Adjunct Faculty Position – Drilling Engineering - (496403 )

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time adjunct faculty member for the Department of Petroleum Engineering at the University of Houston. The role involves teaching Drilling Engineering I and preparing course materials.

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering and have relevant industry experience. This position offers a flexible semester-by-semester appointment, contingent upon performance and institutional needs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering.
• Industry experience in the oil & gas sector, especially in drilling engineering.
• Prior university-level teaching experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate PETR 3318 Drilling Engineering I.
• Prepare course materials and deliver lectures.
• Assess student performance.

Skills

Industry experience in the oil & gas sector

Teaching in drilling engineering

Education

Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering

Job description

Overview

The Department of Petroleum Engineering at the Cullen College of Engineering, University of Houston, seeks a part‑time adjunct faculty for Fall 2026 in the area of Drilling Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate PETR 3318 Drilling Engineering I, including its lab component.
• Prepare course materials, deliver lectures, and assess student performance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering.
• Industry experience in the oil & gas sector, especially in drilling engineering.
• Prior university‑level teaching or delivery of courses in drilling engineering is highly desirable.

Attachments Needed

• Unofficial transcripts.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Short statement outlining previous/current teaching/research experience related to drilling engineering.

Job Details

Adjunct faculty appointments are semester‑by‑semester and may be renewed based on institutional needs and satisfactory performance. Candidates must have a home address in Texas for the duration of their appointments. Official transcripts are required upon selection.

EEO Statement

The University of Houston System is an Equal Opportunity Institution. Applications from all qualified individuals are encouraged.