The Department of Petroleum Engineering in the Cullen College of Engineering at the University of Houston is a dynamic, growing organization that offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses.

The Department of Petroleum Engineering anticipates an opening for a temporary, part-time Adjunct Faculty position for the upcoming Fall 2026 semester in the area of Drilling Engineering to teach the undergraduate PETR 3318 Drilling Engineering I course including its lab.

A Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering is required, with industry experience in the oil and gas sector, particularly in Drilling Engineering. Prior experience teaching or delivering courses in Drilling Engineering at the university level is highly desirable.

Adjunct faculty appointments are offered on a semester-by-semester basis and may be renewed contingent upon institutional needs and demonstrated satisfactory performance.

We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to academic excellence.

Required Attachments by Candidate
Unofficial transcripts, curriculum vitae, short statement outlining previous/current teaching/research experience related to Drilling Engineering.

Employees are expected to have a home address in the state of Texas for the duration of their appointments.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.

The Department of Petroleum Engineering in the Cullen College of Engineering at the University of Houston is a dynamic, growing organization that offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses.

The Department of Petroleum Engineering anticipates an opening for a temporary, part-time Adjunct Faculty position for the upcoming Fall 2026 semester in the area of Drilling Engineering to teach the undergraduate PETR 3318 Drilling Engineering I course including its lab.

A Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering is required, with industry experience in the oil and gas sector, particularly in Drilling Engineering. Prior experience teaching or delivering courses in Drilling Engineering at the university level is highly desirable.

Adjunct faculty appointments are offered on a semester-by-semester basis and may be renewed contingent upon institutional needs and demonstrated satisfactory performance.

We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to academic excellence.

Required Attachments by Candidate
Unofficial transcripts, curriculum vitae, short statement outlining previous/current teaching/research experience related to Drilling Engineering.

Employees are expected to have a home address in the state of Texas for the duration of their appointments.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.