Assistant Professor in Engineering Technology (Finance)
Department: Computer Sci & Engr Technology Salary: $75,000 - $80,000
Description:
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering Technology at the University of Houston - Downtown (UHD) invites applications for one tenure-track Assistant Professor to teach in the Engineering Technology programs. We are seeking outstanding candidates with industrial experience and expertise in chemical process engineering, environmental engineering, process automation and control systems, or piping engineering. Candidates with a chemical engineering/engineering technology, environmental engineering/engineering technology, electrical engineering/engineering technology or mechanical engineering/engineering technology terminal degree will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with professional licenses and certifications. The appointment will start in Fall 2026.
Candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate engineering technology courses, establish an externally funded research program, and provide service and leadership to the campus and the professional community.
Note: This position does not support the computer science or cybersecurity program of the department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence
• Demonstrate a commitment to research/scholarship excellence
• Demonstrate a commitment to service excellence
• Prepare and teach undergraduate engineering technology courses using different modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, online)
• Advise and mentor students
• Play an active role in facilitating job opportunities for students by establishing and maintaining industry contacts
• Demonstrate a commitment to program review, assessment, and accreditation activities
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the program and the department
Required Qualifications:
• A doctoral degree in engineering or engineering technology with a focus in chemical, environmental, electrical, or mechanical engineering/engineering technology
Preferred Qualifications:
• At least, three years of consecutive and verifiable industrial experience in the United States
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong publication record
• Potential for teaching at the university level
• Potential for grant writing
• Professional licenses and certifications
• Experience in curriculum development and improvement
• Experience in program review and accreditation such as ABET
The Application Package:
To be considered, a complete application package (see below) must be submitted:
• A cover letter
• A current curriculum vita
• Teaching Statement: a description of teaching experience and interests, discussing philosophy as well as modern pedagogies used or explored, and mentoring experience
• Research statement and selected publications
• Unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended
• The names of three references. References will be asked to submit a letter of recommendation only if a candidate advances to an on-campus interview. Please note that your references will submit their confidential letters directly to the UHD Careers System www.uhd.edu/careers
To receive full consideration, the complete application should be received by December 15, 2025. The committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.
To apply please go to www.uhd.edu/careers
For more information about this posting please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at jobs@uhd.edu
Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of final candidate.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
