Professor of Engineering or Physics (any rank)

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πŸ“ Austin, TexasFull time

About this role

The Center for Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (CSTEM) at the University of Austin invites applications and nominations for full-time faculty (any rank). Applicants should have a strong interest in teaching undergraduate STEM courses and conducting research. As a new university, we seek to hire faculty at all levels, with particular needs for faculty specialized inΒ engineering and physics. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with interdisciplinary collaboration and quantitative rigor. Qualified candidates should have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline or a degree conferred by the start date.

Responsibilities:
- Teach a full load of six quarter-length courses per year (typically two per term), contributing to the development of undergraduate syllabi for core courses and bringing creativity and breadth of knowledge to classroom design.
- Participate actively in faculty meetings, guest lectures, and campus events, helping to sustain and enrich the university's intellectual life.
- Mentor students with an interest in STEM, guiding their academic development and plans.
- Advance UATX's mission of civil discourse by fostering an environment of open inquiry in both teaching and research, modeling academic freedom and respectful debate.

Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in a STEM discipline, or closely related field.
- Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
- Strong commitment to UATX's mission of free inquiry, open debate, and intellectual diversity.

Appointment & Support:
This is a full-time faculty position, open rank (assistant, associate, or full professor), with a start date as early as Summer 2026. While UATX does not offer tenure, this line carries a comparable expectation of long-term stability.

Applicants should submit:
- Cover letter describing interest in the position and alignment with UATX's mission
- Curriculum vitae
- Contact information for three professional references
- Writing sample or published research
- Optional: teaching portfolio, evidence of teaching excellence, or other materials relevant to classroom experience

The University of Austin
Founded in 2022, the University of Austin (UATX) is dedicated to reviving fearless inquiry and open discourse in higher education. UATX offers a B.A. in Liberal Studies and welcomes its first freshman class in Fall 2024. The university currently employs nearly 30 full-time professors and is expanding rapidly.

The Center for Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (CSTEM)
The Center for Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (CSTEM) offers an undergraduate concentration focused on the rigorous application of the scientific method and engineering principles. The Center aims to be a leading program for innovation, quantitative analysis, and technological advancement. CSTEM scholars seek to equip students with the mathematical fluency and computational tools necessary to build the future and solve complex problems. Central features of our curriculum design include a commitment to empirical truth, interdisciplinary inquiry, and a deep appreciation for the history and philosophy of science and technology.
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