Assistant Professor of Automotive​/Diesel Technology; ATDI), Tenure Track

Assistant Professor of Automotive/Diesel Technology (ATDI), Tenure Track

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Position Information

The College of Technical Sciences at Montana State University Northern (MSUN) invites applications for an academic-year (10-month), tenure-track Assistant Professor of Automotive/Diesel Technology (ATDI), Tenure Track to begin August 1, 2025. Effective teaching is the primary mission of this position at MSU Northern.

The benefits package includes paid employee health insurance, retirement plans, paid sick leave, one floating holiday, 12 paid holidays, and Montana University System tuition waivers.

Duties and Responsibilities

This position will teach approximately 12-14 semester credit hours of lecture/laboratory technology courses per semester, pertaining to the automotive, diesel and ag mechanics fields. Other duties will include student advising, office hours, class and lab maintenance, academic committee assignments, program development, student recruitment, industry training, and fostering of industry partnerships. Expected courses will include, but are not limited to electrical/electronics, automotive technology courses (engines, engine diagnostics, brakes, steering/suspension), and auto/diesel/ag mechanics courses (e.g., Heating/Air Conditioning).

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• A Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology, or a related field
• Recent industry work experience with a strong background in electrical/electronics, engines, automotive/diesel systems
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication
• Demonstrated strength in interpersonal skills and attributes

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience and willingness to embrace new technologies
• Master’s Degree in related field

Note: A Master’s degree will be required for tenure.

Special Requirements

Physical demands associated with this position include the ability to work in an office, classroom or lab environment with or without reasonable accommodations.

The Program

Our program provides students with a balanced, detail-oriented education that not only teaches the principles and systems used in the industry, but also includes hands-on training on a wide variety of industry-standard vehicles and equipment. Through this well-rounded, in-depth program, Northern graduates receive a technically sound education that can open doors literally all over the world. Visit this webpage for videos, academic maps and related links about the Automotive Technology Program: https://

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The Department

The College of Technical Sciences offers an array of technical degree programs under a unique umbrella which makes the school one of a kind in North America.

• Certificate, Associate, and Bachelor’s degrees in the Business Administration, Engineering and Technology, Mechanics, and the Trades
• Programs in Workforce Development and Apprenticeship Related Training
• Technical programs blended with liberal arts and general education all on the same campus
• Professors and professional staff who are dedicated and understand education as well as industry needs
• Cutting edge research in “Advanced Bio-Fuels”
• Multiple program minors, emphases, and options that can respond to industries current needs
• Technical programs…