Assistant Professor; Automotive

Description

The School of Automotive at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking qualified applicants for one tenure‑track Assistant Professor faculty position starting August 11, 2026. This position requires teaching technical undergraduate automotive courses, conducting research within the field of study, and providing service to the profession, students, and University. Review of applications will begin January 15, 2026; applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

• Carry an approved teaching load and maintain appropriate office hours.
• Conduct research to broaden the body of knowledge in the discipline.
• Provide service to the profession and university.
• Manage classrooms, laboratories, tools, equipment, and other resources utilized.
• Provide educational and professionally related assistance to prospective and enrolled students.
• Engage in indirect instruction to support student learning and retention.
• Keep students apprised of grades as the semester progresses and enter final grades electronically within specified deadlines.
• Participate in professional associations, service, and outreach activities related to the discipline.
• Participate in program development, quality assurance and assessment duties as required.
• Remain abreast of recent developments and practices in the industry.
• Obtain and/or maintain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification(s) in assigned teaching areas if required.
• Obtain and/or maintain training and credentials necessary for Program Accreditation.
• Comply with Program quality assurance and assessment requirements.
• Comply with all University and College policies and procedures.
• Comply with all School guidelines.
• Engage in other School assignments as determined by the School Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned Master's degree in management, business, education, automotive, engineering, or a closely related discipline, is required by the time of appointment.
• A minimum three (3) years of related experience in the automotive or mobility industries.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential for conducting and pursuing independent, externally funded research.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are required.

Submit a letter of application, CV, and three references.

Andrew Croxell, dcroxell

Due to the newly established $100,000 fee for H-1B petitions requesting consular processing outside of the U.S., Southern Illinois University is unable to provide H-1B sponsorship at this time for any prospective applicant who is outside of the U.S. and requires consular processing.

The Southern Illinois University School of Automotive is recognized as the nation's leading Automotive Technology Program. At the forefront of advanced vehicle systems, electric and hybrid technologies, and cutting‑edge diagnostics, our program partners with top industry leaders to ensure students and staff stay ahead of the curve. This is your chance to work in a state‑of‑the‑art facility, collaborate with world‑class educators and inspire the technicians and innovators of tomorrow.

• Access to the latest automotive technologies, tools, and training resources
• Opportunities to collaborate directly with major industry manufacturers and research partners
• A dynamic, supportive team committed to excellence and innovation.

Whether you're an experienced instructor, a master technician, or an automotive visionary, we want you to bring your expertise and passion to the nation's premier program driving the future of mobility. New faculty in the College of Health and Human Sciences are offered competitive startup packages, including research assistant support, course releases, and summer salary designed to jumpstart research scholarship. Our research programs encompass departmental, campus, community, and national/international collaborations.

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