Adjunct Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Hiring Department

School of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering UMSL

The School of Engineering is looking to hire up to three adjunct appointments to teach undergraduate courses and laboratories in Mechanical Engineering – Computer Aided Design (Autodesk Inventer), Statics, Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Mechanics of Materials and Laboratory-based introductory courses.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and enhancing curriculum materials to support student learning.
• Advising and mentoring undergraduate students, and design competitions.
• Promoting ethical standards and professional values in the classroom and beyond.
• Contributing to departmental services, ABET accreditation, program assessment, and program development.
• Collaborating with faculty to strengthen the undergraduate learning experience.

• PhD or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching or strong potential for effective teaching.
• Evidence of mentoring students, with a commitment to supportive pedagogy is highly desirable.
• Ability to teach undergraduate courses and labs.
• Effective communication skills, and commitment to experimental learning and student success.

Application materials should include a letter of interest and curriculum vitae.

The position will be open until filled.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

The appointment will begin in Spring 2026. Strong candidates teaching in all substantive areas will be considered, including Computer Aided Design (Autodesk Inventer), Statics, Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Mechanics of Materials and Laboratory-based introductory courses. The Adjunct Professor reports to the Mechanical Engineering Program Coordinator.

We seek a dedicated educator with a genuine passion for teaching, high ethical standards, and a love for working with students.

For questions regarding this position, please email Dr. Hamid Sanei at ssp7v.

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non‑benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax‑Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.