Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure): Instructional Assistant Professor

Description

The Engineering Academic & Student Affairs office in the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University invites applications for one academic professional track (non-tenure accruing) faculty position with full-time effort at the rank of instructional assistant professor. This position is a 9-month appointment at the main campus in College Station, Texas, with an anticipated start date of September 14, 2026, although may start earlier The successful applicant will teach primarily at the undergraduate level and provide support for the development of the General Engineering (first-year) undergraduate program and curriculum; participate in all aspects of the department's activities; and serve the profession. The successful applicant will be responsible for the organization, delivery, evaluation and assessment of the engineering courses and student outcomes associated with those courses. The specific courses of responsibility are introductory computer programming with Python and mechanics and/or electricity and magnetism engineering physics. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

The mission of Engineering Academic and Student Affairs is, "To further the mission of the College of Engineering to recruit, retain and develop successful students to be leaders for the 21st Century."

To achieve this mission, we collaborate with students, faculty, staff, administrators and employers to:

• Promote multidisciplinary academic experiences for all college of engineering students, especially during the first year.
• Offer programs and support services to strengthen lifelong learning skills necessary for student success.
• Develop strategic partnerships for recruiting outstanding students.
• Provide opportunities for college of engineering students to become global leaders.

Texas A&M University is located in the twin cities of Bryan and College Station, Texas, with a population of more than 280,000, and is conveniently centrally located in a triangle formed by Dallas, Houston and Austin. Texas A&M has more than 74,000 graduate and undergraduate students enrolled at the College Station campus. Research expenditures total more than $473.4 million annually, ranking Texas A&M in the top tier of universities nationwide. The Texas A&M University System has an endowment valued at more than $19 billion and Texas A&M University ranks 2nd among U.S. public universities and 5th overall. With more than 830 faculty members and over 24,500 students, the College of Engineering is one of the largest engineering schools in the country. The college is ranked 8th in graduate studies and 10th in undergraduate programs among public institutions by U.S. News & World Report. The college is also ranked 1st in research expenditures by the American Society for Engineering Education. Texas A&M is aware that attracting and retaining exceptional faculty often depends on meeting the needs of two careers and having policies that contribute to work-life balance.

Qualifications

For appointments at the instructional assistant professor level, applicants must have a doctoral degree in a closely related engineering or science discipline appropriate for the field in which the faculty member will teach.

A minimum of 3 years experience is preferred teaching computer programing with Python and engineering mechanics physics to introductory first-year college students. Experience is preferred teaching large classes (approximately 100 students) and being part of a team of instructors teaching multiple sections (10 or more) of these courses.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, personal statement (to include philosophy and plans for teaching and service, as applicable), and a list of four references (including postal addresses, phone numbers and email addresses) by applying for this specific position at . Full consideration will be given to applications received by August 15, 2026. Applications received after that date may be considered until position is filled. It is anticipated employment will begin September 14, 2026.

For questions regarding the application process or other inquiries, please contact: Jennifer Broaddus, View email address on click.appcast.io