Job Information
Montana State University Instructional Faculty - Master's in Manufacturing Engineering Program in Bozeman, Montana
Position Details
Position Information
Announcement Number FAC - VA - 25057
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Kathy Campbell
406-994-6755
kathryn.campbell3@montana.edu (xxxxxx@montana.edu)
Classification Title Instructor
Working Title Instructional Faculty - Master's in Manufacturing Engineering Program
Brief Position Overview
Montana State University is seeking a dedicated and experienced instructor to join our newly created Master’s in Manufacturing Engineering program. The ideal candidate will bring a strong academic foundation, real-world experience, and a passion for mentoring students in advanced manufacturing concepts and technologies.
Faculty Tenure Track No
Faculty Rank Non-Tenure Track
Position Number 4A3692
Department Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
Division College of Engineering
Appointment Type Non-Tenure Track
Contract Term Academic Year
Semester
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Union Affiliation AFMSU
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type LOA
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Recruitment Type Open
Position Details
General Statement
Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Instructors are needed to teach classes depending upon need and available funding.
Montana State University values all perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building a whole community, which includes people of many backgrounds. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a University community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from all backgrounds to succeed.
Duties and Responsibilities
Plan, develop and deliver undergraduate and graduate-level coursework in areas such as:
Advanced Manufacturing Processes
Automation and Robotics
Additive Manufacturing
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
Develop and continuously enhance curriculum, integrating theory and hands-on applications.
Provide career guidance and foster professional development of all students in the program.
Collaborate with industry partners to provide experiential learning opportunities.
Ensure coursework aligns with emerging trends and industry needs.
Participate in departmental initiatives, committees, and accreditation efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related field.
A minimum of 5 years of teaching or professional experience in manufacturing.
Expertise in advanced manufacturing systems, robotics, CAD / CAM , or related fields.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Expertise in advanced manufacturing systems, systems integration, robotics, CAD / CAM , or related fields.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with students of all backgrounds.
Supervisory and/or project management experience.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Ph.D. in Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline.
Professional certifications, such as:
Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE)
Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)
Project Management Professional ( PMP )
Lean (Bronze, Silver, Gold)
Experience with innovative teaching methods (e.g., project-based or technology-enhanced learning).
The Successful Candidate Will
Have a broad understanding in the fields of Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or Industrial Engineering.
Have the ability to mentor and inspire students.
Possess excellent written and oral communications skills.
Have the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, and the engineering industry.
Have the potential to provide leadership and to assume responsibility for organizational and program activities.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
The position for which you have applied MAY BE a Union position. Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit.
Non-Tenure Track Faculty – Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University ( AFMSU ). Faculty covered by AFMSU may choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment. Additional information can be found at AFMSU (http://afmsu4ntt.org) or by emailing AFSMU (afmsu4ntt@gmail.com) .
Any position less than .5 FTE is not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues.
- If the FTE changes during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted.
** Exceptions: Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The Program
The Master of Engineering option in Manufacturing Engineering is designed to prepare students from multiple disciplines to enter the workforce in an advanced manufacturing position. Additionally, it can provide training to professionals with a desire to build their skills in advanced and emerging manufacturing technologies in order to advance in their professional careers. The program will focus on building advanced skills in the science of manufacturing processes across a wide spectrum of topics. Most notably, topics include automation, quality, efficiency, and management systems, thus enabling integration of complicated manufacturing systems.
The Department
The Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (M&IE) Department offers ABET accredited BS degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology and Industrial Engineering. Graduate offerings include MS degrees in Industrial & Management Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, and a Ph.D. degree in Engineering with options in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering. The Department is strong in both traditional and emerging areas of each discipline, with substantial laboratory facilities supporting instructional and research missions. Available to M&IE Department faculty are collaborations with MSU’s Energy Research Institute, Center for Biofilm Engineering, Imaging and Chemical Analysis Laboratory, Magnetic Resonance Lab, Subzero Science and Engineering Research Facility, Montana Microfabrication Facility, Western Transportation Institute, Wind Application Center, Montana Manufacturing Extension Center, Thermal Biology Institute, and Center for Bio-Inspired Nano-Materials.
The College
The Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering comprises five academic departments (Chemical & Biological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Gianforte School of Computing, Electrical & Computer Engineering, and Mechanical & Industrial Engineering and is home to the following research centers: Center for Biofilm Engineering ( CBE ), Western Transportation Institute ( WTI ), Montana Microfabrication Facility ( MMF ) and the Subzero Science and Engineering Research Facility; the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center ( MMEC ); and the Army and Air Force ROTC Units. The College enrolls approximately 4,000 students with more than 200 studying in graduate degree programs. Doctoral degree programs include a Ph.D. in Computer Science and a Ph.D. in Engineering with options in the fields of Applied Mechanics, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date August 15, 2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on or before February 1, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
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