Description:

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 semester in the area of Artificial Intelligence. The successful candidate will co-teach (50% effort) a graduate-level course in Artificial Intelligence for Petroleum Engineering, in collaboration with another Adjunct Faculty member in the department.

A Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a closely related field is preferred. Industry experience in the oil and gas sector, particularly in the application of AI to engineering problems, 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 applications of AI to Petroleum Engineering discipline.

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

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.

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

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