"Assistant Professor"

Job Details

Position Information

• Position Type: Tenure Track
• Working Title: Assistant Professor
• Classification Title: Assistant Professor
• College/Division: College of Engineering, Technology & Management (ETM)
• Department: Manufacturing & Mechanical Engineering Technology (MMET)
• Benefits: Benefits Eligible
• Work Location: Klamath Falls, OR
• Position Terms/Mo: 9 months
• Full/Part time: Full Time
• Appointment FTE (%): 1.0
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Position Summary:

The Department of Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering and Technology (MMET) at Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech) seeks applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty, at the level of Assistant Professor located on the Klamath Falls campus. Applicants must have a commitment to high quality undergraduate and graduate engineering education and a strong desire to help grow and develop our ongoing educational programs.

Oregon Tech is one of the top public regional universities in the western United States and is consistently ranked among the top public colleges in the nation by US News & World Report. Oregon Tech has multiple locations including a rural campus in Klamath Falls, an urban campus in Portland-Metro, and an online campus. Each campus offers a variety of undergraduate and Master’s degree programs. Oregon Tech prides itself on delivering a high-quality, hands-on educational experience distinguished by a low student-to-faculty ratio.

The starting salary for the positions will be competitive with our comparator institutions and includes an excellent benefits package with comprehensive healthcare; a generous retirement; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.

The appointment will be at the Assistant Professor level. The department offers a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME, EAC-ABET accredited), a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology (BSMET, ETAC-ABET accredited), a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering Technology (BSMFG, ETAC-ABET accredited) and Master of Science in Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MSMFG). The program has fully equipped engineering laboratories and is well known for providing a hands-on-applied engineering education.

This position has responsibilities for development and teaching in the area of Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, and Mechanical Engineering Technology with emphasis on, but not limited to, Mechanical Design and Design Analysis, CAD/CAM/CAE, and Mechanical System/Numerical Analysis, and may be required to advise Senior Projects and teach a broad of range of courses in MMET as needed. Additionally, candidates will be expected to pursue research opportunities (including undergraduate research) and apply for research grant. This includes the opportunity to conduct research with the Oregon Manufacturing and Innovation Center (OMIC).

Oregon Tech’s Department of Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering and Technology (MMET) is committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or closely related field.
• Applicants are expected to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching/advising, research/scholarly work, and service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in Mechanical Design and Design Analysis, CAD/CAM/CAE, and Mechanical System/Numerical Analysis

Application Instructions:

Applications are exclusively accepted via the Oregon Tech Job Board. The review of applications will begin January 30, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.

To apply, visit: https://jobs.oit.edu/postings/7223

Then, upload the following elements to your application:

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Transcripts (Unofficial)
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Teaching Philosophy
5. Professional References List
6. Statement of Research Interests

Optional Documents

1. Other Document