Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor of Practice in Transportation Systems Engineering

Morgan State University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a dynamic and innovative scholar for a faculty position in Transportation Systems Engineering. This role offers the opportunity to engage in high-quality research, teach courses related to transportation systems, and develop a robust research agenda. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to education and collaboration, with the potential to secure external funding. This position is perfect for those passionate about shaping the future of transportation and urban infrastructure while contributing to a diverse academic community.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in relevant field or Master's with 10 years experience required.
• Strong research and teaching skills in transportation systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research in transportation and urban infrastructure.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in transportation systems engineering.
• Engage in collaborative research with faculty and industry partners.

Skills

Research Skills

Teaching Skills

Multimodal Transportation Planning

Railway Engineering

Quantitative Methods

Machine Learning

Big Data Analytics

Grant Writing

Education

Ph.D. in Transportation Engineering

Master's Degree with 10 years experience

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor of Practice in Transportation Systems Engineering
Division Division of Academic Affairs
Department Transportation & Urban Infrastructure Studies
Work Status Full Time
Position Category Faculty
Faculty Rank Open Rank
FLSA Exempt
Pay Range
Salary Range Assistant Professor: $75,000 to $120,000 (Based on discipline); Associate Professor: $80,000 to $170,000 (Based on discipline); Professor of Practice: $75,000 to $105,000
Fund Source State Support
Job Summary
Morgan State University is seeking applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position (open rank) in the Department of Transportation and Urban Infrastructure Studies. We are looking for a dynamic and innovative scholar with a strong commitment to research, teaching, and service in the area of rail transportation engineering. Candidates with strong industry experience will be considered for a non-tenure track Professor of Practice Position.

Job Duties
The successful candidate should be prepared to:

• Conduct high-quality research in the field of transportation and urban infrastructure.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to transportation systems engineering (particularly rail transportation).
• Develop and maintain a research agenda, including seeking external funding.
• Engage in collaborative research with faculty, industry partners, and government agencies.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics
Postdoc, industry, and/or prior teaching experience is preferred.

Required Minimum Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the position is expected to have the following minimum qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Transportation Engineering, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field or a master's degree with a minimum of 10 years of work experience.
• Evidence of ability to develop/update and teach undergraduate and graduate transportation systems courses in the areas of multimodal transportation planning and modeling, railway engineering, airport and seaport design and management, quantitative methods, and/or machine learning and big data analytics;
• Evidence of ability to secure grants and conduct/supervise high-level research in multimodal transportation.
• Evidence of ability to work in a diverse and cross-disciplinary work environment;
• A strong record of research and publication in relevant fields.

Other Preferences for Consideration

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FA00350
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Open Date 07/29/2024
Best Consideration Date
Job Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicant
Motivated candidates should submit their curriculum vitae and personal statements addressing their teaching philosophy and research agenda, transcripts, and one sample of Scholarly Writing (i.e., dissertation chapter or published article). Candidates selected for an interview will be required to submit three reference letters from former professors, employers, or peers.

Supplemental Questions

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other
2. * What is the highest level of education attained?
   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • PHD
3. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+
4. * Are you a current employee of the university?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Transcripts (unofficial)
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. Statement of Interest
6. Research Philosophy

Optional Documents