Instructor - Engineering & Technology- Mechanical

Instructor - Engineering & Technology
- Mechanical

Southeast Missouri State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number:

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: Engineering and Technology

The department is seeking a full‑time non‑tenure‑track faculty to primarily teach undergraduate mechanical and machining classes in the Engineering Technology program.

• Teaching a wide variety of mechanical, machining, and related engineering classes at undergraduate level, typically four courses per semester.
• Teaching, supporting, and developing, as necessary, undergraduate courses and laboratories in related areas of interest to the department.
• Supervising and mentoring a diverse body of undergraduate students.
• Providing service to the department, college, and university, including participation in recruitment and retention activities.

• MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or any master’s degree and 10 years of experience in machining and/or mechanical engineering (degree must be from a regionally accredited or internationally accredited/government certified university).
• Ability to teach the following in areas such as (but not limited to): engineering mechanics, industrial materials, fluid power, machining, CAD/CAM, mechanical design, and industrial processes.
• Demonstrated relevant teaching and/or industrial experiences.
• Experience with hands‑on design projects and similar work.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to collegiality when interacting with others within the university community.

As a public regional university with a graduate mission, Southeast seeks candidates with a commitment to excellent undergraduate (and graduate) education and student success within the framework of the teacher‑scholar model. Applications of instructional technology and pedagogical research are supported through the Center for Teaching and Learning and SEMO Online. Successful candidates will contribute to the development of innovative curricula and delivery strategies, including traditional, blended, and online formats, and participate in initiatives promoting student success, retention, and degree completion.

Final date to receive applications:
Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

Required Information

• Letter of interest addressing position requirements
• Current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts
• A statement of teaching philosophy
• Names, emails, and telephone numbers of at least three references

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