Assistant Teaching Professor of Mechanical Engineering
About The Position
The School of Engineering at the University of Missouri - Saint Louis (UMSL), invites applications for full-time non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Mechanical Engineering. There is a promotion process for the position. The standard teaching load for this position is eight courses per year (including summer opportunities). The appointment will begin in August 2026. Strong candidates teaching in all substantive areas will be considered, including AutoCAD, Statics, Dynamics, Mechanics of Material, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Applied Thermodynamics, Computational Fluid Mechanics, and associated thermal science laboratory courses, and Laboratory-based introductory courses. We seek a dedicated educator with a genuine passion for teaching, high ethical standards, and a love for working with students. The successful candidate will contribute to the department's teaching mission, mentor undergraduate students, and help shape the next generation of engineers. The Assistant Professor reports to the Program Coordinator. As Non-tenure track faculty member in the School of Engineering, the successful candidate will have and maintain a sustainable record of teaching excellence and service. Faculty in the school will have an opportunity for interdisciplinary collaborations broadly across the university, industries, and the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Center St. Louis
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
- Evidence of mentoring students, with a commitment to inclusive and supportive pedagogy.
- Experience with the ABET Accreditation process
Responsibilities
- Teaching undergraduate courses and laboratories in Mechanical Engineering.
- Developing and enhancing curriculum materials to support student learning.
- Setting up the new teaching labs.
- Advising and mentoring undergraduate students, and design competitions
- Assisting with student recruitment and retention and student success initiatives
- Promoting ethical standards and professional values in the classroom and beyond.
- Contributing to departmental services, ABET Accreditation, program assessment, and program development.
- Collaborating with faculty to strengthen the undergraduate learning experience.
Benefits
- This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
