General Statement
The instructor will teach approximately 24 credit hours of lecture/laboratory courses per academic year. Courses assigned will be in Diesel Technology or Agricultural Mechanics Technology, and may include, but is not limited to fuel systems, electrical/electronic systems, powertrains, chassis, air conditioning, and agricultural equipment.

Academic and career advising will be a responsibility associated with this position. In addition, the hire will be involved in curriculum development, program growth, program assessment and working with an advisory board. Academic responsibilities will also include serving on campus committees, involvement in campus activities and serving as an ambassador and collegiate member of the College of Technical Sciences.
Duties and Responsibilities
The instructor will teach approximately 24 credit hours of lecture/laboratory courses per academic year. Courses assigned will be in Diesel Technology or Agricultural Mechanics Technology, and may include, but is not limited to fuel systems, electrical/electronic systems, powertrains, chassis, air conditioning, and agricultural equipment.
Academic and career advising will be a responsibility associated with this position. In addition, the hire will be involved in curriculum development, program growth, program assessment and working with an advisory board. Academic responsibilities will also include serving on campus committees, involvement in campus activities and serving as an ambassador and collegiate member of the College of Technical Sciences.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Diesel Technology, a technical or a related field with increasing responsibility and experience demonstrated.
Industry experience in the Diesel Technology and or Agricultural Mechanics field.
Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communications.
Note: Master’s degree will be required for tenure. Bachelor’s Degree in diesel or related field will be required to be considered for an assistant professor.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Demonstrated recent industry work experience with a strong background in electrical/electronics, hydraulics, brakes, suspensions, automatic transmissions, engines, and air conditioning, powertrains and agricultural equipment in the diesel or agriculture industry
Demonstrated experience with grain harvesting equipment, tractors, forage implements, sprayers, tillage, and planting implements
Demonstrated strength in interpersonal skills and attributes
Experience and willingness to embrace new technologies
The Successful Candidate Will
Special Requirements
A teaching demonstration by the candidate will be required as a part of the interview process.
Physical Demands
Physical demands associated with this position include the ability to work in an office, classroom or lab environment with or without reasonable accommodations.
The Program
Our program provides students with a balanced, detail-oriented education that not only teaches the principles and systems used in the industry, but also includes hands-on training on a wide variety of industry-standard machines and equipment. Through this well-rounded, in-depth program, Northern graduates receive a technically sound education that can open doors literally all over the world. Visit this webpage for videos, academic maps and related links about the Diesel Technology Program, http://www.msun.edu/academics/cots/program-Diesel.aspx.
The Department
Northern’s Bachelor of Science in Diesel Technology is recognized nationally as the premier program for diesel technicians who are aiming for a career in the industry, from a technician through to a management position. Learn more at the department webpage: http://www.msun.edu/academics/cots/program-Diesel.aspx.
The College
The College of Technical Sciences offers an array of technical degree programs under a unique umbrella which makes the school one of a kind in North America.

Certificate, Associate, and Bachelor’s degrees in the Business Administration, Engineering and Technology, Mechanics, and the Trades
Programs in Workforce Development and Apprenticeship Related Training
Technical programs blended with liberal arts and general education all on the same campus
Professors and professional staff who are dedicated and understand education as well as industry needs
Cutting edge research in “Advanced Bio-Fuels”
Multiple program minors, emphases, and options that can respond to industries current needs
Technical programs matched with computer studies, business, electronics, design, and education