Individuals interested in faculty positions should contact the Dean or Chair of the College or Department to obtain more information about potential openings. Contact information is available on the Colleges and Departments page of this web site, or by contacting provost@harding.edu.
Candidates must be active members of the church of Christ and demonstrate a commitment to Christian education. Harding University is a private Christian institution of higher education chiefly supported by the churches of Christ.
The list below provides information about faculty positions currently available at Harding University.
Initial application should include a letter of interest and curriculum vitae. To complete the application two spiritual references, two professional references, a statement of teaching philosophy, and an official transcript for all degrees earned are required.
Salary and rank are determined based on credentials and experience.
COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH. Seeking qualified applicants for a 10-month principal faculty position for the Harding department of Cardiac Function & Interventional Technology (CFIT); rank will be commensurate with applicant experience. Responsibilities will include working with existing faculty to develop cardiac device continuing education program, teach in the program's core on-ground, and on-line curriculum, advising and mentoring students, assisting with the technology lab, conducting scholarly activity in the faculty's area of expertise, and engaging in service to the college, university, and community.
Qualified applicants will be expected to have three plus years’ experience working with cardiac electrophysiology (EP) mapping systems, possess a minimum of a master's degree, a minimum of three years of clinical experience; prior teaching experience and IBHRE certification is preferred.
Submit application materials to Kenneth Turley, CFIT director and professor, krturley@harding.
COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH. The Physical Therapy Program is seeking applications for a full-time 12-month faculty appointment beginning Fall 2024. Applicants must have a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree or a physical therapy degree (master's or bachelor's) with a terminal degree such as Ph.D., DHS, or Ed.D. Additionally, the candidate must hold a current PT license with eligibility for licensure in Arkansas. Preference will be given to those with experience in pharmacology, differential diagnosis and wellness or research.
Submit application materials to Dr. Kevin Ramey, PT program director, at kramey1@harding.edu or Box 12292, Searcy, AR 72149.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF ART, ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN. Harding University Architecture & Interior Architecture Faculty
Harding University is seeking candidates for a full-time Architecture and Interior Architecture faculty position. Come join us as we build a new architecture program on a strong foundation of Christian values, dedicated to educating students who will be passionate about design and the creative process, responsible stewards of the created environment, practice empathy and respect for individual diversity, possess technical capability, collaborate and lead with integrity and respect, selflessly serve their community and seek continual improvement for themselves and society. Come be a part of something exceptional and transformative with opportunity for impact and advancement.
Architecture and Interior Architecture faculty will assist in the continuing development and implementation of the Accelerated Architecture Program which includes both a Bachelor in Architectural Studies (BA-AS) and a Master of Architecture (M.Arch). Harding University is a faith-based institution affiliated with the churches of Christ. Candidates should exhibit a commitment to Christian higher education and a desire to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of Harding.
Salary and rank will be determined based on credentials and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• A Master of Architecture (M.Arch) degree or a master’s degree or Ph.D. in interior architecture, interior design, urban planning, historic preservation or a closely related field
• Higher education academic experience with a NAAB or CIDA accredited program
• Professional Practice Experience
• Professional licensure in the U.S. or international equivalent
• Evidence of community, professional and academic partnership experiences
• Professional leadership experience
Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to Mike Steelman, AIA, Architecture Program Director, Box 12253, Searcy, AR 72149-5616, msteelman@harding.edu
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (Psychology Faculty)
Seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Behavioral Sciences Psychology Program beginning Fall, 2025. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Candidates with a doctorate in psychology or closely related fields are preferred. ABD and master’s level candidates may be considered.The ideal candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in psychology, advising and mentoring undergraduate students, conducting scholarly activity in the faculty’s area of expertise, and engaging in service to the college, university and community. The Psychology Program at Harding offers B.S. degrees in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience.
To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae and statement of teaching interests to Dr. Travis McNeal, Director of Psychology, at behavsci@harding.edu or to 915 E. Market Street. Box 12260, Searcy, AR 72149.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY. (Biology Faculty)
Seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in Biology beginning Spring or Fall, 2025. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Candidates with a Ph.D. in the biological sciences are preferred. The ideal candidate has teaching experience in anatomy or physiology, but candidates with experience in other subdisciplines of biology are welcome to apply. The primary responsibilities of this position include teaching undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses, advising and mentoring undergraduate students, conducting scholarly activity in the area of expertise, and engaging in service to the department, university, and community. Preference will be given to candidates who can guide undergraduate students in research projects.
To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching interests to Dr. Rebekah Rampey at rrampey@harding.edu or to 915 E. Market Street, Box 12251, Searcy, AR 72149. For more information, email Dr. Rampey or call 501-279-5497.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY
Seeking an adjunct chemistry or physical science instructor to teach introductory chemistry or physical science classes, or chemistry laboratory classes. Some regular availability for assisting students outside class is expected. A master’s or Ph.D. in chemistry is preferred, though sufficient experience teaching AP Chemistry may be acceptable.
