Open Faculty Positions

POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology (Exempt) *This position may become tenure track based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: Holland School of Sciences and Mathematics

LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX

START DATE: Fall 2027

SUPERVISOR: Head of the Biology Department

HSU CHRISTIAN STANDARD REQUIREMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT  – Candidate must profess a Christian Faith, maintain membership in a local congregation, and respect the values and distinctives central to the historically Baptist values of HSU as reflected in the University’s Statement of Faith.

SUMMARY/SCOPE:

The Department of Biology at Hardin-Simmons University invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track position at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Biology. The candidate should have a strong background in biological sciences. A successful candidate will be expected to teach a minimum of 12 hours per semester, with the possibility of teaching during the summer terms for additional compensation. The candidate will teach introductory biology courses with an emphasis  in cell and molecular biology, a research methods course, and other courses related to the biomedical sciences. Life science courses for non-majors may also be assigned in addition to other departmental courses. We seek a creative and flexible faculty member committed to excellence in student-centered, innovative undergraduate teaching. The applicant should either have documented teaching experience or be familiar with curriculum design, implementation of active learning strategies, and assessment of student learning. Courses would include both lecture and laboratory formats for biology majors, allied health majors, and to fulfill general education requirements. The successful candidate is expected to be dedicated to scholarship and demonstrate an on-going commitment to student research in the candidate’s area of expertise.

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POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor of Music Education and Director of Bands (Exempt) *This position may become tenure track based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: College of Arts and Media

LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX

START DATE: Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is Fall 2026.

SUPERVISOR: Dean, College of Arts and Media

HSU CHRISTIAN STANDARD REQUIREMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT  – Candidate must profess a Christian Faith, maintain membership in a local congregation, and respect the values and distinctives central to the historically Baptist values of HSU as reflected in the University’s Statement of Faith.

SUMMARY/SCOPE:

The person in this position will direct HSU’s Concert Band, direct HSU’s Cowboy Band, and teach undergraduate classes and applied lessons in the candidate’s area of expertise for the School of Music.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Candidate for this position must submit the following application materials via Cornerstone Applicant Management System: (1) Cover letter describing how the candidate fits the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described for this position, (2) Current curriculum vitae (CV), (3) Statement of Christian Faith, and (4) at least three letters of reference providing information as to how the candidate can fulfill the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described for this position.

Applicants should have reference letters emailed directly to Amanda Weems (amanda.weems@hsutx.edu).

POSITION: Instructor, Assistant or Associate Professor of Criminal Justice (Exempt) *This position may become tenure track based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. 

COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: Department of Criminal Justice; Cynthia Ann Parker College of Liberal Arts

LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX

START DATE: Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 2027.

SUPERVISOR: Head, Department of Criminal Justice; Dean, Cynthia Ann Parker College of Liberal Arts

HSU CHRISTIAN STANDARD REQUIREMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT  – Candidate must profess a Christian Faith, maintain membership in a local congregation, and respect the values and distinctives central to the historically Baptist values of HSU as reflected in the University’s Statement of Faith.

SUMMARY/SCOPE:

This faculty member will teach four, 3-credit classes in HSU’s undergraduate and graduate Criminal Justice programs each Fall and Spring semester (i.e., eight classes during each academic year), as well as mentor and advise students in these programs.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Candidate for this position must submit the following application materials via Cornerstone Applicant Management System: (1) Cover letter describing how the candidate fits the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described for this position, (2) Current curriculum vitae (CV), (3) Evidence of teaching ability and a teaching philosophy statement, (4) Statement of Christian Faith, and (5) names and contact information for 3-5 people who can be contacted to provide information about how the candidate can fulfill the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described for this position.

POSITION: Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Studies (DOE) (Exempt) *This position may become tenure track based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. 

COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: Physician Assistant Studies; College of Health Professions

LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX

START DATE: As Soon As Possible (Spring 2027)

SUPERVISOR: Program Director/Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Program

HSU CHRISTIAN STANDARD REQUIREMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT  – Candidate must profess a Christian Faith, maintain membership in a local congregation, and respect the values and distinctives central to the historically Baptist values of HSU as reflected in the University’s Statement of Faith.

SUMMARY/SCOPE:

This position is a full-time, 12-month administrative Principal Faculty appointment with teaching responsibilities. A Principal Faculty Member in the Physician Assistant Program is primarily responsible for course instruction and/or course coordination in the didactic and clinical phases of the program. A Principal Faculty member will be effective in the areas of course design, course delivery, and evaluation. A Principal Faculty member in the PA program will also assist with clinical site and preceptor recruitment and evaluation. The Principal Faculty Instructor is instrumental in assisting the program and its students with meeting the program’s Student Learning Outcomes and actively participate in student remediation. The Principal Faculty Instructor is guided by the Program Director in assisting the program with curriculum and program assessment and meeting the ARC-PA Standards of Accreditation.

POSITION: Instructor, Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Christian Studies, Logsdon School of Theology

COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: Logsdon School of Theology

LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX

START DATE: Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is January 2027.

SUPERVISOR: Dean, Logsdon School of Theology

HSU CHRISTIAN STANDARD REQUIREMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT  – Candidate must profess a Christian Faith, maintain membership in a local congregation, and respect the values and distinctives central to the historically Baptist values of HSU as reflected in the University’s Statement of Faith.

SUMMARY/SCOPE:

Primary responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate Christian Studies courses, advising students, providing program support and engaging in other service responsibilities within the university.

Applicants with a graduate degree in Christian studies including theology, biblical studies, church history, or ministry education are asked to submit all required documents listed below. The teaching load is 12 credit hours each Fall and Spring semester with a 9-month contract.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Candidates for this position must submit the following application materials via Cornerstone Applicant Management System: (1) Cover letter describing how the candidate fits the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described for this position, (2) Current curriculum vitae (CV), (3) Evidence of teaching ability and a teaching philosophy statement, (4) Statement of Christian Faith, and (5) contact information for at least three people who can serve as professional references—i.e., provide information as to how the candidate can fulfill the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described for this position. Applicants should have reference letters emailed directly to Lori West (lori.west@hsutx.edu).