Possess the technical expertise and prior accomplishments
necessary to make Missouri S&T a global leader in bioinnovation
and medical engineering
Demonstrate prior evidence of research excellence and
establishing a vision, building relationships with industry
partners, and developing coalitions of university and/or government
stakeholders to work toward strategic goals, including major
external grants and contracts, in complex, changing
environments
Build inclusive teams that foster professional development and
mentorship, facilitate cooperation and teamwork, and support
constructive resolution
Hold an unwavering commitment to student success through
exceptional research, mentorship, instruction, and career placement
activities
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have strategic leadership skills, including the
demonstrated ability to develop and enact a vision for the Kummer
Institute Center for BioInnovation and Medical Engineering that
enhances multi-disciplinary research activity within the
university, increases collaboration with industry partners,
attracts new external partners, and elevates the stature of
Missouri S&T
- Must have demonstrated experience leading highly collaborative
research and workforce development initiatives, including the
coordination of large research grants with diverse partners in
academe, industry, and government or non-profit organizations
- The successful applicant will possess credentials necessary to
hold a faculty appointment at the rank of Professor, with tenure,
at Missouri S&T in an academic department related to the
applicant's expertise and the center's activities
Application Materials
The Search Committee welcomes nominations and applications.
Interested candidates should submit:
- a cover letter outlining their qualifications and vision for
this role
- a curriculum vitae
- a separate statement about their leadership qualifications
Finalists will be asked to submit contact information for at least
five references. Applications may be submitted directly using the
link below or uploaded to the Missouri S&T
Careers page.
Candidate inquiries about this role may be directed to Carrie
Arrowsmith, Lead Recruitment Consultant, at
arrowsmithc@mst.edu .
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately 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,
paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental
leave, paid caregiver leave, 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 Founding Director, Kummer Institute Center for
BioInnovation and Medical Engineering #00095985
Job ID 61055
Location Rolla
Department Office of Research &Innovation
Job Family Teaching & Research Faculty
Business Unit Missouri S & T
Posted Date 09/16/2026
Close Date Open Until Filled
