Job Description
Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Practice in Engineering Technology (Safety Management)
Requisition
202600118F
Rank
Assistant Professor of Practice
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with qualifications and experiences; nine months
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department
Dept of Engineering Technology
Open Date
09/09/2026
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48468
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Suleiman Obeidat - Committee Chair
Title
Sam Houston State University
Department of Engineering Technology
Box 2088
Huntsville TX 77341-2088
Contact Phone
936-294-1091
Contact Email
smo036@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
The ability to teach traditional and online courses in Safety Management and Engineering Technology is expected. The successful applicant will contribute to the continued growth and improvement of the Environmental Health & Safety Management program through curriculum development, enhancement of teaching and laboratory resources, student mentoring, department service and applied undergraduate projects. The applicant is also expected to support program assessment, accreditation activities, and industry engagement.
Educational Requirements for the Position
An earned Masters or Doctorate degree (ABD candidates will also be considered) in Safety Management, Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Applied Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related field is preferred. Applicants should have expertise in occupational and industrial safety, including safety management, OSHA compliance, hazard identification and risk assessment, and workplace safety. The ability to teach courses in Safety Management and contribute to other Engineering Technology program areas, such as Construction Management, Engineering Technology, and Engineering Design Technology, is desirable. Candidates with broad industry experience and interdisciplinary technical expertise are strongly encouraged to apply. Excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to undergraduate education are required. Relevant industry and college-level teaching experience, as well as professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, CIH, or CHST, are preferred.
Experience Required for the Position
Other Requirements for the Position
The Department of Engineering Technology at SHSU has 700+ majors and offers 40+ different Engineering Technology courses. The new academic building - Fred Pirkle Engineering Technology Center houses the faculty offices, classrooms, CAD/CAM, electronics, 3D printing, innovation, material testing, and alternative energy labs. The department also maintains the Westmoreland Engineering Technology Center and Annex A, B, and C buildings which house the virtual reality, safety, woodworking, metalworking, CNC, material testing, and fluid power labs.
Special Instructions Summary
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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