Assistant Professor Faculty Position in Bioengineering​/Biomedical Engineering

• Position Title:
  
  Assistant Professor Faculty Position in Bioengineering and/or Biomedical Engineering
• Salary Range:
  Negotiable
• Pay Basis:
  Monthly
• Position Status:
  Academic Year
• Location:
  
  Richardson
• Desired
  
  Start Date:
  
  08/01/2027
• Posting Open Date: 10/13/2026
• Posting Close Date: 12/01/2026

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.

An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline and a record of productivity and professional achievement.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

• 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

• Employee benefits include a range of physical and mental wellness resources, competitive insurance and retirement plan options, lactation facilities located throughout the campus, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• 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).

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

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