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College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Position Announcement - Graphic Design Assistant Professor

Department of Art, Art History and Design

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The Department of Art, Art History & Design (AAHD) at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor to teach undergraduate courses in graphic design. The appointment begins on August 6, 2025. Tenure-track assistant professors are expected to develop and maintain an active research/creative practice. The teaching load is three courses per semester. Service to the institution includes participation in Departmental, College, and University-level committees.

Requirements: MFA in Graphic Design or equivalent terminal degree, in-depth knowledge of interactive/digital design, and experience with industry-standard processes & workflows, brand development, and basic print production. Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, proficiency in Figma, HTML/CSS, and UXD, competence in content creation (blogs, YouTube, and/or social media).

Not required but preferred: College teaching experience, especially beyond graduate school, Motion Graphics (After Effects), Illustration, and a digital or other fine arts practice; familiarity with AI painting and/or Photoshop Generative AI; Expertise in the History of Design.

APPOINTMENT DATE: 8/6/25

About the Department: The Department of Art, Art History & Design is a vibrant, growing program that offers BAs in studio art, art history, and art education and BFA degrees with concentrations in Animation, Graphic Design, Painting and Drawing Photography, Printmaking, and Sculpture. In addition, the department has a Digital Fabrication minor, interdisciplinary minors in Web Communications and Game Design and Development, and an established network of internship opportunities.

The Department is housed in a spacious, well-equipped facility, including two Mac labs and a PC lab for animation. Additional equipment includes two large-scale printers, a digital fabrication lab housed in sculpture, a virtual production lab for animation, as well as three gallery spaces, and up-to-date equipment for the studio art areas. The department is collegial and works collaboratively on program planning and department goals.

About the College: The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville has nine departments, supporting fifteen bachelor’s degree programs, five master’s programs, one PhD program, and eight certificate programs. The college also has a number of interdisciplinary minors, including Web Communication, Game Design and Development, Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies, and Justice and Equity Studies. Our class sizes are relatively small, and our faculty are committed to students’ success. Our college is housed across three separate buildings on campus, including the newly refurbished Morton Hall, with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, and creative activity. Applicants may find more information about the College, the University, and Huntsville at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/prospective-faculty.

About the University: Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. With eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study and 17 high-tech research centers, UAH is a Carnegie R1 top-tier research university. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more at www.uah.edu.

About Huntsville: Among other accolades, Huntsville has been rated in the Top 10 Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report over the last five years. Defense, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing, and a variety of emerging specialties contribute to the vibrant economy of Huntsville, also known as the Rocket City. The area enjoys a favorable cost of living, highly rated schools, excellent healthcare, and an outstanding overall quality of life in the Southeast. Huntsville is the largest city in Alabama and is the major urban hub serving more than 1.2 million people who reside in the North Alabama region. From outdoor recreational activities to a thriving arts and entertainment community, Huntsville contributes to a wonderful way to live, work, and play. Learn more at huntsville.org.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Applications for this position must include (1) a letter of application, (2) a current CV, (3) a teaching philosophy, (4) a link to an online portfolio or PDF of 5-10 personal projects, (5) link or PDF with 5-10 examples of student work (if available) (6) unofficial transcripts, and (7) three references with contact information consisting of name, address, telephone number, and email address.

Send application materials to Lillian Joyce, Acting Chair, Department of Art, Art History and Design, joycel@uah.edu.

The department will begin reviewing applications on January 13th. The position remains open until filled.

Please refer to log number 25-26-402

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

Position Announcement - Film and Media Arts Lecturer

Department of Music, Theatre and Film

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The Department of Music, Theatre, and Film at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) invites applications for a Lecturer (non-tenure earning) position in Film and Media Arts. We seek applicants who welcome the challenges and rewards of serving on a diverse and artistically talented faculty of a growing department located in a dynamic and thriving arts community.

Responsibilities: Provide teaching and service to the Film and Media Arts minor as a full-time Lecturer, coupled with a recruiting component integral to the growth of the department. Teaching responsibilities include instruction in the areas of video production and film studies. The regular teaching load is four courses per semester. Faculty are expected to actively engage in recruiting events, public presentations of student work, and meaningfully contribute to departmental productions.

Qualifications: MFA/MA/PhD in Film and Video Production, Film Studies/Communication, or a related field and an ability to effectively develop, shoot, and complete video and film projects, as well as highly effective instruction in undergraduate courses related to film and media arts. Ideal candidates should have experience in college teaching related to film and video production, film studies, and media arts. Additional experience in editing and visual effects is a plus. Ideal candidates would have expertise in digital storytelling and/or micro-narrative creation. Candidates near completing their degree requirements will be considered; however, all degree requirements must be completed by August 1, 2025, to be appointed at the rank of Lecturer.

APPOINTMENT DATE: August 6, 2025

About the College: The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville has nine departments, supporting fifteen bachelor’s degree programs, five master’s programs, one PhD program, and eight certificate programs. The college also has a number of interdisciplinary minors, including Global Studies; Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies; Justice and Equity Studies; and Game Design and Development. Our class sizes are relatively small, and our faculty are committed to students’ success. Our college is housed across three separate buildings on campus, including the newly refurbished Morton Hall, with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research and creative activity. Applicants may find more information about the College, the University, and Huntsville at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/prospective-faculty.

About the University: Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. With eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study and 17 high-tech research centers, UAH is a Carnegie R1 top-tier research university. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Homeland Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more at uah.edu.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Review of applications will begin January 15, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit the following materials in PDF format via email to the department's senior staff assistant, Michele Pullum, at michele.pullum@uah.edu.

1) Cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the position
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Statement of teaching philosophy
4) Statement of creative activity and scholarly work
5) Links to 3 completed film projects
6) List of three references with contact info (finalists will be asked for letters of recommendation)

Please refer to log number: 25-26-401

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

Announcement for Two Positions

Department of Psychology

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

POSITION 1 – DEPARTMENT CHAIR AND ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR

The Department of Psychology at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a Department Chair at Associate or Full Professor rank in the area of Human Factors or Clinical/Counseling Psychology, with appointment beginning Fall 2025. Department Chairs receive their base salary plus an administrative stipend.

