Description:

The Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering in the Cullen College of Engineering at the University of Houston (UH) invites applications for a non-tenure-track teaching position at the Instructional Assistant or Instructional Associate Professor level in Engineering Management, beginning in Fall 2026. We seek energetic candidates with a strong passion for engineering education in the broader areas of industrial and systems engineering.

Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in industrial and systems engineering, business, or a closely related field with emphasis in Engineering Management (EM). The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, thrive in a collaborative environment, and work effectively with multiple stakeholders. Candidates should have a strong commitment to engineering education through experiential learning and possess outstanding communication skills.

Duties: It is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-track position. The responsibilities include (1) teaching three courses relevant to the program in EM per semester or equivalent course development duties as determined by the ISE Department chair, and (2) contributing to service and administrative tasks as required in the department.

The Department: The ISE Department has 24 full-time faculty members and approximately 900 students enrolled in bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. The department is experiencing rapid growth in both research activity and student enrollment. Faculty have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the university and in the Houston community in areas including supply chain, logistics, transportation, energy, power systems, resilience, smart cities, sustainability, and manufacturing.

The University: UH is a Carnegie-designated Tier One public research university and the flagship institution of the UH System. With more than 47,000 students, UH is consistently recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and community engagement. The university maintains strong collaborations with the world-renowned Texas Medical Center, NASA’s Johnson Space Center, and Houston’s energy, healthcare, and technology industries. Faculty enjoy access to outstanding research facilities, opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration, and strong support for securing competitive external funding.

The City of Houston: Located on a 600-acre campus near downtown, the University of Houston is situated in the nation’s fourth-largest city. Houston is the energy capital of the world and home to leading firms in engineering, construction, technology, biomedical industries, and NASA’s Johnson Space Center, as well as the Texas Medical Center. The region offers a dynamic economy, rich cultural life, major league sports, and year-round outdoor activities.

Application Submission: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled, with full consideration given to those received by December 1. Applicants should submit (1) a cover letter highlighting the candidate’s strengths and interest in the position, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching interest, and (4) names and contact information of three references. Please go to Prospective Faculty | Office of the Provost | University of Houston and complete your online application.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.