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Professor of Practice
Position Function:
The Department of Technology, Leadership, & Design at
Mississippi State University invites applications for one
non-tenure track, nine-month faculty position, under the
administrative supervision of the head of the department. A
Professor of Practice in Industrial Technology is a professional
and a scholar with a strong interest in teaching, supervising
undergraduate students, and providing service to the
department.
Salary Grade : UC
For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary
ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
Please see our webpage located at
http://www.itidccl.msstate.edu/
Area of Specialization:
Industrial Technology
Anticipated Appointment Date:
August 16, 2026
Tenure Track Status:
Non-Tenure Track - Professional Track
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Teach a variety of undergraduate and/or graduate courses in
Industrial Technology.
2. Engage in routine departmental, college, and university service
functions and committees, as requested.
3. Advise undergraduate students and organizations.
4. Participate in required scholarly activities as part of the
College’s accreditation standards.
5. Develop and deliver experiential learning opportunities and
industry-aligned curricula.
6. Collaborate with faculty and staff on workforce development,
outreach, and industry engagement efforts.
7. Contribute to grant writing, proposal development, and
externally funded projects, particularly those tied to applied
practice.
8. Serve as a liaison between the university and
industry/government partners to promote collaboration and
innovation.
9. Mentor students on professional development, internships, career
readiness, and capstone or applied research projects.
10. Engage in other related duties, as assigned.
In addition to the general Professor of Practice expectations
(teaching, mentoring, service, and industry engagement), the
faculty member will:
• Teach undergraduate courses in Industrial Technology, with a
focus on applied topics such as welding, fluid power,
manufacturing, metrology, and safety.
Assist in coordinating and mentoring senior projects, including
industry-sponsored
• and multidisciplinary projects.
• Develop and deliver hands-on, project-based learning experiences
that prepare students for real-world industrial technology roles,
emphasizing professional practice, teamwork, communication, and
ethical responsibility.
• Support student organizations and competition teams through
mentorship, technical guidance, and project oversight.
• Engage with industry partners to create opportunities for
experiential learning, guest lectures, capstone sponsorship, and
student internships or co-op placements.
• Contribute to curriculum development in areas related to design,
manufacturing, workplace communication, and professional
practice.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service
activities, including committees, outreach, and recruitment
events.
• Assist in assessment and accreditation efforts, including
documentation and continuous improvement of ATMAE-aligned learning
outcomes.
• Promote a culture of safety and professionalism in lab-based
courses and team environments, ensuring students adhere to best
practices in industrial technology processes.
• Remain current with industry trends and tools, integrating
relevant software, hardware, and practices into instructional
content to ensure workforce readiness.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Earned master’s degree in Industrial Technology or its equivalent
in professional achievement with at least 18 graduate hours in a
relevant discipline.
• Three or more years of industry, government, or applied research
experience in applied industrial technology fields.
• Strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to
work effectively with diverse groups of students.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Professional experience in one or more of the following
areas:
o Welding technologies (GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, cutting processes,
welding codes)
o Industrial fluid power systems (hydraulics/pneumatics)
o CAD/CAM, CNC machining, automated manufacturing systems
o Industrial metrology, precision measurement, quality
systems
o Safety program administration and OSHA regulatory
compliance
• Teaching experience in higher education, technical training, or
industry based professional development.
• Experience managing or operating welding labs, machine shops, or
industrial safety environments.
• Professional certifications such as AWS, OSHA 30/510, fluid power
certification, or manufacturing/industry credentials.
• Demonstrated success collaborating with industry partners on
workforce, instructional, or applied research initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Comprehensive understanding of welding theory, processes, codes,
and inspection techniques.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial fluid power
systems.
• In depth understanding of machining, materials processing,
CAD/CAM, and manufacturing workflows.
• Familiarity with industrial safety principles, hazard
recognition, OSHA compliance, and safety program design.
• Understanding of metrology principles, measurement systems, and
production system analysis.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and teach with welding equipment,
machine tools, metrology instruments, and fluid power
trainers.
• Proficiency with relevant industrial software tools (e.g.,
CAD/CAM packages, Autodesk suite, CNC programming tools).
• Strong communication, presentation, and mentoring skills.
• Skill in designing labs, projects, and learning experiences that
simulate real world
• industrial environments.
• Ability to effectively teach students with varying levels of
technical background.
• Ability to ensure strict safety standards in welding,
manufacturing, and fluid power labs.
• Ability to collaborate with industry partners to align curriculum
with workforce needs.
• Ability to integrate current and emerging technologies into
instruction.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Traditional office environment.
Instructions for Applying:
All applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and
submit:
1. A cover letter specifically addressing one’s qualifications and
readiness for the position
2. A curriculum vitae
3. The names, phone numbers and email addresses of three
professional references who can address the suitability of the
applicant for the position
4. Copies of college transcripts. (Official transcripts are
required upon employment). Note: Any social security numbers
included on requested transcripts should be redacted prior to
submitting online.”
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution.
Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or
activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy,
religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation,
genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status
to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal
opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office
of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O.
6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
What do I do if I need an accommodation?
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a
disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to
apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please
contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu .
If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the
Department of Human Resources Management at (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu . Upon
request, sections of this job listing are available in large print,
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