Responsibilities: This position will involve serving as Chair of the Psychology Department, with a focus on enhancing recruitment and retention to facilitate growth of our undergraduate (BA, BS) and graduate (MS and PhD) programs, and strategic planning for further development of our department through the implementation of a MA program in Counseling Psychology. This role also will include responsibility for strategic leadership in developing and implementing a shared departmental vision; modeling, supporting, and rewarding faculty excellence in teaching and research; developing partnerships and networks across the university, with alumni, and the broader community; communicating with and providing support to Psychology majors; evaluating departmental faculty, including reviews for tenure and promotion; assessing and revising the curriculum; coordinating department course scheduling; managing and administering fiscal resources; and representing the department in college and university-level planning and strategy development. Additionally, as an Associate or Full Professor, the candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate/graduate level courses in either Human Factors, while contributing to the Human Factors concentration in the new Applied Experimental Psychology doctoral program, or Clinical/Counseling Psychology, contributing to both the BA in Psychology, which is counseling focused, and the newly planned Masters in Counseling Program. Applicants with either area of focus will be expected to conduct and publish high-quality scholarly research in a collegial environment where both intra- and inter-disciplinary collaborations and the pursuit of external funding are valued.

Qualifications: A PhD in Human Factors or Clinical/Counseling Psychology is required. Candidates should be at the Associate or Full Professor level already or be able to obtain tenure at UAH prior to starting. Those with a Clinical/Counseling background should be license eligible. Candidates should have demonstrated a strong record of publications, the ability to obtain external funding, and excellence in teaching.

Appointment Date: August 2025

Please refer to log number: 25-26-399 when applying for position 1.

POSITION 2 – PSYCHOLOGY TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

The tenure-track Assistant Professor position is in Human Factors or Clinical/Counseling Psychology, with appointment beginning Fall 2025.

Responsibilities: This position will involve teaching undergraduate/graduate level courses in either Human Factors, while contributing to the Human Factors concentration in the Applied Experimental Psychology doctoral program, or Clinical/Counseling Psychology, contributing to both the BA in Psychology, which is counseling focused, and the newly planned Masters in Counseling Program. Tenure-track faculty are expected to conduct and publish high-quality scholarly research in a collegial environment where both intra- and inter-disciplinary collaborations and the pursuit of external funding are valued.

Qualifications: A PhD in Human Factors or Clinical/Counseling Psychology is required. Candidates with a Clinical/Counseling background should be license eligible. Candidates should demonstrate an established research program with the potential to obtain external funding and excellence in teaching.

Appointment Date: August 2025

Please refer to log number: 25-26-400 when applying for position 2.

About the Department: The Department of Psychology offers a minor, a major with two different concentrations (BA in Psychological Services and a BS in Psychological Sciences), a MS in Experimental Psychology with the option to specialize in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and a PhD in Applied Experimental Psychology (concentrations in Human Factors and Psychology & Law). Faculty are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.

About the College: The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville has nine departments, supporting fifteen bachelor’s degree programs, five master’s programs, one PhD program, and eight certificate programs. The college also has a number of interdisciplinary minors, including Global Studies; Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies; Justice and Equity Studies; and Game Design and Development. Our class sizes are relatively small, and our faculty are committed to students’ success. Our college is housed across three separate buildings on campus, including the newly refurbished Morton Hall, with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research and creative activity. Applicants may find more information about the College, the University, and Huntsville at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/prospective-faculty.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Applicants should submit the following materials via email to the department's staff assistant, Ms. Beth Hodges, at beth.hodges@uah.edu:

(1) cover letter indicating to which position the applicant is applying and addressing position qualifications (no longer than two pages);

(2) curriculum vitae;

(3) brief statement of research interests (one page);

(4) evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available (no more than three pages);

(5) copy of unofficial graduate transcripts;

(6) name and contact information for three academic references who could submit letters (references will be contacted for finalists).

Please reference the corresponding log number when submitting your application packet. The Department Chair/Associate or Professor position log number is 25-26-399. The Tenure Track Assistant Professor position log number is 25-26-400.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

Position Announcement - Assistant Professor in Criminology

Department of Sociology

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The Department of Sociology at the University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in criminology and/or intelligence studies, with expertise in quantitative methods. We welcome applicants from any area within criminology. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in criminology, sociology, or a related discipline, have an active research agenda, and demonstrate evidence of effective teaching or the potential for effective teaching. Scholars whose research and teaching complement or enhance existing strengths in criminological theory, social problems of crime, strategic intelligence, and intelligence analysis will be favorably considered. Candidates with a history of grant funding or the potential for funded research and/or who have practical experience in intelligence analysis or a related field are especially encouraged to apply.

Primary responsibilities: Tenure-track assistant professors are expected to develop and maintain an active research program that includes undergraduate students and is commensurate with the needs and resources of the department. The teaching load is three courses per semester and will regularly include Introduction to Criminology, Social Statistics, and courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Service to the institution, including participation in College and University-level committees, is expected. The department is well served by centralized advising.

Required qualifications for tenure-track assistant professor:

A PhD in criminology, sociology, or a related field completed by August 1, 2025. JD/LLM, and applicants without a PhD who have equivalent professional work experience may also be considered.
Evidence of demonstrated or potential excellence in undergraduate instruction.
Evidence of active research and scholarship in criminology and/or intelligence studies.

