Mechanical Engineering InstructorAssistant Professor AA26065
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Working Title:
Mechanical Engineering Instructor/Assistant Professor (AA26065Institution:
Minnesota State University MankatoClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
209: Inter Faculty OrganizationCity:
MankatoFLSA:
Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Unclassified Limited Academic (Fixed Term)Salary Range:
$64066.00 $186015.00Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on May 15 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Position: Nine Month Fixed Term Appointment*
Salary Type: Depends on qualifications
Job Description
Teach undergraduate courses in mechanical engineering with a specific focus on Machine elements Solid mechanics and Computer graphics communications. Possess knowledge and experience in automation/control with the willingness to teach a broad range of mechanical courses would have added value. Maintain a laboratory and experiments for instruction in the areas. Teach graduate level class as needed in the area of expertise. Engage students with practical educational and research activities. Engage in student development and mentorship. Work with faculty and staff in a collegial and cooperative manner. Participate in departmental service activities including program assessment among others.
A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four 24 credits of instruction per academic year.
The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.
May be expected to develop and deliver facetoface hybrid and online instruction at the Mankato campus online and/or at the universitys additional locations as assigned.
The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design instruction and evaluation conduct research productively and mentor students in research help create innovative strategies for student recruitment retention and completion and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities.
All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research in continuing preparation and study in contributing to student growth and development and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFOMaster Agreement
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Machine elements Solid mechanics Computer graphics communications.
The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching graduate courses in the area of expertise.
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens to this position including social justice and/or antiracism.
Doctorate or terminal degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
Earned B.S. in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline from an ABET accredited (or equivalent) engineering program. (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application.
Preferred Qualification
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
Demonstrated effective written oral communication and/or presentation skills.
Demonstrated preparation to teach advise and support a wide variety of students.
Demonstrated ability to teach the courses listed below along with additional courses depending on the departments needs. Machine elements Solid mechanics Computer graphics communications and Automation/control.
Demonstrated ability to teach using technology in the classroom and/or online course delivery.
Demonstrated ability to use technology develop and deliver hybrid and online courses.
Demonstrated ability to incorporate technology into courses.
Experience with advising and mentoring students.
Demonstrated ability to work with faculty and staff in a collegial and cooperative manner.
Demonstrated willingness to work individually and collaboratively as a member of a team.
Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development.
Creative or scholarly interests that will advance the mission and goals of the Mechanical & Civil Engineering department at Minnesota State University Mankato.
Have or potential to involve undergraduate and/or graduate students in research or creative activity.
Evidence of scholarly activity including publications and/or professional presentations.
Other Requirements
Work safely at all times which includes but is not limited to participating and completing all required safety trainings as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools equipment and personal protective equipment.
The Minnesota State University Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the schools policies procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred oncampus or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: may also request a paper copy from University Security ator by emailing .
About
The Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering offers both BS and MS programs in mechanical engineering. The BS in Mechanical Engineering is an ABET accredited program. There department has nearly 400 students and 14 full time faculty. (More information about mechanical engineering program at MNSU: Information
Additional information on Minnesota State University Mankato can be found at: salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
University Demographics
Minnesota State University Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision Equity 2030 which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity socioeconomic status ability and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves for their families and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:
Enhancing access and student success.
Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.
Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.
Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions creating an intentional statewide culture of equityminded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here: 2030 the Universitys strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023 commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity inclusion and belonging. We seek to attract teacherscholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University Mankato is studentcentered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region state and nation.
Founded as a Normal School in 1868 Minnesota State University Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining bigideas with realworld thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state region and global society. Mankato Minnesota is a community of nearly 44500 people about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live work and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people whose language frames our nameMinnesota State University Mankato.
Serving approximately 17900 students annually the University is an applied research institution with more than 200 academic programs from bachelors through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18 students of color and1175 international students from 95 countries cuttingedge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships with 1600 faculty and staff including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of online programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesotas the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: Procedures:
A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.
Cover Letter
NonPhoto Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Contact Information for three 3 references
Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
A brief (no more than onepage) diversity statement defining diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) and describing your views and actions toward advancing DEI including dimensions of social justice and racial equity related to race gender ability and culture. How would your views and prior actions regarding diversity equity and inclusion align with Minnesota State University Mankatos goals
A one 1 page statement of your teaching philosophy
A one 1 page statement of your research/scholarly interests
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Jin Park Professor
Mechanical & Civil Engineering
Minnesota State University Mankato
230 Trafton East
Mankato MN 56001
Phone:
TTY:or 711
*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN States vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles $250 $1500 a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pretax medical and dental expense (with rollover option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and wellbeing of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date:
Open Date:
Close Date:
Posting Contact Name:
Lacie R MitchellGarzaPosting Contact Email:
Employment Type
Full-Time
