KARL F. HASSELMANN MISSOURI PROFESSORSHIP - Earth Sciences and Engineering #00096281

Earth Sciences and Engineering

The Department of Earth Sciences and Engineering (ESE) at Missouri University of Science and Technology (S&T) invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track/tenured faculty position to fill the Karl F. Hasselmann Missouri Professorship in geological and petroleum engineering, beginning in August 2026. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in geothermal energy, geotechnical engineering, and engineering aspects related to critical mineral exploration and extraction.

The Karl F. Hasselmann Missouri Professorship, established in 1999 as a generously endowed position with a substantial annual expendable, is awarded to a scholar who has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the field of geological and petroleum engineering. Leadership is specifically defined as personal integrity, demonstrated achievements, recognition of these achievements by peers, and outstanding ability as a communicator. This position emphasizes student education; therefore, the holder of the professorship is expected to teach 2-3 courses per semester.

The educational requirements may be met through a Ph.D. in geological engineering, petroleum engineering, or closely related discipline, or through a M.S. in one of the above fields with 15 or more years of related industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Evidence of successful teaching and research, and significant experience in either industry or academia are desired.

Interested candidates should electronically submit their application consisting of: 1) a cover letter, 2) a current curriculum vitae or resume, 3) a teaching statement, 4) a research statement, and 5) complete contact information for at least four references to Missouri S&T's Human Resources Office at: https://hr.mst.edu/careers/ using Reference Number 00096281. Acceptable electronic formats are PDF and MS Word.

Deadline for priority consideration is October 15, 2025, and the review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

For questions, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Joel Burken (burken@mst.edu), search committee co-chair, Dr. Andreas Eckert (eckertan@mst.edu), or ESE Department Chair, Dr. Stephen Gao (sgao@mst.edu).

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

KUMMER COLLEGE
Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a future-oriented STEM-focused university. Supported by the Kummer Institute Foundation at Missouri S&T, this unique college integrates key academic, co-curricular, and administrative activities related to technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and economic development. Within The Kummer College lives several departments: Department of Business and Information Technology (BIT), Department of Economics, Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE) and Kummer Student Programs.

COLLEGE of ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC)
Missouri S&T's College of Engineering and Computing is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with master's and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic departments. The college recently added a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting in fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College of Engineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its career outcomes and ROI.

COLLEGE of ARTS, SCIENCES, & EDUCATION (CASE)
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty work side-by-side to create and share knowledge and understanding. From arts and humanities to the natural and social sciences, the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education has a program for everyone. The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) is made up of eleven units including Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC, Arts, Languages and Philosophy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English and Technical Communication, History and Political Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychological Science, and Education. The college is home to over 90 tenured/tenure-track and 44 non-tenure-track faculty members. CASE offers more than 85 different academic options including certificates, minors, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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