Salary and rank: Commensurate with experience

Appointment Date: August 2025

About the College: The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville has nine departments, supporting fifteen bachelor’s degree programs, five master’s programs, one PhD program, and eight certificate programs. The college also has a number of interdisciplinary minors, including Global Studies; Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies; Justice and Equity Studies; and Game Design and Development. Our class sizes are relatively small, and our faculty are committed to students’ success. Our college is housed across three separate buildings on campus, including the newly refurbished Morton Hall, with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research and creative activity. Applicants may find more information about the College, the University, and Huntsville at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/prospective-faculty.

Application Procedure and Deadline: To apply, please send all of the following materials to Staff Assistant Beth Hodges at ejh0028@uah.edu:

a cover letter addressing the candidate’s qualifications, focusing on research activity;
a current curriculum vitae;
a writing sample, such as a dissertation chapter, article manuscript, or peer-reviewed journal article;
a teaching portfolio including a statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness that describes the candidate’s experience creating and maintaining an inclusive learning environment;
an unofficial graduate transcript (official transcript required for employment); and
the names and contact information of three professional references (letters of reference will be requested when finalists are selected).

Review of applicants will begin on November 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates chosen to be interviewed will be contacted by email.

PLEASE REFER TO LOG NUMBER: 25-26-397

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

Position Announcement - Assistant Professor in Intelligence and Security History

Department of History

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The Department of History at the University of Alabama in Huntsville is taking applicants for a tenure-track position in Intelligence and Security History. Preference is for candidates with a specialization in modern US history and/or the ability to teach foreign relations and/or military history. This candidate will support the creation of an interdisciplinary graduate intelligence and security program. The successful candidate will ideally engage and form partnerships with colleagues at Redstone Arsenal, the FBI, and other area agencies. Candidates who have practical experience working in intelligence, national security, or a related field are especially encouraged to apply.

The teaching load is three courses (nine credit hours) per semester and may include online, hybrid, and traditional formats. The candidate will teach modern world history and/or US surveys, as well as upper-level and graduate courses in the candidate’s area of specialty.

Qualifications: PhD in History or a closely related field required. PhD in history preferred. A strong commitment to teaching is required.

APPOINTMENT DATE: August 7, 2025

About the Department: The History Department at UAH is composed of collegial faculty committed to teaching historical thinking. In addition to a history major and history MA program, the department teaches courses in interdisciplinary minors in Public History, Global Studies, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Justice and Equity Studies, and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Information about the Department, the University, and Huntsville can be found at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/departments/history.

About the College: The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville has nine departments, supporting fifteen bachelor’s degree programs, five master’s programs, one Ph.D. program, and eight certificate programs. The college also has a number of interdisciplinary minors, including Global Studies; Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies; Justice and Equity Studies; and Game Design and Development. Our class sizes are relatively small, and our faculty are committed to students’ success. Our college is housed across three separate buildings on campus, including the newly refurbished Morton Hall, with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research and creative activity. Applicants may find more information about the College, the University, and Huntsville at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/prospective-faculty.

Application Procedure and Deadline: The University of Alabama in Huntsville desires to recruit and retain high-quality faculty who share the University’s mission and values.

Candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, names, and contact information for three references, a 1-page teaching philosophy statement describing your teaching approaches and methods, and graduate transcripts.

Send applications to Christine Sears, Chair, Department of History, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL 35899 or to history@uah.edu.

First date of consideration is Nov. 15, 2024. All applications received by Nov. 15th will get full consideration; those submitted later will be considered until the position is filled.

PLEASE REFER TO LOG NUMBER: 25-26-398

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/ females/veterans/disabled.

Applicants with experience serving in the military or government organizations are encouraged to apply.

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PART-TIME POSITIONS

Announcement of Adjunct Position in the Department of Art, Art History & Design

Part-time, as needed

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for adjunct positions within the Department of Art, Art History & Design. Specifically, positions are available in Graphic Design and Studio Art. These positions are part-time faculty positions, hired on an as-needed basis. Compensation is based on a standard university scale according to the number of credit hours being taught. Primary responsibilities include in-person or online, asynchronous instruction based on the given student learning objective for the course, designing and implementing quality assessments, and grading students on their ability to master the learning objectives.

Qualifications:

Minimum requirements include a Master of Fine Arts degree in Design or Visual Arts. Previous experience as an instructor is preferred.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, three professional references (including name, title, email address, and phone number), and unofficial transcripts.

If you are selected as a candidate for consideration by the department/committee, your references may be asked to submit a reference letter on your behalf, and you will be asked to provide official transcripts.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

Submit your application materials to Jill Johnson, Department Chair

at johnsok1@uah.edu. Questions or concerns should also be sent to this same email address.

Announcement of Adjunct Position in the Department of Sociology

Part-time, as needed

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for adjunct positions within the Department of Sociology. Specifically, positions are available in criminology, social movements/change, work, and organizations/institutions. These positions are part-time faculty positions, hired on an as-needed basis. Compensation is based on a standard university scale according to the number of credit hours being taught. Primary responsibilities include in-person or online, asynchronous instruction based on the given student learning objective for the course, designing and implementing quality assessments, and grading students on their ability to master the learning objectives.

Qualifications:

Minimum requirements include a Master’s degree in Sociology or similar field. Previous experience as an instructor is preferred.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, three professional references (including name, title, email address, and phone number), and unofficial transcripts.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

Submit your application materials to Dr. Daniel Morrison at dan.morrison@uah.edu. Questions or concerns should also be sent to this same email address.

College of Business

Position Announcement - Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor of Management

Department of Management and Marketing

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The College of Business at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a full-time, renewable non-tenure track Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor in Management with an emphasis in Entrepreneurship. We seek applicants who welcome the challenges and rewards of serving as part of a collaborative and intellectually curious faculty of a growing college located in a dynamic and supportive high-tech community.

