Department of Industrial Engineering
University of Houston
The Position: The Department of Industrial Engineering (IE) invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to develop nationally recognized scholarship, teaching, service, and a strong record of externally funded research. We are looking for candidates with strong background in IE/OR/Optimization with applications in Healthcare and/or Energy.
Qualifications: Applicants must have an earned Ph.D. degree in industrial engineering, or a closely related field. They are expected to develop nationally recognized, cross-disciplinary research programs. Successful applicants must demonstrate a record of developing and maintaining a vigorous research program, sustaining a strong record of peer-reviewed publication, external funding, advising students, and teaching innovation.
University and Department: The University of Houston is located in a park-like campus a few minutes from Houston downtown. The Carnegie Foundation recognized UH as a research university with very high research activity. It has approximately 40,000 students. The IE department has recently embarked on an exciting period of research growth and rising in various rankings. The City of Houston is the fourth largest and one of the fastest growing cities in the country and it is often known as “energy city.” Several departments in the College have extensive research collaboration in the areas of energy and health. The University also enjoys strong ties as a full member with the Texas Medical Center in the city, which is one of the largest medical centers in the world, and is uniquely positioned to provide opportunities to candidates to develop a strong research and academic relationship with the medical community.
Time Frame: The start date of this appointment can be as early as September 1, 2016. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.
. Pre-application inquiries and visits are very welcome; send your inquiry to Prof. Ali Kamrani, Search Committee Chair, akamrani@uh.edu
The University of Houston is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Gino J. Lim, Ph.D.
Chair, Industrial Engineering
University of Houston
(713) 743-4194
Contact Ms. Sharon Hall for immediate assistance
sdhall@central.uh.edu (713) 743-4181