Assistant Teaching Professor, Engineering Fundamentals
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Department: Engineering Fundamentals
Work Type: Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Categories: Engineering
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Michigan Technological University is an R1 technological research university founded in 1885 in Houghton. Our rural campus is situated just miles from Lake Superior in Michigan's scenic Upper Peninsula and is home to nearly 7,500 students from more than 60 countries around the world. Consistently ranked among the best universities in the country for return on investment, Michigan's flagship technological university offers more than 185 undergraduate (https://www.mtu.edu/admissions/academics/majors/) and graduate (https://www.mtu.edu/gradschool/programs/degrees/) degree programs. Research focus areas include defense, health, energy, automotive, environment, and aerospace.
The area's waters, forests, and snowfall support year-round recreation, including skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, and paddling. In addition to outdoor adventures, the University and local community have many sporting events as well as a large variety of arts and cultural activities. The University is an integral part of the region, supported by a friendly and welcoming community that takes pride in being a true college town. We embrace our size, climate, sense of adventure, and originality.
Summary
The Department of Engineering Fundamentals at Michigan Technological University is searching for qualified candidates to inspire the next generation of engineering students by implementing dynamic problems and project-based education in our integrated first year engineering program. We invite applications for one or more faculty positions in Engineering Fundamentals. The department houses the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) degree program, teaches the common first year engineering courses, and supports engineering education research. We approach teaching in cutting edge ways, using a flipped format with an active and collaborative learning environment and supported by trained near-peer mentor assistants. We are looking for innovative individuals to expand our progressive team. Our supportive and growth based mindset will help you maintain a balanced work life, family life, and career path.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties
Anticipated teaching needs include first-year engineering classes, with opportunities to teach other advanced courses in general engineering. Typical first-year topics include engineering problem solving, engineering design, computer programming, and solid modeling. First-year courses are taught in a flipped class format emphasizing active and collaborative learning. Although the primary duty will be teaching, there is an expectation of collaboration on STEM-education research and service.
Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work and actively engage in university continuous improvement initiatives.
Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures
Qualifications include a master's degree in engineering (Ph.D. preferred), STEM Education, or related field. Comparable credentials, such as a PE license will also be considered.
Required Experience
Prior teaching experience in active learning environments.
Desirable Education and/or Experience
Previous teaching or curricular experience with first-year engineering students
Terminal degree in engineering, a related STEM field, or STEM education
Research in engineering education or a field that supports engagement of undergraduate engineering students
Ability to engage students in design challenges that incorporate the local environment and community resources
Advanced computer skills, particularly MATLAB or other programming languages
3-D modeling and CAD software skills
Experience in engineering design
Experience with microcontrollers, data acquisition and controls
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
Other qualifications include:
strong interpersonal skills;
demonstrated teaching ability; and
demonstrated ability to work with a variety of students, faculty, and community populations.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with people from different backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for people with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
? Employee Safety Overview
? Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, 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.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)
1
FLSA Status
Exempt
Appointment Term
9 months
Pay Rate/Salary
The final salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Title of Position Supervisor
Department Chair
Posting Type
Internal & External
Dependent on Funding
No
Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)
For full consideration, please apply by February 22, 2026. However, applications will be considered until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August of 2026.
Applicants will need to upload the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Teaching 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.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech's hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu.
Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (https://www.mtu.edu/publicsafety/pdfs/annual-report.pdf) contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. Michigan Tech will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the Michigan Tech Public Safety.
In compliance with the federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA) and its implementing regulations (34 CFR Part 86), Michigan Tech is committed to maintaining a drugfree campus environment and actively promoting the health and safety of its community. Find our notice (https://www.mtu.edu/hr/current/docs/aod-notification.pdf) that outlines the University's policies, legal sanctions, health risks, and available support resources related to the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures* (minimum requirements)
Advertised: 04 Feb 2026 Eastern Standard Time
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