Responsibilities: Effectively teach courses in Entrepreneurship, as well as other courses in Management (e.g., Organizational Behavior, Human Resource Management and Strategic Management) or Marketing, in graduate and undergraduate programs in face-to-face, hybrid, and online modes as needed by the college. Oversee and facilitate labs, practicum courses, course-based projects, and/or internships that give students the opportunity to learn through hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, start-ups, and business consulting. Participate in the profession, university service, and outreach to the local community related to supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and small businesses on behalf of the college. Seek external funding for programs and projects. Conduct and publish quality applied research in a collegial environment where both intra- and inter-disciplinary collaborations are valued.

Qualifications: A PhD in Entrepreneurship, Management, or a closely related field is required, with a preference for a PhD in Entrepreneurship. Demonstrated success in teaching in an AACSB-accredited business program is required. We prefer candidates who have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and maintain scholarly or professional activities sufficient to meet the college’s AACSB qualification standards; candidates who have the ability and commitment to engage with businesses, organizations, and federal agencies in the region; and candidates who can lead community-oriented projects related to entrepreneurship, business growth, and innovation. A track record of engagement with the business community is a plus. Appointment at the rank of Clinical Associate Professor requires experience and qualifications that merit appointment at that rank according to the college’s standards.

APPOINTMENT DATE: August 2025

About the College: The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International and has approximately 35 tenured, tenure-track, and clinical faculty, 30 part-time faculty, 1,050 undergraduate students, and 350 graduate students. The college offers a BSBA degree with majors in accounting, analytics, finance, information systems, management, and marketing; a BS degree in economics and computational analysis; and six graduate degrees: an MBA, and specialized master’s degrees in business analytics, cybersecurity, human resource management, information systems, as well as supply chain management. UAH has been ranked by the NSF in recent years among the top 10 in the nation for federal funding of research in management and economics. The college hosts two centers and one office that provide outreach, service, and engagement with the greater community. The Center for Management and Economics Research, Small Business Development Center and Apex Accelerator, and Office of Professional and Continuing Education serve individuals, businesses, and organizations in the community and throughout the U.S. with business consulting and non-degree educational services. For detailed information about the college and its programs, please visit https://www.uah.edu/business.

About the University: Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. With eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study and 17 high-tech research centers, UAH is a Carnegie R1 top-tier research university. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Homeland Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more at https://www.uah.edu.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Applicants must submit the following via email to the search committee at mgtsearch@uah.edu: a letter of interest, a curriculum vita, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a representative sample of recent research work, and three letters of recommendation. Official transcripts of all college work will be required for finalists. The priority deadline for consideration is January 15, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position application process can be directed to mgtsearch@uah.edu.

Please refer to log number 25-26-137

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

Position Announcement - Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor of Management Science

Department of Information Systems, Supply Chain, and Analytics

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The College of Business at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a clinical assistant or associate professor in management science with an emphasis on operations and/or supply chain management. We seek applicants who welcome the challenges and rewards of serving as part of a collaborative and intellectually curious faculty of a growing college located in a dynamic and supportive high-tech community.

Responsibilities: Effectively teach courses in supply chain management, as well as other courses in operations, analytics, or project management, in graduate and undergraduate programs in face-to-face or online modes as needed by the college. Oversee and facilitate labs, practicum courses, course-based projects, and/or internships that give students the opportunity to learn through hands-on experience. Participate in the profession, university service, and outreach to the local community. Seek external funding for programs and projects. Conduct and publish quality applied research in a collegial environment where both intra- and inter-disciplinary collaborations are valued.

Qualifications: A PhD in supply chain management, operations, industrial engineering, or a closely related field is required. Demonstrated success in teaching in an AACSB-accredited business program is required. We prefer candidates who have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and maintain scholarly or professional activities sufficient to meet the college’s AACSB qualification standards; candidates who have the ability and commitment to engage with businesses, organizations, and federal agencies in the region; and candidates who can lead community-oriented projects related in the areas of supply chain management, operations, and advanced manufacturing. A track record of engagement with the business community is a plus. Appointment at the rank of Clinical Associate Professor requires experience and qualifications that merit appointment at that rank according to the college’s standards.

APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall 2025

About the University: Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. With eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study and 17 high-tech research centers, UAH is a Carnegie R1 top-tier research university. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Homeland Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more at uah.edu.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Applicants must submit the following via email to the search committee at mscsearch@uah.edu: a letter of interest, a curriculum vita, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a representative sample of recent research work, and three letters of recommendation. Official transcripts of all college work will be required for finalists. The priority deadline for consideration is January 15, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

PLEASE REFER TO LOG NUMBER: 25-26-136

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.

Position Announcement - Assistant Professor of Economics

Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The College of Business at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a tenure-track position in economics at the assistant professor level. We seek applicants who welcome the challenges and rewards of serving as part of a collaborative and intellectually curious faculty of a growing college located in a dynamic and supportive high-tech community.

Responsibilities: Conduct and publish high-quality scholarly research in a collegial environment where both intra- and inter-disciplinary collaborations are valued. Effectively teach economics courses in graduate and undergraduate programs in face-to-face or online modes as needed by the college. Participate in the profession, university service, and outreach to the local community.

Qualifications: A PhD in economics is required. A PhD from an AACSB accredited institution is preferred. Ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in economics is required. We prefer candidates who have a strong academic background, the ability to conduct empirical research that is publishable in high quality journals, a commitment to excellence in graduate and undergraduate education, and the potential to expand student interest and engagement in economics. We also prefer candidates who have teaching interests in multiple areas, including macroeconomics, development economics, or sports economics, and have the potential to teach practicum courses or courses that incorporate projects using real-world data. ABDs will be considered; however, all requirements for the doctoral degree must be completed by August 1, 2025 to be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor.

APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall 2025

About the College: The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International and has approximately 35 tenured, tenure-track, and clinical faculty, 30 part-time faculty, 1,050 undergraduate students, and 350 graduate students. The college offers a BSBA degree with majors in accounting, analytics, finance, information systems, management, and marketing; a BS degree in economics and computational analysis; and six graduate degrees: an MBA, and specialized master’s degrees in business analytics, cybersecurity, human resource management, information systems, as well as supply chain management. UAH has been ranked by the NSF in recent years among the top 10 in the nation for federal funding of research in management and economics. The college hosts two centers and one office that provide outreach, service, and engagement with the greater community. The Center for Management and Economics Research, Small Business Development Center and Apex Accelerator, and Office of Professional and Continuing Education serve individuals, businesses, and organizations in the community and throughout the U.S with business consulting and non-degree educational services. For detailed information about the college and its programs, please visit uah.edu/business.

Application and Procedure Deadline: Applicants must submit the following via email to the search committee at ecnsearch@uah.edu: a letter of interest, a curriculum vita, evidence of teaching effectiveness (if any), a representative sample of recent research work, and three letters of recommendation. Official transcripts of all college work will be required for finalists. Review of candidates will begin immediately. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

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College of Education

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

PART-TIME POSITIONS

Announcement of Adjunct Position in the Department of Kinesiology

Part-time, as needed

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for adjunct positions within the Department of Kinesiology. Specifically, positions are available within the Exercise Science, Sport and Fitness Management, and Physical Education Educator Preparation programs. These positions are part-time faculty positions. Persons hired in adjunct positions typically teach 3-6 hours of course work (1-2 classes) on an as-needed basis. Compensation is based on a standard university scale according to the number of credit hours being taught. Primary responsibilities include instruction based on the given student learning objective for the course, designing and implementing quality assessments, and grading students on their ability to master the learning objectives.

Qualifications:

Minimum requirements include a Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Sports Management, Physical Education, or a related field. Previous experience as an instructor is preferred.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, three professional references (including name, title, email address, and phone number), and official transcripts.

If you are selected as a candidate for consideration by the department/committee, your references will be asked to submit a reference letter on your behalf, and you will be asked to provide official transcripts.

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For questions or concerns, please contact Rae Gill at rae.gill@uah.edu.

Announcement of Adjunct Position in the Applied Behavior Analysis Master's Program

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

The College of Education at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a part-time instructor in our applied behavior analysis master’s program. The candidate will teach online ABA courses in our 5th edition Verified Course Sequence (VCS). Candidates must have a doctoral degree and an active BCBA certification. Preferred qualifications include previous teaching experience, BACB supervision experience, and previous experience with the Canvas learning platform.

Courses are offered in the evenings.

Minimum Qualifications:

Part-time instructors teaching graduate-level courses must have a doctoral degree in behavior analysis, psychology, special education or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Part-time instructors teaching graduate-level ABA courses must also be a current Board Certified Behavior Analysts.

Applications:

Interested applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to:

The University of Alabama in Huntsville
College of Education
Department of Curriculum & Instruction
Attn: Dr. Monica Dillihunt
301 Sparkman Drive NW, ROB 323
Huntsville, AL 35899

monica.dillihunt@uah.edu

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College of Engineering

Position Announcement - Assistant Professor - Plasma Science and Engineering

Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of plasma science and engineering. Applicants should have an earned PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field. We seek candidates who demonstrate the potential for scholarship supported by external funding through grants and contracts, a commitment to student success at both the undergraduate and graduate levels through teaching and mentoring and a desire to contribute proactively to university and professional service while contributing to the breadth of the UAH academic community. Candidates with significant academic records may be considered for a position at the associate professor level.

APPOINTMENT DATE: August 2025

About the Department: The Department offers BS degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering, as well as an MS and PhD in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Systems Engineering. Our faculty is comprised of 20 tenure-track/tenured members and 5 full-time non-tenure-track members. Our undergraduate student body is comprised of 746 aerospace engineering students and 610 mechanical engineering students. We have 239 graduate students in both disciplines. Our faculty’s research interests include materials for aerospace applications and for energy storage, gas turbine heat transfer, electrochemical energy conversion and storage, design and control of unmanned systems, applications of smart materials, and computational fluid dynamics applied to low-speed combustion and fire applications, fluid-structure interactions, high-speed aerodynamics, and advanced manufacturing processes. In addition to its nationally known educational and research activities in rocket propulsion, the Department is engaged in a wide range of research activities currently funded by NSF, DOD, NASA, DOE, USDA, the State of Alabama, and several corporate sponsors.

About the College: The College of Engineering is comprised of five departments and has the largest enrollment of the university’s six academic colleges. The research focus in the college includes three of several National Academy of Engineering (NAE) grand challenge problems - secure cyberspace, restore and improve urban infrastructure, and engineer tools of scientific discovery. Our strategic Flight Plan 2032 seeks to enhance student-centered teaching and learning focused on student success and promote basic and applied research while engaging the local and regional community through outreach and workforce development.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Application material (in pdf format) must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information (including name, address, email address and phone numbers) for at least three references, and a separate statement for both research plans and teaching interests. All required documents should be sent via email to maesearch@uah.edu

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Position Announcement - Aerospace Engineering Assistant Professor

Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in aerospace engineering, including the areas of propulsion and power, spacecraft design, orbital mechanics, aerodynamics, or unmanned systems. Applicants should have an earned PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field. We seek candidates who demonstrate the potential for scholarship supported by external funding through grants and contracts, a commitment to student success at both the undergraduate and graduate levels through teaching and mentoring and a desire to contribute proactively to university and professional service while contributing to the breadth of the UAH academic community. Candidates with significant academic records may be considered for a position at the associate professor level.

APPOINTMENT DATE: August 2025

About the Department: The Department offers BS degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering and an MS and PhD in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Systems Engineering. Our faculty is comprised of 19 tenure-track/tenured members and 5 full-time non-tenure-track members. Our undergraduate student body is comprised of 746 aerospace engineering students and 610 mechanical engineering students. We have 239 graduate students in both disciplines. Our faculty’s research interests include materials for aerospace applications and for energy storage, gas turbine heat transfer, electrochemical energy conversion and storage, design and control of unmanned systems, applications of smart materials, and computational fluid dynamics applied to low-speed combustion and fire applications, fluid-structure interactions, high-speed aerodynamics, and advanced manufacturing processes. In addition to its nationally known educational and research activities in rocket propulsion, the Department is engaged in a wide range of research activities currently funded by NSF, DOD, NASA, DOE, USDA, the State of Alabama, and several corporate sponsors.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Application materials (in pdf format) must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information (including name, address, email address, and phone numbers) for at least three references, and a separate statement for research plans and teaching interests. These documents should be sent via email to maesearch@uah.edu.

