Assistant Professor of Engineering - Tenure-track

Southwestern University; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Engineering to begin in August 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to program assessment and the ABET accreditation process for the new B.S. in Engineering, teaching five courses per year and advising.

We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in engineering (ABD considered with degree completed by Aug 1, 2027) and a record or potential for undergraduate mentorship and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in engineering required; ABD considered if the degree is completed by Aug 1, 2027.
• Experience or potential in undergraduate research mentorship and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Interest in ABET accreditation processes for a new B.S. in Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Teach a five-course load per year, plus departmental duties and advising.
• Contribute to program assessment and ABET accreditation activities.
• Develop two specialty courses in area of interest and engage undergraduates in research.

Skills

Teaching

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Advising

Program assessment

Education

Ph.D. in engineering

ABD considered; degree by Aug 1, 2027

Job description

About Us

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.

At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.

Position Overview

Southwestern University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Engineering to begin in August 2027. Southwestern University is actively pursuing ABET accreditation for its newly launched B.S. in Engineering. The successful candidate will join a small, collaborative engineering faculty and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to program assessment, continuous improvement, and the ABET accreditation process of this general engineering degree.

The University’s standard teaching load is five courses a year, along with departmental responsibilities, advising, university service, and participation in the University’s First-Year Seminar Program. Candidates will be expected to teach introductory-level physics and engineering courses as well as upper-level engineering courses. The candidate will be encouraged to develop two specialty courses in their specific area of interest. Candidates must be committed to excellence in teaching undergraduate courses and interdisciplinary collaboration. For more information regarding the Department of Physics & Engineering please visit https://www.southwestern.edu/engineering .

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in an engineering discipline. ABD candidates will be considered, but the degree must be completed by August 1, 2027.
• We welcome candidates with research programs in any engineering area that can engage undergraduate researchers. Programs aligned with advanced manufacturing (advanced CAD, rapid prototyping, etc.), systems design, and control systems are particularly encouraged.
• Prior experience with ABET-accredited engineering programs — as a student, faculty member, or in another capacity — is preferred but not required.

Starting annual salary for 9-month position:

$80,000. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed this figure. Teaching in Southwestern University summer school provides faculty with an opportunity to supplement their income during the summer months. Tenure-track faculty typically conduct research with undergraduate students during the summer, and their income can be supplemented through competitive Southwestern Undergraduate Research with Faculty (SURF) funding.

All individuals hired are required to complete the federal employment eligibility verification process as required by applicable law.

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