Tenure-Track AI/ML Faculty — Research, Teaching, Impact

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering, beginning Fall 2027, with a focus on AI/ML. The successful candidate will establish or sustain a nationally recognized, externally funded research program; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; mentor students; and contribute to service across the department, college, and university.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• PhD by appointment date in ISE or closely related field.
• Strong potential for excellence in scholarship, teaching, and service and for securing competitive research funding.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and contribute to the department's teaching mission.

Responsibilities

• Establish or sustain a nationally recognized, externally funded research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Mentor students and contribute to professional, departmental, college, and university service.
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage with the broader Houston community.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching ability

Service contribution

Education

Ph.D. in Industrial & Systems Engineering or closely related field

Job description

The University of Houston invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering, beginning Fall 2027, with a focus on AI/ML. The successful candidate will establish or sustain a nationally recognized, externally funded research program; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; mentor students; and contribute to service across the department, college, and university.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D.