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Assistant Professor of Practice - Petroleum Engineering

Position Number: 6088235
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Engineering - Other Engineering

Assistant Professor of Practice - Petroleum Engineering

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Position DescriptionThe Department of Petroleum Engineering in the College of Engineering at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, Assistant Professor of Practice to begin April 15, 2025.

Position Description
The Department of Petroleum Engineering in the College of Engineering at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, Assistant Professor of Practice to begin April 15, 2025.

Major/Essential Functions
At Texas Tech University, the Professor of Practice title is used to recruit individuals with exceptional backgrounds and achievements in academic, business, government, or other professional practice. Primary responsibilities normally will be to teach in an area of expertise, mentor students in professional and career preparation, and liaise with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Petroleum Engineering, or a closely related field;
Evidence of teaching/mentoring new or prospective engineers.

Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

Experience in oil and gas field operations, including drilling, production, and facilities.
Experience in oil and gas property economic evaluations and development.
Experience in the design of drilling and production systems.
Have a network of oilfield industry contacts that could aid in research and teaching.

Special Instructions to Applicant
Please include the following documents in your application:

Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter, maximum two pages.
List of references

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Smith Leggett, Search Committee Chair at sleggett@ttu.edu.

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.