Assistant Professor of Engineering

Overview

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Lincoln University (Jefferson City, MO) is seeking candidates for an academic year (August-May), tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Engineering, to begin in January 2026. This position will serve existing degree programs in Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, and Pre-Engineering. We seek candidates who are interested in student success while promoting and growing our programs. Primary course demands are currently within civil engineering/civil engineering technology, but we are interested in candidates with interdisciplinary interests and training.

The ideal candidate will bring new ideas and interdisciplinary perspectives, desiring to engage with external entities, and looking for opportunities while adeptly navigating a resource-constrained environment. Candidates should articulate a plan for seeking external support for programs/research, including engagement of undergraduate students. Flexibility of candidates is desirable, including a willingness to teach across disciplines where qualified and able.

• Teach undergraduate courses in engineering, engineering technology, and related fields.

• Contribute to new initiatives and programs within the department, especially in conjunction with institutional initiatives to re-envision our engineering and engineering-related programs.
• Assess, maintain, run, and provide recommendations concerning laboratory facilities associated with the curriculum.
• Work with external agencies, including partnering with industry to seek opportunities for students and external financial support.
• Advise and mentor students, including through undergraduate research; serve on departmental, college, and institutional committees.

• Ph.D. in engineering or related discipline is preferred; master's degree and professional licensure is acceptable.
• Prior experience in engaging diverse undergraduate students is recommended/preferred.
• Prior industry experience or postdoctoral experience is recommended/preferred.

• Ability to teach across the civil engineering technology curriculum.
• Ability to work with a diverse student and faculty body.
• Ability to effectively communicate with persons both inside and outside the University.

• Ph.D. in engineering or related discipline is preferred; master's degree and professional licensure is acceptable.

• Light sedentary office work.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, in accordance with the needs of Lincoln University. Duties and responsibilities inherent in the job may be required due to the changing nature of the job.

Salary: $75,000 per year

• Full-time

• Education and Training

• Higher Education

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