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Posting Details Logo Institution South Dakota Mines Working Title Lecturer-Geology and Geological Engineering Black Hills Natural Sciences Field Station BHNSFS Posting Number F01821P Department SDSMT-BH Natl Science Field Station SD
Physical Location of Position City Unspecified
Posting Text The Black Hills Natural Sciences Field Station BHNSFS at South Dakota School of Mines & Technology is seeking temporary Lecturers for three-to-five-week sessions of Geology and Geological Engineering field camps and/or other specialty camps as needed. The camps are taught from various locations in the Black Hills and other locations within the U.S. and abroad. For more information on camps and locations visit https://geologyfieldcamp.sdsmt.edu. Selected candidates are expected to live at the camp during the session. There is a possibility of continued employment dependent on performance funding and student enrollment.
A Ph.D. in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related field is required. Experience teaching geology and/or engineering field camps is preferred. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. These are temporary, non-benefited positions.
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 hrs@sdm.edu.
Review of applications will begin March 4, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Posting Date 02172026
Closing Date Open Until Filled
First Consideration Date 03042026
Advertised Salary Duration of the Term Other If Other, describe duration: Temporary appointments, summer camps Appointment Percent 100
Tenure Status Term Proposed Rank Lecturer
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
Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelors, masters, or doctoral degrees at the intersection of innovation and tradition. Renowned for hands-on learning and pioneering research, Mines educates future leaders in STEM fields who will make a meaningful impact on the world.
Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. Nearly 2,500 students from every state and over 40 countries are represented on the Mines campus. The university is recognized for its rigorous curriculum and boasts a strong return on investment for its graduates.
With an average class size of 24 and a 131 student-to-faculty ratio, Mines is committed to delivering an education that equips students with the skills and experience needed to thrive in their chosen fields. At Mines, student life is vibrant and welcoming, offering more than 80 clubs and organizations that foster a sense of community and provide leadership opportunities.
Co-curricular activities such as internships, cooperative education opportunities, and professional development programs ensure that students gain practical, hands-on experience in their fields while enhancing their academic learning. Students can explore their passions outside the classroom from competitive athletics, music programs, and intramural sports to professional societies, competitive engineering teams, and cultural clubs.
South Dakota Mines faculty, staff, and students drive groundbreaking research across five main areas: advanced materials and manufacturing, deep underground science and engineering, critical and sustainable resources, smart and resilient cyber-infrastructure, and data science and numerical modeling. This research advances technology and innovation and offers students hands-on opportunities to address real-world challenges, preparing them for leadership roles in their careers and beyond.
With a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship, South Dakota Mines provides programming that empowers students and faculty to transform scientific and technological innovations into viable products and startups. Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the states second-largest city with an MSA population of over 158,000. The city sees an average of 226 days of sunshine annually and is surrounded by many things to see and do.
The region has roughly 1.2 million acres of breathtaking scenery in the Black Hills National Forest, 700 miles of motorized trails, nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, as well as top attractions like historic Deadwood, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Terry Peak Ski Area, and Reptile Gardens.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.
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