Assistant Professor-Civil Engineering

The College of New Jersey; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 108,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition waiver

Professional development support

Job summary

The College of New Jersey invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering with a focus on transportation engineering. The successful candidate will contribute to our undergraduate transportation curriculum and engage in scholarship in transportation systems analysis, planning, and data-informed decision making.

The position requires teaching core transportation courses, advising senior design projects, mentoring undergraduate research, and developing advanced

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or closely related field by time of appointment.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and scholarly activity.
• Professional licensure, progress toward licensure, or relevant practice valued.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate transportation engineering courses.
• Advise senior design projects and mentor undergraduate research.
• Develop advanced coursework in transportation topics.
• