiber use/transformation, high‑value product transformation for cereals, oilseed crops, horticultural products, and food systems engineering for Montana‑produced commodities. The candidate will also support a new degree program in Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in agricultural engineering or a closely related engineering field by the start date.
Demonstrated potential for research achievement in value‑added agricultural product design and engineering.
Evidence of strong research communication skills, including peer‑reviewed publications.
Demonstrated potential for teaching, effective mentoring and training of students, employees, or early‑career professionals.
Preferred Qualifications
Record of innovative research advancing the fundamental understanding of value‑added agricultural product design and engineering.
Demonstrated potential to secure funding via successful grant proposals.
Ability and interest to work collaboratively across disciplines and lead interdisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students with diverse backgrounds.
Application Requirements • This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.
To apply, please submit the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Statement (max 2 pages)
Research / Scholarship Statement
Cover Letter addressing each of the required and preferred qualifications
Optional: Reference letters (four professional references). Only references for applicants rated in the top tier will be contacted.
Special Requirements / Additional Information Applications will be screened beginning November 17, 2025, and will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
The Successful Candidate Will
Help MSU continue to provide outstanding teaching, scholarship, engagement, and service in meeting the goals of the MSU Strategic Plan.
Have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Have effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact collegially with faculty, students, and stakeholders with differing backgrounds.
Demonstrate commitment to integrating diverse perspectives into collaborative research, teaching, engagement, and service.
Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
FLSA Status Exempt.
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