Faculty Jobs

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.edu, or Box 12281, 915 E. Market Ave, Searcy, AR 72149-5615.

COLLEGE OF ARTS and SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF ART, ARCHITECTURE and DESIGN. (Architecture Faculty)

Harding University is seeking candidates for a full-time Architecture faculty position. Come join us as we build a new architecture program at an amazing institution with a strong commitment to excellence, community and common purpose, 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 faculty will assist in the continuing development and implementation of the Accelerated Architecture Curriculum which includes both a Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies (BA-AS) and a Master of Architecture (M.Arch). Faculty will assist in the NAAB accreditation process in accordance with the established timeline for achieving initial accreditation in 2028. The Architecture Program was granted NAAB Candidacy in 2024.

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 is preferred. A master's degree or Ph.D. in a closely related field will be considered.
• Higher education academic experience with a NAAB accredited program
• Licensed to practice architecture in the U.S. or international equivalent
• Professional Practice Experience
• 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 and 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 and SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY (Biology Faculty)

Seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in Biology. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Candidates with a Ph.D. in the biological sciences are preferred. The ideal candidate has teaching experience in microbiology and immunology, but candidates with experience in other subdisciplines of molecular and cellular 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 and SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY and 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.

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 and SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY and 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. 

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 and SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION (Communication Faculty)

Seeking a full-time faculty member beginning Fall 2025. Candidates with a doctorate in Communication or a related field are preferred. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a full load of undergraduate courses across the Communication curriculum. All fields and subdisciplines within Communication are welcome to apply and will be considered, specifically those who can teach advertising, journalism, and our introductory Communication Principles course. The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching, advising, and mentoring students in the faculty’s area of expertise, as well as service to the college, university and community. Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching experience.

To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching interests to Dr. Charles Bane at cbane@harding.edu or to 915 E. Market Street, Box 10765, Searcy, AR  72149.

COLLEGE OF ARTS and 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 and SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING and 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.

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 and SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES (Food and Nutrition Faculty)

Seeking applicants for a full-time, 9-month faculty position in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences' Food and Nutrition Program. Candidates with a doctorate in nutrition and/or dietetics or a closely related field are preferred; master’s level candidates may be considered.  Preference will be given to candidates who are Registered Dietitian Nutritionists.  Responsibilities will include teaching courses in areas of specialty at the undergraduate and graduate level, both on-campus and online, recruiting, mentoring and advising students, and serving on departmental, college, and university committees. The Food and Nutrition program at Harding University offers a BS degree in Food and Nutrition and a MS degree in Applied Dietetics Practice.

Submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae to Brittany Cumbie, Chair, at fcs@harding.edu.

COLLEGE OF ARTS and SCIENCES ● DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE (Theatre Faculty)

Seeking applicants for a full-time nine-month faculty position in Theatre. The successful candidate will hold an MFA degree in Theatre, with an appropriate specialization in either design, technical theatre, acting, or directing. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching and professional experience. The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching undergraduate courses in theatre, focusing on the candidate's particular specialization area. The position will also serve as an integral part of the production team for the department. We anticipate other faculty positions in design/technical theatre/acting/directing being available in the fall of 2026 and encourage interested parties to apply.

To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching interests to Dr. Steven Frye, department chair, sfrye@harding.edu or 915 E. Market Street Box 10873, Searcy, AR 72149. For more information, email Dr. Frye or call 501-279-4147.

COLLEGE OF BIBLE AND MINISTRY ● Faculty 

Seeking a full-time faculty member in the College of Bible and Ministry. Ph.D. in Biblical Studies or related field is preferred.  Candidates must also demonstrate a consistent involvement in Christian ministry.

A significant responsibility of this position will be teaching Liberal Arts textual Bible in both Testaments.  Other curricular assignments consistent with preparation will be considered.

Interested applicants should send a letter of application, a resume with contact information for three references, and transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work by e-mail to Monte Cox (mcox@harding.edu) or by mail to Monte Cox, Dean, College of Bible and Ministry, Harding University, Box 12280, Searcy, AR  72149.  Please submit application and resume by March 1.

COLLEGE OF BIBLE AND MINISTRY ● Faculty and Equip Director (Distance Education in Bible) 

Seeking a full-time faculty member in the College of Bible and Ministry to direct the Distance Education in Bible program known as Equip.  Ph.D. in Biblical Studies or related field is preferred. The successful candidate will have experience in administration and in online course delivery. Candidates must also demonstrate a consistent involvement in Christian ministry. The role will also include teaching on ground textual Bible in both Testaments. Other curricular assignments consistent with preparation will be considered.

Interested applicants should send a letter of application, a resume with contact information for three references, and transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work by e-mail to Monte Cox (mcox@harding.edu) or by mail to Monte Cox, Dean, College of Bible and Ministry, Harding University, Box 12280, Searcy, AR  72149.  Please submit application and resume by March 1.

COLLEGE OF NURSING. Full-time Nursing Faculty, Searcy Arkansas 

Seeking full-time nursing faculty in adult medical/surgical and critical care sub-specialities for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in Searcy, Arkansas. The successful candidates should maintain an active, unencumbered nursing license; be eligible for RN licensing in the state of Arkansas; have a  Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a graduate degree in Nursing; and have at least 2 years of nursing practice experience in medical surgical or critical care settings. 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. Full-time faculty participate in collaborative committee work to complete all accreditation requirements, and contribute to the scholarship goals within the college.

Please contact Dr. Susan Kehl, dean, at nursing@harding.ed or Harding University, Carr College of Nursing, Box 12265, Searcy, AR 72149 or 501-279-4476..

COLLEGE OF NURSING. Full-time Nursing Faculty, Rogers, Arkansas 

Seeking full-time nursing faculty in adult medical/surgical and critical care sub-specialities for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in Rogers, Arkansas. The successful candidates should maintain an active, unencumbered nursing license; be eligible for RN licensing in the state of Arkansas; have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a graduate degree in Nursing; and have at least 2 years of nursing practice experience in medical surgical or critical care settings. Responsibilities may 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. Full-time faculty in Rogers supervise the part-time clinical faculty in all medical-surgical and critical care courses.  Full-time faculty participate in collaborative committee work to complete all accreditation requirements, and contribute to the scholarship goals within the college.

Please contact Dr. Susan Kehl, dean, at nursing@harding.ed or Harding University, Carr College of Nursing, Box 12265, Searcy, AR 72149 or 501-279-4476..

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 501-279-4941.