Assistant Professor

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State University’s Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering invites applications for an Assistant Professor position focused on AI-driven approaches to decision-making in civil infrastructure and environmental systems. This faculty role is based in Raleigh, NC, with responsibilities spanning teaching, research, and service.

We seek a candidate with a doctorate and a strong foundation in AI, data-driven modeling, and large-scale datasets, capable of advancing

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in engineering and artificial intelligence, including fundamentals of modeling, computation, and data-driven analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to apply AI methods to engineering problems.
• Experience with large-scale datasets relevant to infrastructure and environmental systems.
• Proven problem-solving skills with evidence of impactful, applied work.

Responsibilities

• Develop AI-driven approaches for decision-making in civil, construction and environmental engineering.
• Contribute to research spanning infrastructure design, operations, resilience, and sustainable resources.
• Collaborate across disciplines to advance innovation in AI for engineering applications.
• Teach and mentor students at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Publish in peer-reviewed venues and secure external funding.
• Engage with industry and government partners to translate research.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service.
• Support graduate student supervision and mentoring.

Skills

Artificial intelligence

Data-driven analysis

Engineering fundamentals

Problem solving

Education

Doctorate degree

Job description

Location: Raleigh, NC – Department: Civil Construction & Environmental Engineering. Salary: $100,000–$109,000 per annum. Working Hours: Core business hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with flexibility for teaching and research.

About the Department

The Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering offers undergraduate degrees in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, and Environmental Engineering. Graduate programs are offered with specialties in Computing, AI and Systems, Construction Engineering, Water Resources, Coastal and Environmental Engineering, Structural Engineering and Mechanics, Transportation Systems and Materials, Geotechnical / Geoenvironmental Engineering, and Mechanics and Materials. CCEE is among the largest civil engineering graduate programs in the country, supported by a substantial faculty and student body. The department currently boasts 50 tenure‑track faculty and eight non‑tenure track faculty. The faculty is highly recognized with 15 National Science Foundation CAREER Award recipients, 14 members in the NCState Academy of Outstanding Teachers, and 11 endowed professorships. The department has an enrollment of over 800 undergraduates and 300 graduate students.

Job Responsibilities

We are seeking an Assistant Professor whose work centers on developing AI‑driven approaches that strengthen decision‑making in complex, real‑world settings. Situated within CCEE at NCSU, this work advances innovation across civil, construction and environmental engineering, with impacts spanning infrastructure design and operations, community resilience and safety, and the sustainable management of resources.

• Computing, AI and Systems
• Construction Engineering
• Environmental, Water Resources, and Coastal Engineering
• Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
• Mechanics and Materials
• Structural Engineering and Mechanics
• Transportation Materials
• Transportation Systems

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!
• Childcare benefits
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Requires a doctorate degree, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience.

• Strong foundation in engineering and artificial intelligence, including the fundamentals of modeling, computation, and data‑driven analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to apply AI or generative AI methods to solve complex, real‑world engineering problems.
• Experience working with large‑scale or complex datasets relevant to infrastructure and environmental systems.
• Proven problem‑solving skills with evidence of impactful, applied work.
• Capacity to contribute to research with societal impact, including infrastructure design, operations, community resilience, or sustainable resource management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post‑doctoral experience in relevant fields.
• Professional engineering license(s) desirable but not required.
• Experience in domains such as, but not limited to, intelligent transportation systems, cyber‑physical systems, advanced sensing and predictive modeling, structural health monitoring, energy and water systems, or autonomous infrastructure controls.
• Ability to deploy AI systems in real‑world environments.
• Experience developing or adapting AI and generative AI models for engineering applications.
• Track record of collaborating on multidisciplinary initiatives or research programs and ability to apply AI models across diverse applications.

Licensing

None required.

EEO Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or [e-mail].

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