Posting Details
Posting Details
Logo Institution South Dakota Mines Working Title Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering Posting Number F01914P Department SDSMT-Leslie A. Rose Department of Mechanical Engineering Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City Posting Text
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology invites applications for fall 2026 and/or spring 2027 semester Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer positions. These are part-time, temporary, non-benefited positions and may continue semester-by-semester, dependent upon performance, department need, funding, and student enrollment.
Expectations will include teaching, in-person, undergraduate mechanical engineering courses, and any accompanying laboratory section.
An earned MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field is required; a PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field is preferred. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required. The ideal candidates will have prior teaching experience at the university or college level and engineering experience in industry or government.
The anticipated start date is August 2026 for the fall semester and January 2027 for the spring semester. The successful applicant is required to be physically located at the school with the course(s) being taught fully in-person.
To Apply
Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or hr@sdsmt.edu. Review of applications will begin July 14, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Posting Date 06/29/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 07/14/2026 Advertised Salary Standard Adjunct Pay Schedule Duration of the Term Other If Other, describe duration Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semester Appointment Percent 20% per 3 cr hrs Tenure Status Term Proposed Rank Instructor Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Temporary Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations
The Leslie A. Rose Department of Mechanical Engineering takes pride in its excellent educational programs. Engineering fundamentals and design are emphasized throughout the undergraduate curriculum. Supported by CAMP, students compete in several ASME and SAE sponsored national/international competitions. The department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering, a minor in aerospace engineering, and currently is home to 675+ undergraduate and 75+ graduate students. For more information regarding the Department visit http://me.sdsmt.edu.
Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment.
Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state's second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.
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South Dakota Mines does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status in employment or the provision of service.
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