| Location | Rapid City, SD |
Posting Details
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Logo Institution South Dakota Mines Working Title Adjunct - Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Chemical and Biological Engineering Posting Number F01978P Department SDSMT-Karen M. Swindler Chemical and Biological Engineering Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City Posting Text
The Karen M. Swindler Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology invites applications for one or more part-time temporary Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturers to teach the Spring 2027 semester. This is a part-time, non-benefited position. The position may continue semester-by-semester, dependent upon performance, department need, funding and student enrollment.
Successful applicants will have a master's degree or an earned doctorate in Chemical Engineering or a related field by the time of appointment. Successful candidates will be required to teach core or elective chemical engineering courses, laboratories, or other courses as assigned.
The Karen M. Swindler Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE) offers curriculum toward B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. Approximately 130 students are enrolled in the CBE undergraduate program and 30 students in the CBE graduate programs. For additional information regarding the CBE Department please visit our website, http://www.sdsmt.edu/CBE/.
Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or hr@sdsmt.edu. Review of applications will begin November 10, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Posting Date 10/27/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 11/10/2026 Advertised Salary Duration of the Term Other If Other, describe duration Spring 2027 Appointment Percent 20% per 3 credit hours Tenure Status Term Proposed Rank Instructor Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Temporary Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Campus Information:
Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment. The South Dakota Mines Strategic Plan can be found here.
Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state's second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.
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Courses taught by these adjunct instructors/lecturers include CBE lab courses, which include pilot-scale equipment
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