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Position Announcement - Department Chair in Industrial and Systems Engineering

and Engineering Management

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Job Description/Requirements: The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Engineering Management (ISEEM) at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) invites applicants for the position of Department Chair. The candidate is expected to excel in the area of Industrial Engineering/Modern Manufacturing, Systems Engineering or Engineering Management. The successful candidate is to be hired at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor with tenure, depending on their demonstrated experience in research, teaching, and service. The successful candidate must have earned a PhD in Industrial Engineering or an allied discipline such as Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with a significant research emphasis in Manufacturing, Quality Control, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, or a closely related field. We seek a candidate with a strong, well-established research program and administrative experience.

About the Department: The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Engineering Management offers BS, MSE, and PhD degrees in Industrial Engineering, with graduate focuses in Industrial Engineering, System Engineering and Engineering Management. In addition, the department offers a MSOR degree in Operation Research. The department currently has six tenured/tenure-earning faculty, one clinical faculty and one lecturer. The enrollment within the department is about 135 undergraduate students and 170 graduate students. The faculty research strengths are in the areas of Computational Design, Systems Engineering, Human-System Integration, LEAN Manufacturing, Model-Based Design, Digital Engineering and Digital Twins. Current and previous faculty funding sources include NASA, DOD, the US Army, the Alabama Department of Transportation and industry.

About the College: The College of Engineering is comprised of five departments and has the largest enrollment of the university’s five academic colleges. The research focus in the college includes three of several National Academy of Engineering (NAE) grand challenge problems - secure cyberspace, restore and improve urban infrastructure, and engineer tools of scientific discovery. Our strategic Flight Plan 2032 seeks to enhance student-centered teaching and learning focused on student success and promote basic and applied research while engaging the local and regional community through outreach and workforce development.

Application Deadline: Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and the search will remain open until the position is filled. The anticipated starting date is August 2025. Attendance in new-faculty orientation sessions prior to the official starting date is required.

Application Procedure: Application material (in pdf format) must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information (including name, address, email address, and phone numbers) for at least three references, and a separate statement for both teaching and research experience supported by contracts and grants. The University of Alabama in Huntsville desires to recruit and retain high-quality faculty members who share the University's values. All required documents should be sent to iseemchairsearch@uah.edu.

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Position Announcement - Assistant Professor

Electrical and Computer Engineering Department

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Job Description/Requirements: The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) invites applications for one tenure-track assistant professor position in electrical or computer engineering. We are accepting applications in all areas of electrical engineering and computer engineering. However, areas of particular emphasis in this year’s search are next-generation electronic systems, advanced semiconductor devices, digital and mixed-signal designs, signal processing, robotic and autonomous systems, VLSI design, hardware security, computer systems, and quantum systems. Successful applicants will have earned a Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or closely related areas. Applicants should demonstrate (a) the potential for scholarly activities that are supported by externally funded contracts and grants; (b) a commitment to teach, develop new courses, and mentor students; and (c) a desire for university and professional service. Candidates with significant academic records may be considered for an associate professor position.

APPOINTMENT DATE: August 2025

About the Department: The Department offers Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees in electrical, computer and cybersecurity engineering, Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in electrical and computer engineering, and interdisciplinary M.S. degrees in software engineering and cybersecurity. Our faculty is currently comprised of 20 tenure-track/tenured members and 4 full-time lecturers. Our student body includes approximately 700 undergraduate and 150 graduate students. Our faculty’s research interests include electronic devices, applied electromagnetics and optics, signal and image processing, Internet-of-Things, computer systems, cybersecurity, and software engineering. The Department is engaged in a wide range of research activities currently funded by NSF, DOD, NASA, DOE, USDA, NSA, Redstone Arsenal, the State of Alabama, and several corporate sponsors.

About the College: The College of Engineering is comprised of five departments and has the largest enrollment of the university’s six academic colleges. The research focus in the college includes three of several National Academy of Engineering (NAE) grand challenge problems - secure cyberspace; restore and improve urban infrastructure; and engineer tools of scientific discovery. Our strategic Flight Plan 2032 seeks to enhance student-centered teaching and learning focused on student success, promote basic and applied research, while engaging the local and regional community through outreach and workforce development.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Application material (in a single PDF file) must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information (including name, address, email address, and phone numbers) for at least three references, separate statements of research plans and teaching interests. The application material should be sent via email to ecesearch@uah.edu.

Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and the search will remain open until the position is filled. Attendance in new-faculty orientation sessions is required.

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College of Nursing

Position Announcement - Associate Dean for Graduate Programs

College of Nursing

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) College of Nursing seeks nominations and applications for a leader with strategic vision to serve as the Associate Dean for Graduate Programs (ADGP). Reporting directly to the Dean of the College of Nursing, the ADGP is responsible for the operational oversight of key functions of the Office of Graduate Programs, including recruitment, advising, admissions, and management of degree programs. The ADGP is a member of the College of Nursing Administrative Leadership Team and a member of the UAH Associate Dean’s Council. The ADGP collaborates with leaders in the Office of Student Affairs, Graduate Admissions, Financial Aid, and the Registrar.

