Assistant Teaching Professor - Materials Science and Engineering

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

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About The Position

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering in the College of Engineering at Iowa State University invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor position in Materials Science and Engineering. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2026. This is a one-year, full time, non-tenure eligible term appointment. Renewal may be possible based on performance and the availability of funding. The primary responsibility of this position is undergraduate instruction in foundational Materials Science and Engineering courses. The successful candidate will primarily teach lower-level undergraduate courses such as Materials Engineering 2730, introductory materials science, and other core curriculum courses that support the undergraduate program. Responsibilities may also include participation in course coordination, development of instructional materials, and mentoring undergraduate students. The Department of Materials Science and Engineering is committed to sustaining a collegial, positive, and productive environment for both individuals and the broader academic community. Faculty members are expected to contribute to a collaborative department culture, maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism, and participate constructively in departmental, college, and university activities. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong commitment to high quality undergraduate teaching, effective communication skills, and the ability to engage and mentor students from a wide variety of academic backgrounds. Candidates are expected to contribute to the instructional mission of the department and support continuous improvement of the undergraduate curriculum.

Requirements

Master's degree in engineering or related discipline and 3 years of relevant work experience, or a doctoral degree in engineering or related discipline
Demonstrated experience in teaching materials science or related STEM subjects

Nice To Haves

Ph. D. or equivalent in Materials Science and Engineering (MSE)
Demonstrated ability to develop and teach foundational undergraduate courses in Materials Science and Engineering, particularly Materials Engineering 2730 and related core courses, including experience teaching large enrollment classes (>100 students)
Experience using modern courses management systems such as Canvas to support effective instruction and student engagement
Strong commitment to high quality undergraduate teaching and student learning
Excellent communication skills and demonstrated instructional clarity

Responsibilities

Undergraduate instruction in foundational Materials Science and Engineering courses
Teach lower-level undergraduate courses such as Materials Engineering 2730, introductory materials science, and other core curriculum courses that support the undergraduate program
Participation in course coordination
Development of instructional materials
Mentoring undergraduate students
Contribute to a collaborative department culture
Maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism
Participate constructively in departmental, college, and university activities
Support continuous improvement of the undergraduate curriculum