Assistant Professor Faculty Position in Bioengineering Biomedical Engineering

About This Role

This Assistant Professor tenure-system faculty position is in Bioengineering and/or Biomedical Engineering within the Health Innovations research thrust. The role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, conducting an active research program, and contributing to service within the university and professional community. It suits a candidate with a PhD and a strong potential for excellence in research, teaching, and service.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence
• Prepare and teach undergraduate and/or graduate classes
• Contribute assessment information and data as requested
• Mentor and/or advise undergraduate and/or graduate students
• Establish and/or continue an independent line of research
• Continue to expand professional influence in the academic discipline through research and/or publication
• Engage in service within the academic unit, the university, and the profession as appropriate based on teaching and research constraints
• Teach three (3) classes each academic year

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent in Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering or a related field prior to employment
• Demonstrate the potential for excellence in research, teaching, and service
• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives
• Ability to produce research and scholarly or creative achievements that enhance the program and the discipline
• Ability to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences
• Earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline and a record of productivity and professional achievement
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code (if applicable to the position)

Benefits

• Range of physical and mental wellness resources
• Competitive insurance and retirement plan options
• Lactation facilities located throughout the campus
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) comprised of individuals who share common interests to help build community among UT Dallas faculty and staff (e.g., Universal Access ERG, Military and Veteran ERG, UT Dallas Young Professionals)

Important Details

• Desired Start Date: August 1, 2027
• Application deadline: December 1, 2026

About the Company

The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) is home to the Department of Bioengineering in the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science.