Mining and Explosive Engineering - Research Assistant Professor #00080598
Missouri University of Science & Technology

Job Info

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Job Title: Mining and Explosive Engineering - Research Assistant Professor #00080598
Location: Rolla
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 39475
Hiring Department

Mining and Explosives Engineering

Application Deadline

Until filled

Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time, benefit eligible

Job Description

The Missouri University of Science and Technology is anticipating the need to employ an assistant research professor in mining engineering. Candidate is expected to teach at least one mining engineering course, and perform research that investigates the effectiveness of various chemical products on the suppression of an acid aerosol mist generated in an industrial process. The one-year project will be funded by a consortium of large international companies, as well as the mining engineering program at Missouri S&T. Continued funding is available based on the first-year performance. The expected start date will be January 1st, 2022.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• PhD in engineering, chemistry or physics,

• Formal teaching experience in underground and surface mining methods,

• Significant hands-on laboratory experience with demonstrated capability to construct, troubleshoot and operate of larger experimental apparatus,

• Experience in aerosol analysis and suppression,

• Ability to perform basic chemical procedures including creation 20 liter solution samples accurately, acid-base titrations, and conduct electrodeposition experiments

• Strong technical report writing with data analysis

• Proficient in spoken English

The project will supply the successful candidate with a very competitive salary including benefits. Pay level is dependent on the qualifications of the successful candidate.

Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in engineering, chemistry or physics; proficient in spoken English Preferred Qualifications Formal teaching experience in underground and surface mining methods; significant hands-on laboratory experience; experience in aerosol analysis and suppression; ability to perform basic chemical procedures; strong technical report writing with data analysis.

Missouri S&T's Department of Mining and Explosives Engineering, the campus, and the greater University of Missouri System are deeply committed to inclusion and valuing diversity. Missouri S&T has undertaken a number of initiatives to improve campus life and the work/life balance of its faculty and staff (see http://hr.mst.edu). Missouri S&T seeks to meet the needs of dual-career couples.

Founded in 1870 as the University of Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy, Missouri S&T is a STEM-focused research university and part of the four-campus University of Missouri System. Located in Rolla, Missouri, Missouri S&T offers 99 different degree programs in 40 areas of study, including engineering, the sciences, business and information technology, the humanities, and the liberal arts. Missouri S&T is known globally and is highly ranked for providing a high return on tuition investment, exceptional career opportunities for graduates, and an emphasis on applied, hands-on learning through student design teams and cooperative education and internship opportunities. For more information about Missouri S&T, visit https://www.mst.edu.

Comments The final candidate is required to provide copies of official transcript(s) for any college degree(s) listed in application materials submitted. Copies of transcript(s) should be provided prior to the start of employment. In addition, the final candidate may be required to verify other credentials listed in application materials.Failure to provide official transcript(s) or other required verification may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.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, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America.The University's nondiscrimination policy applies to any phase of its employment process, any phase of its admission or financial aid programs, or other aspects of its educational programs or activities. Further, this policy applies to sexual violence or sexual harassment, both forms of sex discrimination, occurring within the educational program and instances occurring outside of the educational program if the conduct negatively affects the victim's educational experience or the overall campus environment. Any person having inquiries concerning the application of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 or other civil rights laws should contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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