Deputy Director AMP

South Dakota Mines invites applications for the Deputy Director AMP. This is a regular, part-time, benefited position at 75% effort. The AMP Laboratory has a history of conducting both basic and applied research in the area of advanced materials processing and joining. AMP is home to a host of advanced materials processing equipment including friction stir welding, cold spray technology, physical vapor deposition, and laser powder directed energy deposition.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• supporting research administration activities to help grow the AMP laboratory;
• growing the industrial research portfolio of the AMP laboratory;
• managing research project deliverables, including fiscal management;
• standardizing laboratory safety and manufacturing practices;
• designing and executing experimental research;
• advising student researchers and mentoring research staff;
• disseminating research findings through peer-reviewed publications and scientific conference presentations; and
• contributing to the identification and preparation of funding proposals.

• BS, MS, or PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering or closely related field.
• 15 years of industrial experience in metallurgical or advanced manufacturing industries.

South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at  or hr. Review of applications will begin August 4, 2026.

Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Please attach a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references (include name, mailing and email address for each reference).

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment.

Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state’s second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Advertised Salary Salary to be commensurate with education and experience

Duration of the Term 12 months

Appointment Percent 75

Appointment Type Regular

Faculty Status No

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

South Dakota Board of Regents
306

E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501