Assistant Professor - Drilling Engineering

Department: Petroleum
EngineeringSalary: Commensurate with experience
Description:

The Petroleum Engineering Department at the University of
Houston is accepting applications for a tenure-track faculty
position at the Assistant Professor rank starting the 2027 academic
year. We are seeking an outstanding faculty candidate with superior
skills for pioneering research and effective teaching.

We invite applications from candidates with expertise in drilling
engineering and its applications to oil and gas, geothermal energy,
carbon capture and sequestration (CCS), and/or subsurface energy
storage. Candidates from all areas of drilling engineering are
encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to individuals with
expertise in drilling automation, autonomous drilling systems,
digital drilling technologies, and the application of Artificial
Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Data Analytics (DA)
to drilling engineering research and education. The successful
candidate is expected to establish a strong externally funded
research program, develop industry collaborations, contribute to
undergraduate and graduate education, and advance innovative
technologies for sustainable and efficient energy
development.

The Houston Metropolitan Area offers excellent quality of living
and a vibrant arts and entertainment scene propelled by a growing
economy. Houston is home to the Texas Medical Center and has a
broad industrial base in Energy, Chemicals, Materials, Aeronautics,
and Medical Technologies offering additional opportunities for
collaborative research.

The University of Houston welcomes candidates whose experience in
teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to
contribute to our commitment to excellence.

Qualifications:

A PhD in petroleum engineering or a related discipline is
required.

Application:

Review of applicants will begin on November 30, 2026.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Interested individuals should submit the following:

• Cover letter describing their interest in the position.
• Current curriculum vitae.
• Detailed description of research interests, experience and future

plans (up to 3 pages).

• Statement of teaching experience and philosophy (up to 2

pages).

• Names and contact details (email address and phone number) of at

least three professional references.

Please apply online at https://www.uh.edu/careers/.

The position is available effective September 1, 2027.

Please note that, owing to the large number of applications
generally received, only those applicants selected for an interview
will be contacted. We sincerely thank all applicants for their
interest and for taking the time to apply.

For more information, please contact:

Petroleum Engineering Search Committee

Technology Bridge Building 9, Room 219

University of Houston

5000 Gulf FRWY

Houston, TX 77204-0945

http://www.petr.uh.edu

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.