What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Program Coordinator position at University of Missouri-Saint Louis?
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The School of Engineering at the University of Missouri – Saint Louis (UMSL)
Job Description
The School of Engineering at the University of Missouri – Saint Louis (UMSL), invites applications and nominations for three Professor and Program Coordinators, one for each of its three academic programs: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Appointment at the rank of Associate Professor is expected with the granting of tenure based on an evaluation of the applicant’s record. Appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure will be considered for exceptional applicants. UMSL is seeking program coordinators who are visionary and collaborative, student-focused, and research leaders. Primary responsibilities of each coordinator include student recruitment and retention; student success initiatives; faculty assignments and workload; faculty evaluation; and participation in the reappointment, promotion and tenure; curriculum development; program assessment and accreditation; development of research programs; faculty professional development; and coordination and oversight of classroom and laboratory usage. Each coordinator will report to the Founding Director and will play a role on all future hires within their academic unit.
As a tenured or tenure-track faculty member in the School of Engineering, the successful candidate will have and maintain a sustainable record of research and scholarship, teaching excellence, and experience in personnel development, project management, and strategic planning. Faculty in the school will have an opportunity for interdisciplinary collaborations broadly across the university, industries, and AMICSTL, the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Center St. Louis.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree in the specific disciplines of Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, a record of scholarship and securing external funding from various agencies including industries, communication skills, and commitment to teaching excellence, experiential learning, and student success.
Application Materials
Prospective candidates should submit a cover letter addressing the roles of the program coordinator, a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. References will only be contacted at the finalist stage. Although applications will be accepted until a program coordinator is selected, interested applicants are encouraged to submit their materials by March 7, 2025 to ensure full consideration.
Other Information
About The School
School of Engineering is being established at the University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL) to provide rigorous, relevant and affordable engineering education to a diverse and talented population of students to address the evolving need for engineers and economic growth of the region, state and beyond. The UMSL School of Engineering will house our ABET-accredited bachelor of science degree programs in mechanical, electrical and civil engineering. Additional bachelor’s degrees, as well as graduate degrees, will be added as the school grows. The school will be committed to accessibility and flexibility ensuring that students can pursue their educational goals in a manner that suites their needs. Faculty will conduct scholarship to expand the bounds of engineering knowledge. The school will be housed in newly renovated teaching and research labs. This includes a Student Project Design Laboratory where students will turn their innovative ideas into reality. This facility is being funded by a $15-million grant from the State of Missouri and is expected to be completed in Fall 2026. The school plans to admit its first cohort of traditional undergraduate students in Fall 2025 with a full-opening upon completion of the renovations in Fall 2026.
About UMSL
Established in 1963 and having just celebrated its 60th anniversary, the University of Missouri–St. Louis is the region’s premier public university in eastern Missouri and comes with a storied history. UMSL is a metropolitan, public research and teaching institution consistently recognized for its strong academic programs across disciplines and is considered a primary driver of the St. Louis economy. Supported by nearly 700 faculty across nine schools and colleges, UMSL offers an array of degree options including doctoral and graduate degree programs, numerous bachelor and certificate programs, and is home to the only professional optometry school in Missouri.
With an ambitious goal to become the nation’s premier metropolitan public research university, UMSL is a Tier 1 public research institution that prides itself on creating greater access to higher education and is an institution on the move. In three years, the university has risen 69 spots in the U.S. News & World Report rankings and now is now ranked No. 107 among all public universities in the nation. UMSL scored even higher on the 2023 list of “Top Performers on Social Mobility” and ranks No. 1 in Missouri and No. 75 nationally, an improvement of 25 places from last year’s rankings.
As a long-time recipient of Insight Into Diversity Magazine’s Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award, UMSL is focused on advancing inclusive prosperity for all its students. UMSL is also proud to be ranked for the first time by U.S. News among the nation’s Best Colleges for Veterans.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu.
The School of Engineering at the University of Missouri – Saint Louis (UMSL)
Job Description
The School of Engineering at the University of Missouri – Saint Louis (UMSL), invites applications and nominations for three Professor and Program Coordinators, one for each of its three academic programs: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Appointment at the rank of Associate Professor is expected with the granting of tenure based on an evaluation of the applicant’s record. Appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure will be considered for exceptional applicants. UMSL is seeking program coordinators who are visionary and collaborative, student-focused, and research leaders. Primary responsibilities of each coordinator include student recruitment and retention; student success initiatives; faculty assignments and workload; faculty evaluation; and participation in the reappointment, promotion and tenure; curriculum development; program assessment and accreditation; development of research programs; faculty professional development; and coordination and oversight of classroom and laboratory usage. Each coordinator will report to the Founding Director and will play a role on all future hires within their academic unit.
As a tenured or tenure-track faculty member in the School of Engineering, the successful candidate will have and maintain a sustainable record of research and scholarship, teaching excellence, and experience in personnel development, project management, and strategic planning. Faculty in the school will have an opportunity for interdisciplinary collaborations broadly across the university, industries, and AMICSTL, the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Center St. Louis.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree in the specific disciplines of Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, a record of scholarship and securing external funding from various agencies including industries, communication skills, and commitment to teaching excellence, experiential learning, and student success.
Application Materials
Prospective candidates should submit a cover letter addressing the roles of the program coordinator, a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. References will only be contacted at the finalist stage. Although applications will be accepted until a program coordinator is selected, interested applicants are encouraged to submit their materials by March 7, 2025 to ensure full consideration.
Other Information
About The School
School of Engineering is being established at the University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL) to provide rigorous, relevant and affordable engineering education to a diverse and talented population of students to address the evolving need for engineers and economic growth of the region, state and beyond. The UMSL School of Engineering will house our ABET-accredited bachelor of science degree programs in mechanical, electrical and civil engineering. Additional bachelor’s degrees, as well as graduate degrees, will be added as the school grows. The school will be committed to accessibility and flexibility ensuring that students can pursue their educational goals in a manner that suites their needs. Faculty will conduct scholarship to expand the bounds of engineering knowledge. The school will be housed in newly renovated teaching and research labs. This includes a Student Project Design Laboratory where students will turn their innovative ideas into reality. This facility is being funded by a $15-million grant from the State of Missouri and is expected to be completed in Fall 2026. The school plans to admit its first cohort of traditional undergraduate students in Fall 2025 with a full-opening upon completion of the renovations in Fall 2026.
About UMSL
Established in 1963 and having just celebrated its 60th anniversary, the University of Missouri–St. Louis is the region’s premier public university in eastern Missouri and comes with a storied history. UMSL is a metropolitan, public research and teaching institution consistently recognized for its strong academic programs across disciplines and is considered a primary driver of the St. Louis economy. Supported by nearly 700 faculty across nine schools and colleges, UMSL offers an array of degree options including doctoral and graduate degree programs, numerous bachelor and certificate programs, and is home to the only professional optometry school in Missouri.
With an ambitious goal to become the nation’s premier metropolitan public research university, UMSL is a Tier 1 public research institution that prides itself on creating greater access to higher education and is an institution on the move. In three years, the university has risen 69 spots in the U.S. News & World Report rankings and now is now ranked No. 107 among all public universities in the nation. UMSL scored even higher on the 2023 list of “Top Performers on Social Mobility” and ranks No. 1 in Missouri and No. 75 nationally, an improvement of 25 places from last year’s rankings.
As a long-time recipient of Insight Into Diversity Magazine’s Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award, UMSL is focused on advancing inclusive prosperity for all its students. UMSL is also proud to be ranked for the first time by U.S. News among the nation’s Best Colleges for Veterans.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.
To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu.
