Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Computer Science or Cyber Engineering

Position Summary

This is a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. Due to a generous scholarship, the Department of Engineering is experiencing tremendous growth and positions may be available as early as January of 2026, with more to follow in the Fall of 2026 or later. The position offers a unique opportunity to provide leadership in building an innovative engineering and computer science program and the prominence of the College of Science and Engineering and of the University.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project-based fundamental and advanced courses.
• Design and teach courses and labs in computer science or cyber engineering.
• Engage in student advising, student organizations, assessment and accreditation activities, and committee responsibilities.
• Participate in professional development of students and maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have completed a Ph.D. in Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience developing and teaching project-based curricula.
• Knowledge of the current practices and research pertaining to innovative undergraduate curricula.
• Commitment to quality teaching in a Christian university.
• Background in operating systems, systems programming, theory of automata and formal languages is preferred.
• Knowledge of industry best practices, and cybersecurity design and engineering, is also desired.

The College of Science and Engineering at HCU

The vision of the College of Science and Engineering at HCU is to be a leader in the world at integrating fundamental principles of science, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) with historic Christian values and standards to serve God and humanity. This uniquely positions HCU as a preparer of ethical and highly qualified talent for the workforce, the community, and the world.

Additional Information

• Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts university dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals.
• HCU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
• Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith.
• The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University, Scripture and a Christian Worldview, and the Ten Pillars Core Convictions of HCU set forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify as an essential function of their employment at the University.

Disclaimer

Background checks are performed for every new hire. If your application is selected to continue in our hiring process, you will be required to submit a background check form authorizing this screening. If you decline, your application may be denied. By proceeding with the online application, you understand and accept this process.