Harding University is a faith-based institution affiliated with the churches of Christ. Candidates should exhibit a commitment to Christian higher education and a desire to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of Harding.
To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching interests to Dr. Cindy White at clwhite@harding.edu or to 915 E. Market Street, Box 12272, Searcy, AR 72149. For more information, email Dr. White or call 501-279-4951.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY (Chemistry Faculty)
Seeking a full-time faculty member with a Ph.D. in chemistry beginning Fall 2025. All fields and subdisciplines within chemistry are welcome to apply and will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching experience and can mentor undergraduate research students. The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching undergraduate courses in chemistry, including freshmen chemistry, advising and mentoring undergraduate students, conducting scholarly activity in the faculty’s area of expertise and engaging in service to the college, university and community.
Harding University is a faith-based institution affiliated with the churches of Christ. Candidates should exhibit a commitment to Christian higher education and a desire to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of Harding.
To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching interests to Dr. Cindy White at clwhite@harding.edu or to 915 E. Market Street, Box 12272, Searcy, AR 72149. For more information, email Dr. White or call 501-279-4951.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE. Seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in computer science. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Candidates must have a masters degree or Ph.D. in computer science or a closely related field. The primary responsibilities for this position includes curriculum development, teaching of undergraduate courses in programming, databases, software engineering, cybersecurity and other areas of computer science, and directing senior capstone experiences.
To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching interests to Dr. Frank McCown at fmccown@harding.edu or to 915 E. Market St., Box 10764, Searcy, AR 72149. For more information, email Dr. McCown or call 501-279-4826.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING & PHYSICS. Mechanical Engineering Faculty
Seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in mechanical engineering. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Candidates with a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or a closely related field are preferred. The primary responsibilities for this position include curriculum development, teaching of undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in the thermofluid science area and assisting with the accreditation of the mechanical engineering program.
Harding University is a faith-based institution affiliated with the churches of Christ. Candidates should exhibit a commitment to Christian higher education and a desire to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate educational mission of Harding. To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching interests to Dr. Zane Gastineau at zgastineau@harding.edu or to 915 E. Market St., Box 12290, Searcy, AR 72149. For more information, email Dr. Gastineau or call 501-279-5440.
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS. (Mathematics Faculty)
Seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in Mathematics beginning Fall, 2025. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Candidates with a Ph.D. in mathematics or statistics are preferred. The ideal candidate has teaching experience in undergraduate mathematics and/or statistics courses. The primary responsibilities of this position include teaching undergraduate mathematics and statistics courses, advising and mentoring undergraduate students, conducting scholarly activity in the area of expertise, and engaging in service to the department, university, and community.
To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching interests to Dr. Ron Smith at rgsmith@harding.edu or to 915 E. Market Street, Box 10764, Searcy, AR 72149. For more information, email Dr. Smith or call 501-279-5597.
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ● Accounting Faculty
Seeking a full-time faculty member for the Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration with appointment beginning Fall 2025. A preference will be given to a Ph.D. in Accounting or a Master’s degree with an Accounting or Data Analytics emphasis. Accounting experience is also preferred.
The primary responsibilities for this position include developing and teaching of various undergraduate courses in accounting, academic advising, recruitment and retention activities and participation in college and University committees.
We are committed to the promotion of free markets and economic freedom.
Interested individuals should submit a letter of application and a current vitae/resume. Please send applications to Dr. Allen Frazier at afrazier@harding.edu or to Harding University, College of Business Administration, Box 10774, Searcy, AR 72149.
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ● Accounting Faculty
Seeking a full-time faculty member for the Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration with appointment beginning Fall 2025. A preference will be given to a Ph.D. in Accounting or a Master’s degree with an Accounting or Data Analytics emphasis. Accounting experience is also preferred.
The primary responsibilities for this position include developing and teaching of various undergraduate courses in accounting, academic advising, recruitment and retention activities and participation in college and University committees.
We are committed to the promotion of free markets and economic freedom.
Interested individuals should submit a letter of application and a current vitae/resume. Please send applications to Dr. Allen Frazier at afrazier@harding.edu or to Harding University, College of Business Administration, Box 10774, Searcy, AR 72149.
COLLEGE OF NURSING. Part-time Clinical Faculty, Rogers, Arkansas campus
Seeking part-time clinical nursing faculty in pediatrics, obstetrics, medical/surgical, psychiatric and critical care sub-specialities for the accelerated bachelor of science in Nursing program in Rogers, Arkansas. Clinical groups may be supervised as scheduling will allow. The successful candidates should maintain
an active, unencumbered nursing license; be eligible for RN licensing in the state of Arkansas; have a minimum of a graduate degree in nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing; and have nursing practice experience. Responsibilities include teaching and leading undergraduate clinical groups in nursing practice settings, evaluating student preparation and written clinical assignments, assisting with simulation, evaluation of clinical competency and performance and leading pre and post clinical conferences to meet course clinical objectives.
For more information, please contact Dr. Susan Kehl at skehl@harding.edu, Box 12265, Searcy, AR 72149 or 502-279-4941.