Faculty Openings
Houghton College was founded in 1883 as a Christian liberal arts
college in the Wesleyan tradition. For more than 125 years Houghton
College has prepared students to become global contributors
empowered by a challenging education, taught in a vibrant community
and grounded in Christian faith. Houghton regularly earns
national recognition for its transformative education and commitment
to linking theory with practice. Two thirds of our students
are from the top 25% of their high school class.
Located in beautiful Allegany County, New York, Houghton College has
a student body of around 1,200 students from over 40 states and 25
countries. Baccalaureate degrees are offered in 48 fields and
Master level degrees are offered in Music. Please explore our
website to find out more about our dynamic academic community.
Houghton College is an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity within its administration, faculty, staff and student
populations. Women and minorities are strongly urged to apply.
Current Full Time Faculty Positions - Assistant or Associate Professor
- Applied Mathematics
- Communication & Media Arts
- Associate Dean for Music and Director of the Greatbatch School of Music
- Adolescence Education w/ focus in Literacy
- Inclusive (Special) Education
- Chemistry
- Old Testament
- Director of the Center for Academic Success and Advising
Procedure for applicants
Interested applicants should send, by electronic means, the following:
- Cover letter identifying the position for which applying, detailing qualifications and teaching philosophy
- Current Curriculum Vita which includes all post-secondary educational experiences and degrees; titles of master's/doctoral theses, any honors you have received; employment history
- Names and complete contact information of three references
- Completed Faculty Application, including written responses to the two questions asked.
Send all materials to: facultyapplications@houghton.edu.
Applicants selected for further consideration of employment must provide appropriate grade transcripts and supporting materials as requested, and are expected to submit to a criminal background check.
Faculty members at Houghton College are asked to subscribe to the following College and Wesleyan Church positions:
Current Part Time Faculty Positions
There are no part time faculty positions open at this time. Specific application instructions are included when openings are posted.
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