Open Faculty Positions
Faculty Application Procedures: To be considered for a full time position, an HSU Employment Application must be completed via Cornerstone Applicant Management System. In addition, a resume, curriculum vitae, statement of faith, references and transcripts may also be required. Please see the list of open faculty positions below for specific job posting requirements. Contact Mrs. Jodi Zachry in the office of the Provost if you have any questions. (325)-670-1210.
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An application for this position consists of an HSU Application, a resume, curriculum vitae, statement of faith, references and transcripts.
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POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor in Psychology and Counseling, Non-Tenure Track (Exempt)
COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: Department of Psychology & Counseling; 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 preferred start date is January 2023, but may be moved to no later than August 2023.
SUPERVISOR: Head of the Department of Psychology and Counseling
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 classes in the undergraduate Psychology program, as well as mentor and advise undergraduate students.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Candidate for this position should 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) Teaching Philosophy, (4) Statement of Faith describing the candidate’s religious identification, and (5) 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 Mrs. Chastity Jobe (cjobe@hsutx.edu).
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POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Non-Tenure Track (Exempt) *2 Openings
COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: Holland School of Science and Mathematics
LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX
START DATE: August 2024
SUPERVISOR: Head of the Department of Engineering
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 Engineering at Hardin-Simmons University invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track position at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering. Preferred applicants should have an earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering or an appropriate closely related discipline. Candidates will be considered with experience in all areas of mechanical engineering but those with experience and interests cutting across multiple disciplines are particularly encouraged to apply.
We seek a creative and collegial faculty member committed to excellence in student-centered, innovative undergraduate teaching. Preferred applicants should either have documented teaching experience or be familiar with curriculum design, implementation of active learning strategies, and assessment of student learning. The successful candidate is desired to be dedicated teacher, embrace cross-disciplinary collaboration, and have a versatile teaching portfolio suitable for a broad spectrum of courses.
The standard teaching load for faculty is 12 hours per semester, with the possibility of teaching during the summer terms for additional compensation. The University is significantly expanding its STEM research portfolio and is keenly interested in faculty that can aid in this venture. Unique research opportunities already exist within the department and participation and expansion of these endeavors will be available and fostered and can offset teaching load where relevant. Faculty members are expected to advise students academically, to serve on departmental and university committees, to demonstrate cooperation and collaboration with colleagues inside and outside of the department, to support the missions of the Engineering Department and Hardin-Simmons University, and to perform other duties consistent with the faculty job description as stated in the faculty contract.
The Department of Engineering at Hardin-Simmons is newly created and started the Fall of 2023 with record enrollment. The program home is in Abilene Hall, a central and historic center of campus, but newly and entirely renovated to house engineering. The facility is being supported by a full array of cutting-edge lab, research, and academic equipment designed to provide the pinnacle educational experience for the engineers of today and tomorrow. This unique opportunity will provide faculty the opportunity to help shape and guide the development of the new engineering programs at HSU.
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POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor of Physical Therapy (with an emphasis in Neurorehabilitation) (Non-Tenure Track, Exempt)
COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: College of Health Professions
LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX
START DATE: January 2024
SUPERVISOR: Director of the Physical Therapy 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:
The Department of Physical Therapy at Hardin-Simmons University seeks an applicant to join our dynamic and passionate faculty as assistant/associate professor. This is a 12-month, full-time, non-tenure track faculty position. The preferred candidate must have a physical therapy license with strengths, interests, and certification as a neurological specialist. Aligning with our mission of “preparing individuals who demonstrate excellence in the practice of physical therapy and are enlightened by Christian faith and values” is essential for this position.
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) Teaching Philosophy, (4) Statement of Faith describing the candidate’s religious identification, and (5) 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 allison.robinson@hsutx.edu
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POSITION: Associate Professor or Professor and Department Head of Computer Science, Non-Tenure Track (Exempt)
COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: Holland School of Sciences and Mathematics
LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX
START DATE: Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is Fall 2024.
SUPERVISOR: Dean, Holland School of Science and Mathematics
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 Holland School of Science and Mathematics invites candidates to apply to join a growing area of the university. The University is expanding heavily in STEM initiatives including engineering, technology, and health care. The Computer Science department will be an integral part of this growth. The department has a solid student group with near 100% placement for graduates while also supporting other areas such as cybersecurity.
The CS department is looking for an experienced candidate to lead the department and teach undergraduate courses. The candidate must possess a Ph.D. in computer science or a related field and have at least 5 years’ experience in higher-ed. The teaching load is 9-12 credits per semester and the contract may include an additional stipend for department head. In addition to teaching, administrative duties include program oversight and assessment, curriculum management, managing finances, marketing, and recruitment strategy, etc. The CS department teaches topics in programming, database, networking, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, UI/UX, system administration, and web development. While the primary focus is imparting knowledge in the classroom, it is the goal of the CS department to develop students into productive community members; therefore, experience outside the classroom of mentoring and discipling is also expected.
