ASSISTANT TEACHING PROFESSOR- Engineering Management and Systems Engineering #00092777

Engineering Management and Systems Engineering

The Engineering Management and Systems Engineering department within the Kummer College at the Missouri University of Science and Technology is seeking a Non-Tenure Track Faculty member (Instructional Assistant Professor) with expertise in Systems Engineering to support our graduate programs, including both Master's and PhD levels. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching four courses per semester, focusing on core and advanced topics within Systems Engineering, such as systems design, optimization, modeling, and analysis. The candidate will also play a key role in mentoring graduate students, guiding their research projects, and helping them navigate their academic and professional development.

In this role, the faculty member will collaborate closely with existing faculty to enhance the curriculum and ensure it remains aligned with industry standards and technological advancements. They will be expected to contribute to course development, particularly in areas that address emerging trends in Systems Engineering, such as digital twin technology, cyber-physical systems, and complex system integration. While this is a teaching-focused position, the faculty member will also be encouraged to engage in research activities, particularly those that can be integrated into their teaching.

This position is essential for maintaining the high quality of education and research within our graduate program. The faculty member will work with students, helping them to develop the skills necessary to solve complex systems engineering challenges. Their contributions will ensure that our program continues to produce graduates who are well-prepared to lead in both academic and industry settings

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, High-Performance Computing, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field from an ABET accredited school or equivalent accreditation.
• A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence at both undergraduate and graduate levels in Systems Engineering and/or Industrial Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with industry, startups, or technology commercialization.
• Experience with ABET accreditation.
• A commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment.

Applicants should submit the following materials:

• A cover letter detailing qualifications, research, and teaching interests, and relevant experience.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV).
• A statement of research and teaching (if applicable) philosophies.
• Sample of recent research publications or working papers (if applicable).
• Contact information for at least three professional references.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the multicultural community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a diverse population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

KUMMER COLLEGE
Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a future-oriented STEM-focused university. Supported by the Kummer Institute Foundation at Missouri S&T, this unique college integrates key academic, co-curricular, and administrative activities related to technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and economic development. Within The Kummer College lives several departments: Department of Business and Information Technology (BIT), Department of Economics, Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE), Kummer Student Programs and the Division of Technology Transfer and Economic Development (TTED).

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With a vibrant and diverse cultural scene, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

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. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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