Faculty Position
Assistant Professor of Physics
Houston Christian University
Position Summary
The Department of Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics is seeking a faculty member who is passionate about teaching and mentoring students in a Christian work environment. Candidates must be able to teach physics service courses (both calculus-based and precalculus-based) for science, mathematics and engineering majors while participating in departmental activities including curriculum development, student mentoring, committee work, and program assessment. Candidates should be available to begin work in the Fall of 2026 or later. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Job Responsibilities
- Design and teach calculus-based and precalculus-based physics courses
- Plan, implement, and assess classroom experiences per university policy
- Academically advise and mentor students
- Serve on college and university committees
- Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
Qualifications
Candidates should have a Doctorate of Philosophy in Physics or a related field.
Other qualifications include:
- Demonstrated teaching excellence and a willingness to use active learning techniques
- Evidence of scholarship
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience using instructional technology
- Evidence of a willingness to serve students, the university, and the broader community
Additional Information
Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian institution with a diverse student body and access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
The University has implemented its Ten Pillars 2030 vision https://hc.edu/about-hcu/ten-pillars/ and anticipates significant growth in enrollment and programs. The successful candidate will be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline that supports the university’s core convictions.
The vision of the College of Science and Engineering is to be the best college in the world at integrating fundamental principles of engineering, science and mathematics (STEM) with modern computing and information technology (IT) and historic Christian values and standards (Faith). Graduates will meet 21st-century engineering and computing needs and distinguish themselves by exhibiting the highest ethical standards. For additional information, please visit https://hc.edu/science-and-engineering/.
Skills Required
- Doctorate of Philosophy in Physics or a related field
- Ability to design and teach calculus-based and precalculus-based physics courses
- Demonstrated teaching excellence and willingness to use active learning techniques
- Evidence of scholarship
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience using instructional technology
- Willingness to serve students, the university, and the broader community
- Availability to begin work in Fall 2026 or later
What We Do
Houston Christian University is a Christian liberal arts institution that provides professional and graduate programs designed to equip students to lead, collaborate, and discover. For more than 60 years, the university has focused on fostering a deep sense of purpose in its students through a faith-based academic environment.
