Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor of Mechanical Engineering

Hiring Department

School of Engineering at the University of Missouri–St. Louis

The School of Engineering at the University of Missouri–St. Louisinvites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position in Mechanical Engineering at the rank of
Assistant Teaching Professor or Associate Teaching Professor, beginning as early as January 2027 .

We are seeking a dedicated educator passionate about undergraduateteaching and student success to help build and strengthen a growingmechanical engineering program. This role offers the opportunity toteach across the undergraduate curriculum, mentor students, supportlaboratory and experiential learning, and contribute to program development in a dynamic public urban research university—preparing the next generation of engineers.

This teaching-focused role carries a standard teaching load of the equivalent of eight three-credit hour courses per academic year,along with moderate service responsibilities. Summer teaching maybe available for additional compensation. The position does notcurrently include research expectations; however, opportunities may be available to mentor undergraduate research or studentprojects.

• Teach and support undergraduate learning by delivering high-quality mechanical engineering courses and laboratorysessions.
• Develop and enhance curriculum to promote studentengagement, applied learning, and continuous improvement.
• Support instructional laboratory development by assisting with the establishment, configuration, and operation of newengineering teaching laboratories.
• Provide program service through activities such as coordinating laboratories, supporting student competitions,advising student organizations, and contributing to program growth.
• Advise undergraduate students as they navigate theiracademic journey by providing academic advising activities that support student success and timely degree completion.
• Support recruitment and retention efforts by participating in outreach, enrollment, and targeted student successinitiatives.
• Model professional and ethical standards in teaching,mentoring, service, and engagement with the broader academic community.

A preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience in the areas listed below, as well as experience withABET accreditation and other applicable experiences.

• Thermodynamics
• Fluid mechanics
• Heat transfer
• Applied thermodynamics
• Computational fluid dynamics
• Thermal/fluids laboratories

Candidates should also be prepared to teach courses outside ofthermofluids, which may include:

• Mechanical Engineering 3D Design
• Statics
• Dynamics
• Mechanics of materials
• Introductory laboratory-based engineering courses
• Other as assigned

• Position is a 9-month appointment with opportunities for summerteaching for extra compensation. Initial rank of Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor will be based on the successful candidate’s teaching experience, professional accomplishments, andother criteria applicable for faculty appointment.
• Position is on-site.
• References will be requested for finalists.
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position foret employment visas or work authorization document.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience with teaching mechanical engineeringcourses.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant industry, professional engineering, applied research,laboratory, or project-based experience that enhance undergraduateinstruction and career readiness.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success through mentoring,inclusive pedagogy, and experiential learning.
• Ability to effectively teach undergraduate engineering course sand laboratories, including thermofluids.
• Experience developing, coordinating, or leading engineeringlaboratories, design projects, senior design experiences, studentcompetitions, or other applied learning environments.
• Potential for leadership in areas such as laboratorycoordination, student organization advising, or programinitiatives.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dem…