Job Duties

Providing strategic leadership for the College of Nursing Graduate Programs, including MSN with four tracks, DNP, and PhD.
Leading the student recruitment plan for Graduate Programs.
Collaborating with program coordinators and advisors to manage the student life cycle in the graduate programs.
Developing and implementing policies, procedures, and initiatives to support student success in the College of Nursing.
Responding to student requests or formal appeals
Managing resources and staffing, ensuring efficient and effective utilization of resources.
Collaborating with other university departments, research centers, and external stakeholders to promote excellence in graduate education.
Staying abreast of emerging trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements in nursing education.
Fostering a culture of academic excellence and integrity within the College of Nursing through mentorship and faculty professional development.
Ensuring the Office of Graduate Programs monitors student learning and program outcomes for continuous improvement.
Hiring part-time faculty and staff.
Participating in the selection of full-time faculty.
Preparing the class schedule in collaboration with program coordinators.
Revising Graduate Student Handbooks, portions of the graduate catalog, and graduate sections of the Faculty Handbook annually.
Providing enrollment projections for courses to the Dean before each semester.
Monitoring and evaluating faculty effectiveness in teaching, research, service, and outreach.
Preparing reports for regional and nursing accreditation.
Collaborating with other academic departments, institutions, and industry partners to promote opportunities for student engagement, community outreach, and research.
Representing the College of Nursing in professional associations, conferences, and networking events.
Teaching one course per year or more as needed.
Supervising PhD dissertations and DNP projects.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Nursing
Academic rank of associate professor or professor
Three years of progressive leadership in academic programs
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Experience supervising staff members
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
Demonstrated experience in leading processes of organizational change
Willingness to take calculated risks, innovate, and take advantage of opportunities
Experience with regional and nursing accreditation

Preferred Qualifications

Academic rank of Professor
Five years of progressive leadership in academic programs
Experience leading part or all of a self-study for accreditation

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in understandable formats
Working knowledge of relevant software applications, including desktop software, database systems, and enterprise student administration systems
Ability to:
- maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communication
- research and analyze complex information
- communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner
- develop positive working relationships with administrators, staff, students, faculty, and the general public
- work well independently and as part of a team
- be successful in a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment

APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall 2025

About the College: The College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The College offers pre-licensure BSN, accelerated BSN, ADN to BSN, ADN to MSN, MSN tracks in nursing administration, education, and nurse practitioner tracks in family and adult-gerontological acute care, post-graduate certificates, and DNP programs. The College of Nursing also offers a Joint Nursing Science PhD program with the University of Alabama. The College's total fall 2022 enrollment was just under 1,000 students across the degree programs. Extensive distance education programs are offered. The College of Nursing currently cooperates with more than 1300 sites for clinical education. All programs provide opportunities to make a difference in healthcare delivery, teaching, and evidence-based practice or research. More information about the college is found at https://www.uah.edu/nursing.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated appointment date is Fall 2025. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and three (3) letters of reference. Digital submissions should be uploaded to https://forms.office.com/r/vzjw3CuDuR. Please direct any questions related to the position to Amy Lanz, Ed.D., RN/Chair, Faculty Search Committee, UAH, College of Nursing, NB 417, 256-824-2453.

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Position Announcement - Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor

and Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program Director

College of Nursing

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The UAH College of Nursing (UAH CON) seeks a full-time director for the proposed Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) program. The director must be eligible for the Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor rank. The position requires a mixture of administrative and teaching duties. This is a 12-month position, with reappointment in two years, based on performance, availability of funding, and receiving accreditation.

APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall 2025

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College of Science

Position Announcement - Clinical Assistant Professor or Lecturer – Engineering Technology Program

Department of Science

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Position Available: The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor or Lecturer position. This is a 9-month position with optional summer teaching opportunities. Applicants with an MS or PhD in manufacturing, mechanical, electrical engineering or similar background will be considered. Industry experience is preferred. Requirements include undergraduate course development, instruction of online and hybrid courses and student mentoring in the area of Engineering Technology.

Job Description/Requirements: The incumbent will work closely with the program leadership to develop and promote this new academic area. The individual will contribute to the mission, vision, and core values of the College by teaching in accordance with best practices and ABET accreditation requirements. Responsibilities will include teaching in person and online, mentoring students, course development for both in-person and online courses and building relationships with local industry partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

Terminal degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field, preferably with 18 hours of graduate-level courses in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or similar background for a Clinical Assistant Professor position or a Master’s degree in Engineering Technology or a related field for a Lecturer position
Knowledge of best practices for teaching, advising, and mentoring
Commitment to ongoing professional development to maintain currency in the field
Experience in designing/facilitating online and blended delivery courses

Preferred Qualifications:

Two or more years teaching experience in a higher education environment
Knowledge and experience collaborating with community colleges, veteran organizations, and/or government/industry on educational partnerships and/or scholarship opportunities
Relevant Engineering Industry experience
PE license

Responsibilities of the Position:

Teaching undergraduate Engineering Technology courses
Developing quality online and hybrid curriculum
Assisting with the coordination and oversight of part-time ET faculty
Providing leadership and commitment to build and maintain high-quality degree programs
Advising and mentoring students
Collaborating with colleagues to conduct program and course planning and revisions
Attending meetings, training sessions, and recruitment opportunities
Providing service to the University, College and Profession as applicable

APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall 2025

About the Program: Engineering Technology is a new program at the University of Alabama in Huntsville that is growing quickly. The program provides an academic environment that supports both first-year college students and non-traditional students. To meet our students' academic and logistical needs, the department offers in-person and online courses, with all courses offered either online or in evening time slots. The program is positioned to quickly pivot to help meet current industry needs and standards and support student success. Engineering Technology | Departments | College of Science | UAH | The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the College: The UAH College of Science advances cutting-edge research and offers first-rate degree programs thanks to its distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Its location in Huntsville facilitates partnerships and collaborations with NASA, the U.S. Army, NOAA, the Hudson Alpha Institute of Biotechnology, and numerous other high-tech companies. College of Science | UAH | The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Application Procedure and Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated appointment date is Fall 2025. Interested candidates should submit all of the following:

