Professor of Engineering or Physics (any rank)

University of Austin (UATX); Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Austin (UATX) is seeking full-time faculty for the Center for Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and a strong commitment to teaching undergraduate courses and conducting research.

The position invites interdisciplinary collaboration and supports UATX's mission of civil discourse. Qualified individuals should exhibit a record of teaching excellence and a passion for mentoring students. Applications will begin for positions starting in Summer 2026.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a STEM discipline, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Strong commitment to UATX's mission of free inquiry, open debate, and intellectual diversity.

Responsibilities

• Teach a full load of six quarter-length courses per year.
• Participate actively in faculty meetings and campus events.
• Mentor students with an interest in STEM.
• Advance UATX's mission of civil discourse.

Skills

Excellence in teaching

Research skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in a STEM discipline

Job description

The Center for Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (CSTEM) at the University of Austin invites applications and nominations for full-time faculty (any rank). Applicants should have a strong interest in teaching undergraduate STEM courses and conducting research. As a new university, we seek to hire faculty at all levels, with particular needs for faculty specialized in engineering and physics. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with interdisciplinary collaboration and quantitative rigor. Qualified candidates should have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline or a degree conferred by the start date.

Responsibilities

• Teach a full load of six quarter-length courses per year (typically two per term), contributing to the development of undergraduate syllabi for core courses and bringing creativity and breadth of knowledge to classroom design.
• Participate actively in faculty meetings, guest lectures, and campus events, helping to sustain and enrich the university's intellectual life.
• Mentor students with an interest in STEM, guiding their academic development and plans.
• Advance UATX's mission of civil discourse by fostering an environment of open inquiry in both teaching and research, modeling academic freedom and respectful debate.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a STEM discipline, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Strong commitment to UATX's mission of free inquiry, open debate, and intellectual diversity.

Appointment & Support

This is a full-time faculty position, open rank (assistant, associate, or full professor), with a start date as early as Summer 2026. While UATX does not offer tenure, this line carries a comparable expectation of long-term stability.

Applicants Should Submit

• Cover letter describing interest in the position and alignment with UATX's mission.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references.
• Writing sample or published research.
• Optional: teaching portfolio, evidence of teaching excellence, or other materials relevant to classroom experience.