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Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Mining Engineering and Management
South Dakota State University
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Institution
South Dakota Mines

Working Title
Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Mining Engineering and Management

Posting Number
F01554P

Department
SDSMT-Mining Engineering & Management

Physical Location of Position (City)
Rapid City

Posting Text

The Department of Mining Engineering and Management (MEM) at South Dakota Mines invites applications for an Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer for the Spring 2024 semester. This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited position. The position may continue semester-by-semester, dependent upon performance, department need, funding, and student enrollment.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of an earned master's degree in business or mining engineering or a closely related field. They should also have at least ten years of experience in mining engineering, management, or supply chain management. Previous experience teaching online or in person with the use of an online learning management system is desirable.

Expectations will include teaching both undergraduate and graduate level courses. The initial course to be developed and taught will be in Operations and Supply Chain Management for the Mineral Industry.

South Dakota Mines is a best-in-class STEM university that offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees located in Rapid City, the state's second largest city with a MSA population of over 158,000. With 226 days of sunshine, 1.2 million acres of breathtaking scenery of the Black Hills National Forest, 700 miles of motorized trails and nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, there is a lot to see and do. People from around the world come here each year to see top attractions like Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Terry Peak Ski Area, and Reptile Gardens. There's something for everybody!

At Mines, our vision is to develop world-class leaders in science and engineering to benefit society through education, innovation, and engagement. Nearly 2,500 students from every state and over 40 countries are represented on our campus. Mines is an affordable option with a great return on investment.

Known for our academic rigor, we maintain an average class size of 24 and our students benefit from immersive learning experiences including undergraduate research, co-ops/internships, and nationally competitive engineering teams. These experiences make graduates highly sought after by industry and attributes to high starting salaries and 98% placement rate in the field of study.

Research at Mines encompasses four main areas: energy and environment; materials and manufacturing; STEM education; and underground science and engineering. Entrepreneurship is highly valued and programming assists students and faculty to engage in entrepreneurial activities and transition scientific and technological innovations into viable products and business startups.

South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at Careers at Mines (sdsmt.edu). Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin November 4, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Posting Date
10/18/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
11/04/2024

Advertised Salary

Duration of the Term
Other

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Appointment Percent
20

Tenure Status
Term

Proposed Rank
Instructor

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Appointment Type
Temporary

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota Mines does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status in employment or the provision of service.

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Cognitive Requirements

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Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Pace-average

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Physical Requirements

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Sensory Requirements

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Working Environment

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    JOB SUMMARY
    Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Mining Engineering and Management
    South Dakota State University
    Rapid City
    2 days ago
    N/A
    Full-time