Human Resources

Summary

Michigan Technological University’s Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) invites applications for an instructional-track Assistant Teaching Professor position. We seek candidates with expertise in aerospace and/or mechanical engineering in general, particularly in vehicle dynamics, systems engineering, thermal engineering, structures, and internal combustion engines. This candidate will be expected to help with advising industry-funded senior design projects. Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a learning environment based on respect for all and academic excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Teach undergraduate and graduate mechanical and aerospace engineering courses.
• Lead and/or advise student teams in Sr. Design or Enterprise.
• Department duties may include service on committees, conducting outreach activities, and assisting with department assessment responsibilities.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

• PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field.

Required Experience

• Classroom teaching experience.
• Expertise in mechanical and/or aerospace engineering or a closely related field.

Desirable Education and/or Experience

• Teaching mechanical and/or aerospace engineering courses on a variety of topics.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Ability to teach a range of mechanical and/or aerospace engineering topics

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Ability to advise a Sr. Design or Enterprise team.
• Project management or Systems engineering experience.
• Ability to use a learning management system to manage course schedules and teaching materials.
• Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.

Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following four required pieces of training; additional training may be required by the department.

Required University Training:
• Employee Safety Overview
• Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Training
• Annual Data Security Training
• Annual Title IX Training

Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.

Other Conditions of Employment:
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. This is not an E-Verified Position.

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FLSA Status

Exempt

Appointment Term

9 months

Shift

-

Pay Rate/Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Title of Position Supervisor

Department Chair

Posting Type

Dependent on Funding

Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)

For full consideration, complete application packages should be received by December 15, 2025; however, applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Applicants will need to upload the following documents:
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy Statement

We strongly encourage applicants to address the required and desired qualifications in their cover letter along with an explanation of how they will contribute to the Vision and Mission of Michigan Tech.

Additional Information

The MAE department and Michigan Tech encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. Our undergraduate programs are widely respected and known for their innovative Mechanical Engineering Practice curriculum and the Enterprise program. Our graduate mechanical engineering program is ranked 68th among doctoral-granting ME programs by the U.S. News Best undergraduate and graduate programs. The MAE department’s research expenditures in 2024 were $33.4 Million, up ~40% from 2023. Our department enrollment is growing with a ~30% growth in freshman enrollment this fall with 340 ME students along with our first Aerospace Engineering admissions of 72. The university and the department are making large investments into the MAE department with four floors of the R.L. Smith building currently under renovation.

Michigan Tech, ranked an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, attracts world-class faculty who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply. Located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula adjacent to Lake Superior, the Houghton community offers a small-town environment with outstanding four-season recreational opportunities.