Assistant or Associate Professor-Civil Engineering

Montana Tech•Butte, MT

1d•$79,000 - $92,500

About The Position

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program. Applications received by March18, 2026 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established. Duties: Primary responsibilities include developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses serving the Civil Engineering Department, along with undergraduate and graduate academic and research advising. Active scholarship and service to the department, campus, and profession are expected.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Civil Engineering, or related field from an accredited institution (by the time of appointment)
Ability and desire to develop and teach undergraduate courses serving the Civil Engineering Department
A demonstrated record of research excellence, commensurate with career stage.
Must be eligible to work lawfully in the United States.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Expertise in Civil Engineering topics relevant to the undergraduate Civil Engineering program, particularly topics that complement those of the other faculty in the department
Past experience with and commitment to excellent teaching at the university level, or demonstrated ability to develop potential in this area
Evidence of ongoing scholarly activity (peer-reviewed publications, successful proposals, etc.). or evidence of commitment to developing an active research program
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and external partners
Industry and/or government experience relevant to the applicant’s career path
Strong communications skills, both written and oral
Experience with mentorship, or potential to develop mentorship skills
Professional engineering licensure, or the ability to obtain professional engineering licensure

Responsibilities

Developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses serving the Civil Engineering Department
Undergraduate and graduate academic and research advising
Active scholarship
Service to the department, campus, and profession

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.