Assistant or Associate Professor-Civil Engineering

Title: Assistant or Associate Professor-Civil Engineering

Location: Butte, MT

Department: Civil Engineering

Job Description:

Assistant or Associate Professor-Civil Engineering
Academic Year Salary: Assistant Professor $79,000 Associate Professor $92,500
Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.
Applications received by March18, 2026 will be guaranteed full review and consideration.  Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Duties:
Primary responsibilities include developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses serving the Civil Engineering Department, along with undergraduate and graduate academic and research advising. Active scholarship and service to the department, campus, and profession are expected.
Required Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in Civil Engineering, or related field from an accredited institution (by the time of appointment);

• Ability and desire to develop and teach undergraduate courses serving the Civil Engineering Department;
• A demonstrated record of research excellence, commensurate with career stage.
• Must be eligible to work lawfully in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:
Expertise in Civil Engineering topics relevant to the undergraduate Civil Engineering program, particularly topics that complement those of the other faculty in the department;

• Past experience with and commitment to excellent teaching at the university level, or demonstrated ability to develop potential in this area;
• Evidence of ongoing scholarly activity (peer-reviewed publications, successful proposals, etc.). or evidence of commitment to developing an active research program;
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and external partners;
• Industry and/or government experience relevant to the applicant’s career path;
• Strong communications skills, both written and oral;
• Experience with mentorship, or potential to develop mentorship skills;
• Professional engineering licensure, or the ability to obtain professional engineering licensure.

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Application materials must include:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Optional application materials include (1 page maximum, each):

• Teaching Statement; including courses the applicant is qualified and interested in teaching
• Research Statement

Application Requirements

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Montana Tech will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring.

• Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Dept. of State, the University may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the University is not able to pay the $100,000 payment accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.

Veterans Employment Preference

To claim veteran's preference please complete the employment (veteran's) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

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Request an Accommodation

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson at 406-496-4380 or email cisakson@mtech.edu

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

Benefits Package

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

About Montana Tech

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.