1) Letter of Interest
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Teaching statement
4) Transcripts (official transcripts will be required before hiring; unofficial transcripts may be submitted at this time)
5) Three professional references (Name, Title, Email address & Phone Number)

Digital submissions should be uploaded to https://forms.gle/MxVxjbADacxv7ZeZ9. Please direct any questions to:

Alisa Henrie, PhD
Engineering Technology Program Director
Faculty Search Committee
College of Science
SST 331
e-mail: engtech@uah.edu
256.824.2130

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Position Announcement - Clinical Assistant Professor of Computer Science

Department of Computer Science

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The Department of Computer Science at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) invites applicants for a non-tenure track clinical faculty position at the Clinical Assistant Professor level beginning August 2025. Candidates must be able to teach in cybersecurity and cybersecurity-related systems areas such as networking and operating systems. Candidates must have teaching as their primary career goal rather than research. Prior teaching experience is desirable. Prior industrial experience is a plus.

A PhD or a Doctorate in Computer Science or a closely related area is required. The successful candidate will be able to teach both graduate level and undergraduate level courses in various areas of computer science, especially in cybersecurity. The typical teaching load will be three sections per semester, with a mix of graduate and undergraduate courses.

The department has a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service; the candidate should have good communication skills and strong teaching potential. Candidates must demonstrate willingness to serve on department committees, work in curriculum development, and advise students. Some administrative work is expected.

The Computer Science Department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Computer Science and contributes to interdisciplinary graduate degrees in cybersecurity and software engineering. Faculty research interests are varied and include cybersecurity, mobile computing, data science, HPC, software engineering, visualization, graphics, AI, pattern recognition, and distributed systems. The annual NSF Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) survey ranked UAH as #11 in federally-financed computer and information sciences research expenditures.

APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall 2025

About the College: The UAH College of Science advances cutting-edge research and offers first-rate degree programs thanks to our distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Our location in Huntsville facilitates partnerships and collaborations with NASA, the US Army, NOAA, the HudsonAlpha Institute of Biotechnology, and the numerous high-tech companies located in Cummings Research Park, the second largest research park in the country. College of Science students enjoy the benefits of a research-intensive institution in a medium-sized university.

About the University: Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. With eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study and 17 high-tech research centers, UAH is a Carnegie R1 top-tier research university. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Homeland Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more at www.uah.edu.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Interested candidates must submit a detailed resume with references to csadmin@uah.edu, addressed to Search Committee Chair, Dept. of Computer Science, The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL 35899. Qualified female and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Initial review of applicants will begin in January 2025 and continue until a suitable candidate is found.

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Position Announcement - Assistant Professor - Space Physicist

Department of Space Science

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

About the Position: The Department of Space Science is seeking an outstanding scientist and teacher to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in the field of heliophysics. This position will complement a National Science Foundation Established Program in Support of Competitive Research (EPSCoR) grant that was previously awarded to UAH. Within the general field of low temperature plasma physics, areas of particular interest to the Department include solar and interplanetary physics, especially research that supports the new Parker Solar Probe, Solar Orbiter, IMAP, and HelioSwarm missions in which the Department is engaged, particularly in the areas of coronal and solar wind physics including heating processes, turbulence, particle transport and energization (including pickup ion physics), and related space weather research. We are also looking to possibly expand departmental expertise in the area of magnetospheric and ionospheric physics. The ideal candidate will complement existing strengths within the Department while expanding significantly research capabilities and competencies. We are seeking someone who uses theory, and/or modeling, and observations to address these areas of interest. The successful candidate will teach in accordance with a typical teaching load in the Department, will develop at least two new advanced graduate level courses reflecting their research expertise, and will support and mentor graduate students pursuing MSc and PhD degrees and undergraduate students in summer programs. It is expected that the successful candidate will have a PhD or equivalent degree in a field appropriate to the job description above and will have and pursue independent research funding.

APPOINTMENT DATE: SPRING 2025

About the College: The UAH College of Science advances cutting-edge research and offers first-rate degree programs thanks to our distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Our location in Huntsville facilitates partnerships and collaborations with NASA, the US Army, NOAA, the HudsonAlpha Institute of Biotechnology, and the numerous high-tech companies located in Cummings Research Park, the second largest research park in the country.

College of Science students enjoy the benefits of a research-intensive institution in a medium-sized university, including a 16:1 student-to-professor ratio and numerous research, leadership, and co-op/internship opportunities. The vibrant UAH campus, broad student population, and academic and social organizations provide an enriching and cross-disciplinary student life experience. USA Today, Princeton Review, Consumers Digest, and Payscale have ranked UAH as a top educational value.

UAH is a recognized leader in space research, and the Department of Space Science was created to develop a corresponding academic program with a national ranking.

The Department is a graduate program exclusively, offering an MS or PhD degree in Space Science, although we also teach an undergraduate class in space science for the UAH Honors College. Our students develop a broad spectrum of skills, including computational science, data analysis, analytic theory, and even space instrumentation development. Our graduates work at NASA centers, national labs, universities in the US and abroad, and private industry.

The department enjoys close collaborations with the Center for Space Plasma and Aeronomic Research (CSPAR) and NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. We run several summer schools and an NSF Research Experience for Undergraduate (REU) program.

Created in September 2013, the Department of Space Science is the newest in the College of Science at UAH. Our principal areas of expertise are solar and heliospheric physics and high energy astrophysics.

Application Procedure and Deadline: Applicants must submit a complete CV, a list of publications, a list of awarded research grants, a research statement, a teaching statement, and arrange to have three letters of reference sent to the SPA Space Physics Faculty Search Committee 2024, Department of Space Science, Cramer Research Hall, 320 Sparkman Drive, Huntsville, AL 35899 or by email to spa@uah.edu with the header Faculty Space Physics Search Committee 2024. Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

Inquiries regarding the position or the procedure for application can be directed to Prof. Gary Zank and Dr. Keyvan Ghanbari, respectively.

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