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.

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 vibrant 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 broad 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).

COLLEGE of ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC)
Missouri S&T's College of Engineering and Computing is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with master's and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic departments. The college recently added a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting in fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College of Engineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its career outcomes and ROI.

COLLEGE of ARTS, SCIENCES, & EDUCATION (CASE)
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty work side-by-side to create and share knowledge and understanding. From arts and humanities to the natural and social sciences, the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education has a program for everyone. The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) is made up of eleven units including Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC, Arts, Languages and Philosophy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English and Technical Communication, History and Political Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychological Science, and Education. The college is home to over 90 tenured/tenure-track and 44 non-tenure-track faculty members. CASE offers more than 85 different academic options including certificates, minors, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.

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 its vibrant community, 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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