Lecturer - Biomedical Engineering

Department: Biomedical Engineering

About the role

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Houston is seeking applicants for a full-time, non-tenure-track, Lecturer position. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and, as appropriate, graduate courses in biomedical engineering based on departmental instructional needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach foundational biomedical engineering courses, laboratory courses, engineering design, and courses within the department’s specialized curricular areas in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.
• Develop course materials and assess student learning.
• Support laboratory or design-based instruction.
• Mentor students and participate in departmental service activities.

Requirements

• Earned Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related engineering or scientific field.
• Demonstrated academic preparation and subject-matter expertise necessary to teach courses assigned by the Department of Biomedical Engineering.
• Previous college-level teaching experience is preferred.
• Employees are expected to have a home address in the state of Texas for the duration of their appointments.

Application materials

• Letter of interest
• Current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts
• Teaching philosophy or statement (encouraged)
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (encouraged)
• Any other materials demonstrating qualifications for the position

A list of three references, official transcripts, and a criminal history check will be required upon selection. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas may be subject to regular security reviews.