Associate Tenure-Track Professor – Engineering Technology

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for an Associate Professor Tenure-Track position in the Department of Engineering Technology. Join a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, and contribute to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth.

Tarleton State University spans four distinct campuses in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan, and Waco, with a robust online community extending its reach. The main campus in Stephenville offers a dynamic environment with a lively music scene, local festivals, and rich traditions.

Important Immigration Information: A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Tarleton State University will not cover this fee. Additionally, a moratorium on new H-1B filings in Texas, effective January 27, 2026, may impact employment sponsorship for candidates requiring visa support.

About the Role

This is a 9-month tenure-track position located on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM, or as required by teaching and operational needs. The position may involve teaching at various campus locations or through approved instructional modalities. The successful candidate will serve as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Responsibilities

• Teaching and Service (60%):
  • Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and laboratory courses to undergraduate and/or graduate students, including general education core curriculum.
  • Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments (exams, quizzes, papers, etc.).
  • Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate learning outcomes to inform teaching practices.
  • Engage students in active learning, critical thinking, and hands-on experiences.
  • Provide academic support through office hours, mentoring, and assignment feedback.
  • Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements.
  • Incorporate innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance student engagement.
  • Participate in professional development to stay current in the field.
  • Collaborate with colleagues on course coordination, program development, and institutional service (e.g., committees, recruitment, mentoring).
  • Support accreditation efforts for academic programs.
• Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity (40%):
  • Maintain an active research agenda appropriate to the discipline.
  • Contribute original scholarship through publications, presentations, or exhibitions.
  • Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline from an accredited university, with at least 18 graduate hours in the discipline.
• Five to ten years of industry experience in applicable field(s).
• Expertise in teaching hands-on laboratory courses in two or more of the following areas:
  • CNC machining
  • CAD
  • Industrial materials
  • Tooling
  • Metal foundry
  • Composites fabrication
  • Electrical and electronics fabrication
  • Electronic chip manufacturing
• Experience teaching face-to-face courses in manufacturing, with potential for online instruction.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Qualifications

• Distinguished record warranting a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate Professor, consistent with Texas A&M System guidance.
• Knowledge of disciplinary subject matter sufficient for graduate-level instruction.
• Ability to interact professionally with students, staff, and faculty.