Job Description

Assistant Professor
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.
Montana Technological University invites applications for a faculty position within the Electrical Engineering Department at the Assistant Professor level. A PhD or ABD in EE or related field is required with expertise in power systems, control systems, signal processing. All candidates must have the ability to obtain a PE or EIT license in the state of Montana. The department offers the BS and MS degrees in Electrical Engineering. Montana Tech is a special focus university with a reputation for excellence located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. The department has a strong commitment to undergraduate education and maintains externally funded research programs in power systems and control systems. Application screening starts immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Applications received by March 1, 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:
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses and labs for the EE Department. Advise students and student projects. Initiate and sustain a research program including leadership of undergraduate and graduate students. Provide service to the campus, community, and participate in EE program development.
Required Qualifications:

• BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• PhD or ABD in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• An ability to obtain a PE or EIT license as an EE in Montana.
• Expertise in power system dynamics, controls, and signal analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recent industrial work experience as an electrical engineer.
• College-level teaching experience with demonstrated excellent performance.
• Demonstrated history of successful research and refereed publications.

Physical Demands
An ability to carry 30# up a flight of stairs.
For full consideration application materials must be complete.
Please include:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications,
• Resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.
For full consideration application materials must be complete.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.
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.
To claim veteran's preference please complete the 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.
To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; 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.
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.

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.

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