Assistant Professor Faculty Position in Bioengineering​/Biomedical Engineering

Position Title Assistant Professor Faculty Position in Bioengineering and/or Biomedical Engineering

Functional Title Assistant Professor Faculty Position in Bioengineering and/or Biomedical Engineering

Salary Range Negotiable

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status Academic Year

Posting Open Date 10/13/2026

Posting Close Date 12/01/2026

Desired Start Date 08/01/2027

The Department of Bioengineering in the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) invites applications for an Assistant Professor tenure-system faculty position in Bioengineering and/or Biomedical Engineering within the Health Innovations research thrust. Of particular interest is AI-related research. Candidates from related disciplines, such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Materials Science, Physics, or Mathematics, whose research is relevant to Bio/Biomedical Engineering, may be considered.

Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent and demonstrate the potential for excellence in research, teaching, and service.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in the core biomedical engineering curriculum and in the candidate’s specialization. In addition to teaching, an active research program and service in the UT Dallas and professional community is expected.

The appointment commences for the fall 2027 semester.

Minimum

Education and Experience:

A PhD or equivalent in Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering or a related field is required prior to employment. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We are seeking candidates able to produce research and scholarly or creative achievements that enhance the program and the discipline, and able to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.

The Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science (The Jonsson School) is home to six dynamic departments with over 250 faculty (biomedical, computer science, electrical and computer, materials science, mechanical, and systems). Close connections exist between all departments and local industry giving our students exceptional internship and employment opportunities. Currently, the school’s student enrollment is approximately 8,300. We serve as an economic engine of growth and innovation for North Texas with our focus on industry–relevant research and education.

To that end, teams from our corporate-sponsored capstone program, UTDesign®, have taken top honors at national competitions in recent years, as well as founded startups.

The Department of Bioengineering at UT Dallas began in 2010 and has grown to be the largest Biomedical Engineering program in North Texas. The department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Biomedical Engineering. The Bioengineering Department is one of the largest undergraduate programs in the US according to ASEE . The close proximity to the UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas and our joint graduate program offers outstanding opportunities for collaborative research.

UT Dallas is situated in Richardson, TX, one of the most attractive suburbs in the Dallas metropolitan area. The University sits in close proximity to the telecom corridor, home to several hundred high-technology companies that provide opportunities for joint university-industry collaborations.

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