Assistant Professor of Mining Engineering

Institution: Colorado School of Mines
Location: Golden, CO
Start Date: August 2026
Salary Range: $85,000 – $96,000

Position Overview

The Mining Engineering Department at Colorado School of Mines invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor to support the delivery of the ABET-accredited BS program in Mining Engineering. The department encourages innovation in teaching and has developed effective methods of instruction from introductory through advanced levels. The successful candidate will join a faculty of 13 full-time members and support courses in the core undergraduate curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver undergraduate courses and associated labs (up to 12 credit-hours per semester), using evidence-based instructional practices. Courses may include rock mechanics, surface and underground mine design, and mineral processing.

• Lead course and curriculum development, including updating course materials, aligning learning outcomes, developing instructional labs/assignments, and supporting program assessment and ABET accreditation.

• Mentor and advise undergraduate students; supervise and mentor teaching assistants.

• Contribute to department, university, and professional communities through service consistent with a teaching-focused appointment.

• Develop and teach graduate courses as needed.

• Participate in assessment, accreditation, and program evaluation processes.

• Engage with industry partners and stakeholders to enhance teaching and program objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mining Engineering or a closely related field.

• Demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate or professional courses in mining engineering or related disciplines.

• Ability to contribute to undergraduate teaching, curriculum development, and assessment.

• Collaborative work experience with faculty, staff, and students.

• Ability to support and mentor students.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching undergraduate, graduate, and professional courses.

• Experience supervising or mentoring teaching assistants.

• Experience with curriculum coordination, accreditation, or program assessment.

• Relevant industry or practical experience in mining or related engineering fields.

Department Overview

• Ranked #1 Mineral and Mining Engineering Program globally (QS World University Rankings 2016-2025).

• Faculty includes 10 tenured/tenure-track, 1 teaching assistant professor, 2 professors of practice, research faculty, and technical staff.

• Approximately 180–190 undergraduates and 70–80 graduate students.

• Programs: ABET-accredited BS in Mining Engineering; MS and PhD in Mining Engineering, Earth Resources Science and Engineering, Underground Construction and Tunnel Engineering; online Professional Master’s in Mining Engineering and Management.

• Facilities: Edgar Experimental Mine, Explosives Research Laboratory, Earth Mechanics Institute, EMCIS training and outreach program, advanced laboratories for mineral processing, extractive metallurgy, field studies, Mintec Computer Lab, virtual reality and visualization lab.

• More info: https://mining.mines.edu/

Benefits

• Flexible health and dental options

• 13 paid holidays per year (including winter break)

• Fully vested retirement plan with generous employer contribution

• Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50% discount for dependents)

• Free RTD Ecopass for Denver Metro transportation

• Access to fitness, outdoor recreation, and campus daycare

Full benefits information: https://mines.edu/human-resources/benefits

Application Instructions

• Applicants must submit online:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Cover letter expressing interest

  • Teaching statement (up to 3 pages) describing hands-on, project-based, and online teaching experience

• Questions: Dorie Gelber, Human Resources – dorie.gelber@mines.edu

Additional Information

• Reasonable Accommodations: Available for applicants with disabilities per ADA and ADA Amendments Act. Contact hr@mines.edu or 303.273.3250.

• Background Check: Required for employment.

• Equal Opportunity: Colorado School of Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender identity/expression, ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or military service.

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