ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE TEACHING PROFESSOR - Nuclear Engineering and Radiation Sciences #00096522

Nuclear Engineering and Radiation Sciences

The Department of Nuclear Engineering & Radiation Science (NERS) at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) in Rolla, Missouri is seeking outstanding applicants for an assistant or associate teaching professor, non-tenure-track faculty position in all areas of nuclear engineering. Preference will be given to applicants who can contribute to the department's areas of strength such as delivery of fundamental and core nuclear science and engineering classes at undergraduate and graduate levels, delivery of instruction mode that embraces innovative teaching/experiential learning, and deployment of successful distance education/e-learning. Competitive salary commensurate with the rank and qualifications of the candidates will be offered.

Successful candidates will be expected to have strong commitments to (a) high-quality teaching both at the undergraduate and graduate levels, (b) service in the applicant's professional community and our institution, and (c) supporting the mission of the department. Applicants should have evidence of potential for excellence in teaching and service. Senior candidates should have demonstrated excellence in teaching.

NERS has a proud history of positively impacting society through ground-breaking research and advancing the quality and breadth of its educational mission, granting an ABET-accredited BS, as well as MS and PhD degrees in nuclear engineering. Currently the department is experiencing unprecedented growth in enrollment, research, and external support. The department currently has 8 tenured or tenure-track professors and is a leader in undergraduate education in nuclear engineering. The department has consistently ranked among top 5 US institutions awarding undergraduate degree in nuclear engineering over the past four years. There are just over 200 undergraduate and graduate students in NERS on campus. The Missouri S&T Reactor (MSTR) is a 200kW pool-type reactor that sees extensive use for educational purposes and is capable of delivering reactor laboratory experiments in a distance education format. The department is particularly proud of its connection to US national labs, nuclear power utilities, and various nuclear technology vendors. The university is one of the 12 SUPER agreement schools with Idaho National Laboratory.

Further details on required and desired attributes, skills and characteristics of the successful candidate, and the department's vision and strategic plan, activities, and research may be found at: https://nuclear.mst.edu/.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in nuclear engineering or a closely related field. Eligibility for professional engineering registration is considered an asset.

Interested candidates should electronically submit their application consisting of: 1) a cover letter, 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) a teaching statement, and 4) 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 00096522. Acceptable electronic formats are PDF and MS Word.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applicants must apply by November 25, 2025. For more information prior to submitting an application, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Carlos Castano, at: castanoc@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.

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.

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.

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The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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