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Instructor/Assistant Professor of Diesel Technology/Agricultural Mechanics Technology Faculty (Tenure Track)

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must upload the following with their application:

1. A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your professional and academic career goals, and describes your interest in the position.

2. A resume or curriculum vitae.

3. A list of three references.

Please submit the Background Authorization Form which can be found here:

https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf

You may email it to [email protected] or fax it to (406) 265-3530.

Please type YES in the Background Check field in the online application to show you understand this additional requirement.

Position Details

Position Information

NBAPOSN Title

Working Title Instructor/Assistant Professor of Diesel Technology/Agricultural Mechanics Technology Faculty (Tenure Track)

Brief Position Overview

The College of Technical Sciences at Montana State University Northern ( MSUN ), invites applications for an academic-year (10-month), tenure-track Instructor of Diesel Technology/Agricultural Mechanics Technology to begin August 1, 2025.

Effective teaching is the primary mission of this position at MSU Northern.

The benefits package (https://www.msun.edu/hr/benefits-f.aspx) includes paid employee health insurance, retirement plans, paid sick leave, one floating holiday, 12 paid holidays, and Montana University System tuition waivers.

Faculty Tenure Track Yes

Faculty Rank Assistant Professor

Position Number 7A0039

Department Diesel Technology

Division College of Technical Sciences

Appointment Type Faculty

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

FLSA Exempt

Union Affiliation Federation of Teachers

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible Yes

Compensation Annual

Salary Commensurate with experience and education and within guidelines set by the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Contract Type MUS

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

The instructor will teach approximately 24 credit hours of lecture/laboratory courses per academic year. Courses assigned will be in Diesel Technology or Agricultural Mechanics Technology, and may include, but is not limited to fuel systems, electrical/electronic systems, powertrains, chassis, air conditioning, and agricultural equipment.

Academic and career advising will be a responsibility associated with this position. In addition, the hire will be involved in curriculum development, program growth, program assessment and working with an advisory board. Academic responsibilities will also include serving on campus committees, involvement in campus activities and serving as an ambassador and collegiate member of the College of Technical Sciences.

Duties and Responsibilities

The instructor will teach approximately 24 credit hours of lecture/laboratory courses per academic year. Courses assigned will be in Diesel Technology or Agricultural Mechanics Technology, and may include, but is not limited to fuel systems, electrical/electronic systems, powertrains, chassis, air conditioning, and agricultural equipment.

Academic and career advising will be a responsibility associated with this position. In addition, the hire will be involved in curriculum development, program growth, program assessment and working with an advisory board. Academic responsibilities will also include serving on campus committees, involvement in campus activities and serving as an ambassador and collegiate member of the College of Technical Sciences.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

+ Bachelor’s degree in Diesel Technology, a technical or a related field with increasing responsibility and experience demonstrated.

+ Industry experience in the Diesel Technology and or Agricultural Mechanics field.

+ Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communications.

Note: Master’s degree will be required for tenure. Bachelor’s Degree in diesel or related field will be required to be considered for an assistant professor.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

+ Demonstrated recent industry work experience with a strong background in electrical/electronics, hydraulics, brakes, suspensions, automatic transmissions, engines, and air conditioning, powertrains and agricultural equipment in the diesel or agriculture industry

+ Demonstrated experience with grain harvesting equipment, tractors, forage implements, sprayers, tillage, and planting implements

+ Demonstrated strength in interpersonal skills and attributes

+ Experience and willingness to embrace new technologies

The Successful Candidate Will

Special Requirements

A teaching demonstration by the candidate will be required as a part of the interview process.

Physical Demands

Physical demands associated with this position include the ability to work in an office, classroom or lab environment with or without reasonable accommodations.

The Program

Our program provides students with a balanced, detail-oriented education that not only teaches the principles and systems used in the industry, but also includes hands-on training on a wide variety of industry-standard machines and equipment. Through this well-rounded, in-depth program, Northern graduates receive a technically sound education that can open doors literally all over the world. Visit this webpage for videos, academic maps and related links about the Diesel Technology Program, http://www.msun.edu/academics/cots/program-Diesel.aspx.

The Department

Northern’s Bachelor of Science in Diesel Technology is recognized nationally as the premier program for diesel technicians who are aiming for a career in the industry, from a technician through to a management position. Learn more at the department webpage: http://www.msun.edu/academics/cots/program-Diesel.aspx.

The College

The College of Technical Sciences offers an array of technical degree programs under a unique umbrella which makes the school one of a kind in North America.

+ Certificate, Associate, and Bachelor’s degrees in the Business Administration, Engineering and Technology, Mechanics, and the Trades

+ Programs in Workforce Development and Apprenticeship Related Training

+ Technical programs blended with liberal arts and general education all on the same campus

+ Professors and professional staff who are dedicated and understand education as well as industry needs

+ Cutting edge research in “Advanced Bio-Fuels”

+ Multiple program minors, emphases, and options that can respond to industries current needs

+ Technical programs matched with computer studies, business, electronics, design, and education

Explore the COTS webpage found here: http://www.msun.edu/academics/cots/.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 2500006P

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date August 2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Until an adequate pool is established No

Special Instructions Summary

Applicants must upload the following with their application:

1. A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your professional and academic career goals, and describes your interest in the position.

2. A resume or curriculum vitae.

3. A list of three references.

Please submit the Background Authorization Form which can be found here:

https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation- MSU -Northern.pdf (https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf)

You may email it to [email protected] or fax it to (406) 265-3530.

Please type YES in the Background Check field in the online application to show you understand this additional requirement.

Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/2535

EEOC Statement

Montana State University-Northern ( MSUN ) is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN 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.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Director of Human Resources /Title IX

Montana State University-Northern

300 11th Street West

Havre, MT 59501

E-mail: [email protected]

Tel: (406) 265.3568

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

+ List of References

Optional Documents

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Transcript

Posting Specific Questions

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