Lecturer - Systems Engineering

Duties

The responsibilities include (1) teaching three courses relevant to the program in Industrial and Systems Engineering per semester or equivalent course development duties as determined by the ISE Department Chair and (2) contributing to service and administrative tasks as required in the department.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Hold a Ph.D. in systems engineering, industrial engineering, or other closely related engineering fields.
• Excellence in teaching.
• Thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Work effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• A strong commitment to engineering education through experiential learning.
• Outstanding communication skills.

Terms

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-track position. Appointments are made on an annual 9-month basis, and salary commensurate with experience. Reappointment will be based on the availability of funds.

Department

The ISE Department has 24 full-time faculty members and approximately 900 students enrolled in bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. The department is experiencing rapid growth in both research activity and student enrollment. Faculty have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the university and in the Houston community in areas including supply chain, logistics, transportation, energy, power systems, resilience, smart cities, sustainability, and manufacturing.

University

The University of Houston is a Carnegie-designated Tier One public research university and the flagship institution of the UH System. With more than 47,000 students, UH is one of the largest research universities in the nation and is consistently recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and community engagement. The university maintains strong collaborations with the world-renowned Texas Medical Center, NASA’s Johnson Space Center, and Houston’s energy, healthcare, and technology industries. Faculty enjoy access to outstanding research facilities, opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration, and strong support for securing competitive external funding.

City of Houston

The University of Houston is situated in the nation’s fourth-largest city. Houston is the energy capital of the world and home to leading firms in engineering, construction, technology, biomedical industries, and NASA’s Johnson Space Center, as well as the Texas Medical Center. The region offers a dynamic economy, major league sports, and year-round outdoor activities.

Application

Candidates are required to submit 1) cover letter highlighting the candidate’s strengths and interest in the position, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement on teaching philosophy, and 4) the names of three professional references. To apply, please go to https://www.uh.edu/human-resources/careers/ and complete your online application.