Adjunct-Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Mining Engineering and Management (BMIT Sales)

Institution

South Dakota Mines

Working Title

Adjunct-Instructor, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer of Mining Engineering and Management (BMIT Sales)

Posting Number

F01968P

Department

SDSMT-Mining Engineering & Management

Physical Location of Position (City)

Rapid City

Posting Text

The Mining Engineering and Management department at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology seeks exceptional candidates to teach sales courses in the Business Management in Technology (BMIT) program for the spring 2027 semester. The position may continue semester-by-semester, depending upon performance, department need, funding, and student enrollment. This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited position. The ideal candidate will have an earned master’s degree in business, engineering, or a closely related field, or be nearing completion of such a degree. Candidates should possess relevant professional experience in sales, sales management, sales technology, business development, or related fields. Experience may include industry practice, consulting, training, teaching, or other demonstrated expertise in the subject matter. Previous experience teaching online, in person, or facilitating training using a learning management system is preferred. Candidates who have successfully completed graduate-level coursework in sales, business, engineering management, or related disciplines and can demonstrate strong communication and instructional skills are encouraged to apply. Expectations will include teaching both undergraduate and graduate-level courses. To Apply: Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or [email protected]. Review of applications will begin November 4, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Posting Date

10/20/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

First Consideration Date

11/04/2026

Duration of the Term

Other

If Other, describe duration

semester-by-semester

Appointment Percent

20% per 3 cr hrs

Proposed Rank

Instructor

Appointment Type

Temporary

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Campus Information:Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment. The South Dakota Mines Strategic Plan can be found here. Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state’s second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.

Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Memory, Pace-fast, Perform calculations

Please designate the physical requirements of this position

Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting light, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.

Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.

Classroom Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below)

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

This is a virtual class.

Master's degree in business, engineering, or related field; professional experience in sales or business development; teaching experience preferred; strong communication and instructional skills; background check required.

Key Responsibilities

• teaching sales courses
• facilitating online learning
• grading coursework

Skills & Tools

learning management system

Job Details

• Category: Education services
• Seniority: No Prior Experience Required
• Commitment: Part Time, Temporary
• Workplace: Remote — Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
• Languages: English

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Retirement plan

About South Dakota Mines

A public university offering STEM degrees and research opportunities. — Industry: Education

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