Assistant Research Professor

The Center for Education Innovation department at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Research Professor within the Innovation-Based Learning (IBL) Hub. This position is a 9-month, benefited position in the Center for Education Innovation at the rank of Assistant Research Professor, with the anticipated start date of August 2026.

This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about preparing students to solve real-world problems through hands-on, project-centered, industry-engaged learning. Faculty in the IBL Hub work at the intersection of engineering education, innovation, entrepreneurship, industry collaboration, and workforce development.

The successful candidate will mentor multidisciplinary student teams, engage with industry and community partners, support innovation and commercialization activities, and help build a vibrant innovation ecosystem that connects education, research, and economic development.

Successful candidates will demonstrate initiative, adaptability, creativity, and a passion for helping students learn through authentic engineering and innovation experiences. Individuals who thrive in collaborative, fast-moving, interdisciplinary environments are particularly encouraged to apply.

This is a renewable professional faculty appointment within the South Dakota Mines Innovation-Based Learning Hub. The position offers the opportunity to help shape an innovative educational model that integrates engineering education, industry engagement, entrepreneurship, and regional economic development.

South Dakota Mines is committed to developing the next generation of engineers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders through transformative educational experiences that create value for students, industry, and society.

Candidates from academia, industry, startups, government laboratories, military technical organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures are encouraged to apply.

To Apply
Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. 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 June 29, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

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.