Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering

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Position Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26032 For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Richard Owens

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Classification Title Working Title Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Brief Position Overview

The Mechanical & Industrial Engineering (M&IE) Department at Montana State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The primary responsibilities include teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses focused in mechanical engineering, developing a sustained, commendable, distinguished, and externally-funded research program, and participating in professional/service activities.

Faculty Tenure Track Yes Faculty Rank Assistant/Associate Professor Position Number 4A5308 Department Mechanical & Industrial Engineering Division College of Engineering Appointment Type Faculty Contract Term Academic Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type MUS If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

General Statement

The Mechanical & Industrial Engineering Department at Montana State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor with primary responsibilities in teaching, scholarship, and service/outreach. The successful candidate will become an integral part of the program. Duties will include teaching courses focused in mechanical engineering, working on curriculum development, demonstrating excellence in scholarship, research, and participating in professional/service activities.

Candidates for the rank of Assistant Professor must have an outstanding record of teaching, research, and service.

We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with people from all backgrounds, possess strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and contribute positively to the academic success of students and the mission of Montana State University.

Montana State University values all perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building a whole community, which includes people of many backgrounds. We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a University community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from all backgrounds to succeed.

The New Faculty Member Will Be Expected To

• Contribute to excellence in both undergraduate and graduate teaching in the Mechanical & Industrial Engineering Department.
• Develop a sustained, commendable, distinguished, and externally funded scholarly program in an appropriate focus area.
• Produce scholarly works and collaborate with MSU’s research centers and regional partners.

Other Responsibilities Include

• Advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participating in accreditation activities and committee assignments.
• Providing service to the University, State, and profession.

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, or a closely related field by start date.
• Record of quality peer-reviewed or other scholarly publications.
• Excellent potential for effective undergraduate and graduate teaching in M&IE.
• Excellent potential for developing a sustained, commendable, distinguished, and externally-funded scholarly program in an appropriate focus area.

• Academic and/or professional experience in aerospace engineering and supporting disciplines, to include aerospace dynamics & controls, aerospace structures/high-performance materials, advanced mechanics and AI/ML guidance.
• A research program that complements and expands current M&IE Department research programs and directions

• Have a broad understanding of the topics found in mechanical engineering.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Have…