Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology

Posting Details Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging. SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs. Position Information This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Position Title Assistant Professor of Engineering Technology Requisition 202600071F Rank Assistant Professor FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Commensurate with experience and education. Position Category Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track College College of Science & Engineering Technology Department Dept of Engineering Technology Open Date 05/20/2026 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47223 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Dr. Min Jae Suh Title Committee Chair Department of Engineering Technology Sam Houston State University Box 2088 Huntsville, TX 77341-2088 Contact Phone 936-294-1228 Contact Email mjs068@shsu.edu Position Details Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job Responsible for teaching undergraduate traditional and online/hybrid courses in the Department of Engineering Technology at Sam Houston State University. Hold regular office hours per university and Department policies. Responsible for advising students, conducting academic research, and publishing/presenting in peer reviewed scholarly journals and conferences. Provide services to the department, college, university, community, and appropriate national organizations. Maintain an active research program and securing external funding as appropriate for research and academic discipline. Present at conferences, participate in school/departmental meetings, and engage in faculty governance by serving on department and university committees. Educational Requirements for the Position Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related degree field. Experience Required for the Position Other Requirements for the Position Special Instructions Summary Those interested in the position should submit all application materials through PeopleAdmin. This includes the online application, letter of interest, curriculum vita, philosophy of teaching, statement of research & goals, transcripts of all university work, and three letters of recommendation addressed to Dr. Suh. Review of applications will begin June 29, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • How did you learn about this position? The Chronicle of Higher Education TWC - Work in Texas Inside Higher Ed Higher Ed Jobs HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium SHSU Website SHSU Employee Other If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee" please indicate employee's name and department. (Open Ended Question) If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source. (Open Ended Question) Candidate Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae (Faculty) Statement of Teaching Philosophy Statement of Research & Goals Letter of Recommendation 1 Letter of Recommendation 2 Letter of Recommendation 3 Transcripts Optional Documents Teaching Evaluations Teaching Portfolio