Assistant or Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Full Time
Rapid City, SD
Posted
Job description
Working Title
Assistant or Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Posting Number
F00985P
Department
SDSMT-Mechanical Engineering
Physical Location of Position (City)
Rapid City
Posting Text
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Rank is dependent on qualifications and the record of the successful candidate. A strong background in dynamic systems, controls, mechatronics, or robotics and an earned PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field are required. The anticipated start term is August 2023. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, develop an externally funded research program in their area of expertise, participate in service-related activities, and supervise student design projects. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
The Mechanical Engineering Department takes pride in its excellent educational programs. Engineering fundamentals and design are emphasized throughout the undergraduate curriculum. A project-based curriculum that is focused on product development that is infused throughout the four years of the curriculum (https://www.sdsmt.edu/Academics/Departments/Mechanical-Engineering/Undergraduate-Education/Product-Development-Process/). Supported by the Center of Excellence for Advanced Multidisciplinary Projects (CAMP), students compete in several ASME and SAE sponsored national/international competitions. The department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering, and currently is home to about 600 undergraduate and 35 graduate students. For more information regarding the Mechanical Engineering Department visit http://me.sdsmt.edu
Established in 1885, South Dakota Mines is one of the nation’s leading engineering, science and technology universities. South Dakota Mines is located in Rapid City, SD, and delivers a best-in-class education at an affordable price, with a supportive and collaborative campus community that prepares graduates to become in-demand leaders in today’s fastest-growing industries.
Known for our academic rigor, we maintain an average class size of 24 and our students benefit from immersive learning experiences including undergraduate research, co-ops/internships, and numerous nationally competitive engineering teams. College students who are serious about their future, passionate about STEM, and eager to solve society’s most pressing problems excel at Mines. Our Research Programs are concentrated in four areas: energy and environment; materials and manufacturing; STEM education; and underground science and engineering. South Dakota Mines is a growing university that enrolls around 2,400 students from 45 states and 40 countries and is ranked as the best engineering school for return on investment by College Factual. The placement rate for recent Mines graduates is 97 percent in their field of study.
Rapid City is the state’s second largest city (with an urban population of 77,503 and metropolitan population of 148,749) and is nestled at the foot of the beautiful Black Hills. Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, and Crazy Horse Memorial are all within an hour of the university. Rapid City enjoys a relatively mild climate and offers year-round recreational opportunities, including, hiking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, fishing, and hunting, to name a few. For more information about South Dakota Mines and Rapid City, visit: http://sdsmt.edu/The-Rushmore-Region/.
South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage options for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at https://www.sdsmt.edu/employment/. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin August 29, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Posting Date
07/27/2022
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
08/29/2022
Advertised Salary
Duration of the Term
9 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Proposed Rank
Assistant Professor
Work Hours
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota Mines does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status in employment or the provision of service.
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