Assistant/Associate Professor of Engineering

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s College of Humanities and Sciences seeks qualified faculty for its Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics Department beginning in late July of 2023, with initial appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience.  UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated teacher-scholars to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society. 

The Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics Department offers a general engineering degree accredited by ABET EAC with emphases in mechanical and electrical engineering. The department offers a high-quality undergraduate program through personal interaction with our students and adoption of best practices in engineering education. The department seeks applicants who are passionate about teaching and mentoring undergraduate engineering students. 

UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, an historic town of 22,000 in the heart of central  Texas. Nearby cities are Temple (7 miles), Waco (42 miles), Austin (60 miles), San Antonio (130  miles) and Dallas/Ft. Worth (130 miles). Excellent schools, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life are hallmarks of the local community. 

Faculty Responsibilities: Activities required of all faculty include exemplary teaching,  curriculum development, student recruitment and advising, professional attainment, and service to department, college, university, and the community. 

Specific Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate courses in introductory engineering and advanced engineering courses. The teaching load is typically 12 hours per long semester. 

Qualifications:  

Required: 

• Doctorate in Engineering is required (preferably from an ABET accredited institution).  ABD will be considered. Tenure-track status requires terminal degree in hand.
• Excellent teaching and communication skills, a dedication to professional attainment,  and commitment to quality improvement are essential.  
• Must be an active, committed Christian.

Preferred: 

• Applicants with electrical or mechanical engineering degrees, but related fields will be considered.  
• Applicants with experience teaching engineering design or a strong record of developing undergraduate research experiences.  

Salaries & Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including medical and dental insurance, retirement plan with match and UMHB tuition benefits for employees and their dependents. 

TO APPLY: Visit www.umhb.edu/careers for more details and to apply. Please submit a cover letter,  CV, transcript copies, and evidence of quality teaching performance with your online application.  Your letter of interest should also respond to UMHB’s mission and values, found at http://about.umhb.edu/our-mission. In addition, include in one page or less, a description of your own Christian beliefs and commitments. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.