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) 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 Mrs. Laura Seaton (laura.seaton@hsutx.edu).
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POSITION: Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor of Computer Science, Non-Tenure Track (Exempt)
COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: Holland School of Sciences and Mathematics
LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX
START DATE: Fall 2024
SUPERVISOR: Department Chair of Computer Science
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 Holland School of Science and Mathematics invites candidates to apply to join a growing area of the university. The University is expanding heavily in STEM initiatives including engineering, technology, and health care. The Computer Science department will be an integral part of this growth. The department has a solid student group with near 100% placement for graduates while also supporting other areas such as cybersecurity.
The CS department is looking for a non-tenure track faculty member to teach undergraduate courses. The candidate must possess a master’s degree in computer science or related field with preference given to those with a Ph.D. The teaching load is 12 credits per semester with summer teaching possible with additional compensation. The CS department teaches topics in programming, database, networking, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, UI/UX, system administration, and web development. While the primary focus is imparting knowledge in the classroom, it is the goal of the CS department to develop students into productive community members; therefore, experience outside the classroom of mentoring and discipling is also expected.
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) 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 Mrs. Laura Seaton (laura.seaton@hsutx.edu).
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POSITION: Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor of Nursing, Non-Tenure Track (Exempt) *2 Openings
COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: College of Health Professions–School of Nursing (HSU)
LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX
START DATE: As Soon As Possible (Fall 2024)
SUPERVISOR: Professor of Nursing and Associate Dean/Founding Director of Nursing Education
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 participates in a broad range of activities that support the mission, vision, core values and purposes of the school of nursing and its consortium partners. Faculty members at HSU are responsible and accountable for ensuring the attainment of the goals, mission, and vision of the school of nursing and its consortium partners. Successful performance of this role requires experience with curriculum development, mapping of outcomes, excellent classroom, clinical and professional proficiency, management, leadership, organizational aptitude, and excellent interpersonal communication. In addition, faculty are accountable and responsible for ensuring program compliance with the standards and guidelines set forth by the Texas Board of Nursing and other accrediting agencies. Ultimately, the continued pursuit of academic excellence in all settings is central to this role. This position reports directly to the Associate Dean/Founding Director of Nursing Education unless otherwise specified in supplemental job description.
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POSITION: Instructor in the Student Learning Initiative (Exempt) *2 Openings
COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: General Studies
LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX
START DATE: Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is July 29, 2024.
SUPERVISOR: Director of Student Achievement
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:
SLI (Student Learning Initiative) Instructors will teach SLI courses and engage in weekly meetings with colleagues, students and Peer Academic Coaches. SLI Instructors are the backbone of Hardin-Simmons University’s Strategic Learning Initiative, which will serve 150 first-time freshmen (FTF) students at risk of academic failure each semester. The initiative is designed to help FTF students develop the academic skills to successfully transition from high school to college and to help sophomores, juniors, and seniors who fail to maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0. The Initiative will consist of a one credit-hour course designed to help these students develop proven learning strategies and apply them to other courses to achieve academic success. SLI students will also engage in weekly individual meetings with an assigned SLI Instructor or Peer Academic Coach to ensure the completion of all academic responsibilities and to support students as they navigate college-life challenges.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Candidates for this position should 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) Teaching Philosophy, (4) Statement of Faith describing the candidate’s religious identification, and (5) 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 e-mailed directly to Mrs. Jodi Zachry (jzachry@hsutx.edu).
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POSITION: Instructor or Assistant Professor of Speech Language Pathology Graduate Program, Non-Tenure Track (Exempt) *Applicant Pool
COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT: College of Health Professions
LOCATION: HSU Campus, Abilene, TX
START DATE: As Soon As Possible
SUPERVISOR: Assistant Professor of CSD & Speech Language Pathology Graduate Program Director
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 Speech-Language Pathology Department at Hardin-Simmons University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenured faculty position in the graduate program. The candidate will join a dynamic team of committed professionals interested in advancing the success of SLP students. This position is a 9-month academic year appointment at a faith-based institution which will begin August 2022. Primary job responsibilities include teaching in the graduate program, providing clinical supervision of graduate students, service to the university, community and profession and student recruitment events and alumni engagement. Additionally, a commitment to working with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds is essential. Expertise is preferred in one of the following areas: neuromotor disorders, fluency, and/or child speech-sound disorders.
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