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Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Chemical and Biological Engineering
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A Chemical Engineering Professor teaches foundational chemical engineering ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the chemical engineering curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$98,036 / year median in South Dakota
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Posting Details Posting Details Logo Institution South Dakota Mines Working Title Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Chemical and Biological Engineering Posting Number F01916P Department SDSMT-Karen M. Swindler Chemical and Biological Engineering Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City Posting Text The Karen M. Swindler Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology invites applications for one or more part-time temporary Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturers to teach the Fall 2026 semester. Successful applicants will have a master's degree or an earned doctorate in Chemical Engineering or a related field by the time of appointment. Successful candidates will be required to teach core chemical engineering courses, laboratories or other courses as assigned. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a part-time, non-benefited position. The position may continue semester-by-semester, dependent upon performance, department need, funding and student enrollment. The Karen M. Swindler Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE) offers curriculum toward B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. Approximately 130 students are enrolled in the CBE undergraduate program and 30 students in the CBE graduate programs. For additional information regarding the CBE Department please visit our website, http://www.sdsmt.edu/CBE/ . Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu . South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or hr@sdsmt.edu . Review of applications will begin July 23, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Posting Date 07/09/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 07/23/2026 Advertised Salary Duration of the Term Other If Other, describe duration Fall 2026 Appointment Percent 20% per 3 credit hours Tenure Status Term Proposed Rank Instructor Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Temporary Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment. Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state's second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. Contact Information