Assistant or Associate Professor - AI-Enabled Manufacturing Systems

Assistant or Associate Professor - AI-Enabled Manufacturing Systems

• 497100
• Full-Time
• Industrial Engineering

Add to favorites View favorites

Department: Industrial and Systems Engineering Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description:

The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) in the Cullen College of Engineering at the University of Houston invites applications for a Presidential Frontier Faculty (PFF) position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank in AI-Enabled Manufacturing Systems. We seek candidates who will advance the design and operation of intelligent, automated, resilient, and human-centered manufacturing systems through cutting-edge interdisciplinary research, innovative teaching, and student mentorship. The PFF program is a university-wide interdisciplinary hiring initiative overseen by university leadership to recruit a large cohort of convergence research faculty working in areas related to energy, health, sustainability, and security.

Qualifications: Applicants must hold an earned Ph.D. in industrial engineering or a closely related field by the time of appointment. We are especially interested in candidates whose research explores how artificial intelligence, quantum computing, digital twins, human judgment, and operational decision-making can be integrated to create reliable, scalable, and resilient manufacturing systems. Successful candidates must demonstrate strong potential for, or an established record of, developing a well-funded nationally recognized research program, publishing peer-reviewed scholarship, securing external funding, advising students, and contributing to teaching innovation, with accomplishments commensurate with the rank sought. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience.

The University: The University of Houston is a Carnegie-designated Tier One public research university and the flagship institution of the University of Houston System. With more than 49,000 students, UH is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and community engagement. Faculty have access to outstanding research facilities and strong institutional support for pursuing competitive external funding. In particular, advanced materials and manufacturing is a major institutional research priority at UH, supported by a growing ecosystem of interdisciplinary centers, shared facilities, computational infrastructure, and industry partnerships.

The Department: The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering has 24 full-time faculty members and approximately 900 students enrolled in bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. The department is experiencing significant growth in research activity and student enrollment and seeks to expand its leadership in advanced manufacturing and AI-enabled decision-making. Faculty have opportunities to collaborate across the college, university, and greater Houston community in areas including smart manufacturing, automation, energy systems, resilience, supply chains, healthcare, sustainability, and data-driven operations.

The City of Houston: The University of Houston's 600-acre campus is located near downtown Houston, the fourth-largest city in the United States and a global center for energy, aerospace, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. Recent investments include Apple's Advanced Manufacturing Center and advanced AI server manufacturing operations, as well as Eli Lilly's planned $6.5 billion pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This growing industrial ecosystem offers exceptional opportunities for research and collaboration in AI-enabled manufacturing.

Application Submission: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with full consideration given to applications received by December 1, 2026. Members of the search committee will attend the 2026 INFORMS Annual Meeting. Candidates who wish to be considered for an interview during the meeting must submit a complete application by October 23, 2026.

Applicants should submit (1) a cover letter highlighting their qualifications and interest in the position, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of research interests, (4) a statement of teaching interests, and (5) the names and contact information of three references. To apply, please go to https://uh.edu/human-resources/careers/ and complete your online application.

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.