Complete contact information for at least three
references.
Applications should be submitted electronically to the Human
Resource Office at Missouri University of Science and Technology at
https://hr.mst.edu/careers/academicemployment/.
All submitted application materials must include the position
reference number [00098137] in order to be processed. Documents
must be in PDF format. Other formats and hardcopy materials will
not be accepted.
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin on August 20, 2026, and will
continue until the position is filled.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.
Community Information
University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research
universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It
was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions
west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St.
Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an
accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks'
scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in
engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business,
with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and
engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty,
Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population,
yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and
impactful careers.
KUMMER COLLEGE
Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking
model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary
collaboration within a future-oriented STEM-focused university.
Supported by the Kummer Institute Foundation at Missouri S&T,
this unique college integrates key academic, co-curricular, and
administrative activities related to technology commercialization,
business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and
economic development. Within The Kummer College lives several
departments: Department of Business and Information Technology
(BIT), Department of Economics, Department of Engineering
Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE) and Kummer Student
Programs.
COLLEGE of ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC)
Missouri S&T’s College of Engineering and Computing is the
largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately
80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800
graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked
faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with
master’s and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic
departments. The college recently added a bachelor’s degree in
biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting
in fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College of
Engineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its career
outcomes and ROI.
COLLEGE of ARTS, SCIENCES, & EDUCATION (CASE)
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of
innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty
work side-by-side to create and share knowledge and understanding.
From arts and humanities to the natural and social sciences, the
College of Arts, Sciences, and Education has a program for
everyone. The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) is
made up of eleven units including Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC, Arts,
Languages and Philosophy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English
and Technical Communication, History and Political Science,
Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychological Science, and
Education. The college is home to over 90 tenured/tenure-track and
44 non-tenure-track faculty members. CASE offers more than 85
different academic options including certificates, minors,
bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help
individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place
for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe
neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for
all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes
offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every
lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events,
concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the
year. The university’s Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned
performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla
offers a high quality of life with a supportive community,
affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous
opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For
additional information on University benefits, please visit the
Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity
& Title IX at 573-341-7734.
Apply for Job
Job Title ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Physics #00098137
Job ID 60654
Location Rolla
Department Physics
Job Family Teaching & Research Faculty
Business Unit Missouri S & T
Posted Date 08/17/2026
Close Date 08/21/2026
