**All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).** **Working Title:** Mechanical Engineering, Assistant Professor (AA26049) **Institution:** Minnesota State University, Mankato **Classification Title:** State University Faculty **Bargaining Unit / Union:** 209: Inter Faculty Organization **City:** Mankato **FLSA:** Job Exempt **Full Time / Part Time:** Full time **Employment Condition:** Unclassified - Unlimited Academic **Salary Range:** $64,066.00 - $186,015.00 **Application Deadline:** Review of applications will begin on March 9, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. **Position:** Tenure-Track (Probationary*) **Salary Type:** Depends on qualifications **Job Description** Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mechanical engineering with a specific focus on thermal and fluid systems. Maintain a laboratory and experiments for instruction and research in thermal science, fluid mechanics, or in related areas. Develop and maintain a research program with applications in thermal science, fluid mechanics, or in related areas. Teach graduate level class as needed in the area of expertise. Engage students with practical educational and research activities. Engage in student development and mentorship. Work with faculty and staff in a collegial and cooperative manner. Participate in departmental service activities, including undergraduate and graduate student advising, program assessment, interaction with prospective students, working with student organizations, etc. + A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty-four (24) credits of instruction per academic year. + The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified. + May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university’s additional locations, as assigned. + The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities. + All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or funded research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement (https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/) **)** + This position will advise undergraduate majors. + This position will supervise/advise graduate students. + The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Mechanical Engineering. + The successful candidate will be expected to develop a funded research/scholarship program related to Mechanical Engineering. **Minimum Qualifications** + Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens to this position including social justice and/or anti-racism. + PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field. (Conferred on an official transcript and received in Human Resources by August 18, 2025.) + Earned B.S. in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline from an ABET accredited (or equivalent) engineering program. (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application.) **Preferred Qualification** + Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment. + Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and/or presentation skills. + Demonstrated ability to teach thermodynamics, thermal analysis, heat transfer, applied thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, corresponding experimentation courses, and courses in areas such as control system, mechanical system design, etc. + Demonstrated industry working experiences and experiences in hardware and software application in the needed areas. + Demonstrated ability to use technology, develop, and deliver in person hybrid and online courses. + Demonstrated commitment to active, applied learning to develop programs in ways that contribute to student growth and learning. + Have or potential to involve undergraduate and/or graduate students in research or creative activity. + Evidence of active scholarly activities, including publications and/or professional presentations. + Have the Professional Engineering (PE) License, or have a plan to obtain a PE License in Mechanical Engineering. **Other Requirements** Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment. The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ (http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/Y) . You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu . **About** The Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering offers both BS and MS programs in mechanical engineering. The BS in Mechanical Engineering is an ABET accredited program. There department has nearly 400 students and 14 full time faculty. (More information about mechanical engineering program at MNSU: http://cset.mnsu.edu/departments/mechanical-and-civil-engineering/ Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu **University Demographics** Minnesota State University - Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes: + Enhancing access and student success. + Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs. + Anchoring the communities and regions we serve. Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here: https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html . Destination 2030 , the University’s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation. Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name—Minnesota State University, Mankato. Serving nearly 15,000 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor’s through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and 1700 international students from 103 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships, with 1,600 faculty and staff, including 600 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesota’s the iron range region, and twin cities region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/ . **Application Procedures:** A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee. + Cover Letter + Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae + Contact Information for three (3) references + Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree + A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement defining diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and describing your views and actions toward advancing DEI including dimensions of social justice and racial equity related to race, gender, ability and culture. How would your views and prior actions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion align with Minnesota State University, Mankato’s goals? + A one (1) page statement of your teaching philosophy + A statement of research/scholarly interests **CONTACT INFORMATION:** Jinyuan Zhai Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering Phone: 507-389-1483 TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 Email: Jinyuan.zhai@mnsu.edu ***** Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/ . **NOTICE:** In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. **Benefits Information:** At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. **Desired Start Date:** 08-18-2025 **Position End Date:** **Open Date:** 02-10-2025 **Close Date:** **Posting Contact Name:** Lacie R Mitchell-Garza **Posting Contact Email:** kz6609rp@minnstate.edu