Open Rank/Tenure Track Faculty in Mechanical Engineering

Open Faculty Positions - Drury University MyDrury Email Canvas OneLogin Drury Today About Drury Academic Calendar Additional Departments Alumni Athletics Bookstore Directory Dual Credit Giving to Drury Library Military Office of Student Support Services Recreation Facility Hours Safety & Security Student Services & Resources Venues at Drury Working at Drury MyDrury Email Canvas OneLogin Drury Today Open Faculty Positions Drury University > Academic Affairs > Open Faculty Positions Drury University is a mid-sized private liberal arts institution located in Springfield, Missouri, with approximately 3,000 students, including 1,400 traditional undergraduates, 1,200 adult learners, and 250 graduate students, supported by 110 full-time faculty members. Known for its student-centered approach and rigorous academic environment, Drury emphasizes professional development and offers numerous clubs and organizations to prepare students for successful careers. As a member of the New American Colleges and Universities, Drury is frequently recognized by national publications for its high-quality programs, solidifying its reputation as the premier private university in the Midwest for students seeking a liberal arts education with professional integration. Established in 1873, the university has been a catalyst for transformative educational experiences in the region.

Located in Springfield’s largest historic district, the university benefits from a vibrant metro area with a rich array of attractions, dining, shopping, and cultural activities. Springfield is also known for its beautiful scenery, a growing job market, excellent schools, and health care. Drury prides itself on being an inclusive community that embraces diversity and fosters an environment where all individuals feel valued and respected, without discrimination based on personal characteristics or background. Drury University is an open and welcoming community from a rich variety of cultures, races, and socio-economic backgrounds.

The mission and goals of the university dedicate the institution to being a community which “affirms the quality and worth of all peoples” and appreciates the “diversity of human culture, language, history and experience.” Drury University does not discriminate based on disability, race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, or veteran status in its programs and activities. Tenure Track Openings Assistant Professor of Architecture in Integrated Design and Building Technology The Hammons School of Architecture (HSA) at Drury University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Architecture Integrated Design and Building Technology whose teaching and scholarly work focus on the integration of contemporary design technology in teaching and scholarship. This full-time, tenure-track position starts August 2026. HSA seeks talented individuals who advance architectural pedagogy, discourse, and practice through technological innovation.

In particular, candidates must demonstrate experience or promise of excellence in teaching upper-level design studios with an emphasis on systems integration and an aspirational design of buildings. They should also be capable of leading a building systems concentration area that engages building performance, environmental modeling, and ecological design. The successful candidate will join a faculty of colleagues dedicated to the craft of teaching and the preparation of design leaders. The individual will play a key role in furthering the school’s mission of design excellence through relevant scholarship and innovative educational contributions to the university and the disciplines of architecture.

The successful candidate must hold a professional degree in architecture and a graduate degree in architecture or an allied field. Candidates with teaching and/or professional experience and a path towards licensure are desirable. Candidates should have an articulated line of inquiry with the potential to advance disciplinary knowledge. Integral to this position are contributions in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Ideal candidates exhibit the ability to effectively teach upper-level integrated design studios and building systems core courses. The ability to develop a credible dossier of peer-reviewed scholarship through recognized design work, publication, research, exhibitions, funding or other means is expected. HSA offers a NAAB-accredited, first-professional, M.Arch. degree in the context of a small private liberal arts university. The school has a historical and ongoing commitment to providing exemplary professional preparation within a broad and interdisciplinary curriculum recognized for fostering critical thinking and skilled stewardship.

All HSA students study abroad, participate in professional internships, and attain minors and/or certificates that construct an individualized path through a uniquely interconnected program. Drury University has a long record of effective engagement and activism in the Ozarks. Founded in 1873, the University is in Springfield, Missouri—the center of a metropolitan area approaching 500,000 in population. Additional information about Drury University, the Hammons School of Architecture, and the Springfield area can be found at https://www.drury.edu/ , https://www.drury.edu/architecture/ , and https://www.springfieldmo.org/ , respectively.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Applications shall be emailed (in pdf format, under 20 MB) to Professor Keith Hedges, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected] and include: letter of interest addressing qualifications, scholarship focus, teaching pedagogy, and vision for design education. current curriculum vitae portfolio of personal and/or student design work, any group work shall have individual accountability clearly articulated. contact information for three references; letters of recommendations are required as a condition of hire. Assistant Professor of Mathematics & Computer Science The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science seeks two (2) full-time tenure-track assistant professors who wish to join a collegial department whose members share a passion for undergraduate education in computer science and mathematics. Successful candidates will develop and teach core undergraduate computer science courses beginning in the fall of 2027.

Our preference is for applicants to have completed a Ph.D. in computer science or a related area such as mathematics by the start date and to begin at the rank of Assistant Professor. The department aims to stimulate curiosity surrounding computing within a spirit of fellowship and a learning community in which students are able to develop their mathematical/analytical and comput- ing abilities to their full potential. We invite applications from educators passionate about foundational computer science education. Our department values diverse perspectives and specialties, and we welcome candidates whose expertise extends beyond the core curriculum into other areas of interest.

While core instruction is the primary focus, we strongly encourage applicants with expertise in diverse or emerging specialty areas to apply. Job duties include teaching and advising students, service to the department and university, and scholarly activity. A record of outstanding teaching and commitment to undergraduate education are required. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by November 6, 2026.

To apply, candidates will need to upload the following materials: Letter of Application: In letters of application, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to a learning community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values, and their commitment to such students’ success. Curriculum vitae Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable, official transcripts will be requested upon job offer) Teaching statement Research statement Names and email contact information for three professional references (references will only be contacted for final candidates). Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor Bob Roberston, at [email protected] or 417-873-6973. Open Rank/Tenure Track Faculty in Electrical Engineering Open Rank/Tenure Track Faculty in Electrical Engineering 2026-2027 The Engineering Department at Drury University is searching for adventurous spirits to join a small team building new mechanical and electrical engineering programs.

Drury University is a small undergraduate-focused liberal arts school in Springfield, Missouri, that welcomed its first engineering students in Fall 2024. We are seeking faculty with a passion for teaching undergraduates and a willingness to teach a variety of undergraduate electrical engineering topics. While candidates from any electrical engineering discipline are welcome to apply, preference will be given to those who have a background in and enthusiasm for teaching analog electronics (including teaching relevant software design tools and introductory PCB layout) or embedded systems/digital design. Preference will also be given to candidates whose interest areas are distinct from existing faculty strengths in signals and systems, controls, and numerical methods.

Requirements include doctorate and baccalaureate degrees in electrical engineering or a closely related field. (Doctorate must be complete by the start of employment.) Essential job functions include teaching and advising students; service to the department, University, and professional communities; and professional development. We welcome applications for tenure-track positions from candidates at any rank (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) to begin fall (August) 2026 or spring (January) 2027. Applicants please submit: A cover letter which includes your proposed start date (August 2026 or January 2027) and identifies the area that is closest to your teaching passion (analog electronics, embedded systems/digital design, or other). A statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to promoting student success through teaching, professional activity, and/or service.

This statement should also discuss your teaching philosophy and accomplishments, while demonstrating that you share our passion for teaching and mentoring undergraduate students. A statement that discusses your professional development objectives. Professional development may include scholarship in all its forms, including the scholarships of discovery, integration, and application. A current curriculum vitae.

Finalist candidates will also be asked to provide contact information for at least three (3) professional references capable of commenting on the appropriateness of your candidacy at Drury University. Additional information on Drury and the Engineering Department is available from drury.edu/engineering . Review of applications will begin on Monday May 11, 2026. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applications: Please email online applications/resumes to Shoba Lepakshaiah at [email protected] . Contact Dr. Bob Throne at [email protected] for questions.

EEO/AA Open Rank/Tenure Track Faculty in Mechanical Engineering The Engineering Department at Drury University is searching for adventurous spirits to join a small team building new mechanical and electrical engineering programs. Drury University is a small undergraduate-focused liberal arts school in Springfield, Missouri that welcomed its first engineering students in Fall 2024. We are seeking faculty with a passion for teaching undergraduates and a willingness to teach a variety of undergraduate mechanical engineering topics. While candidates from any mechanical engin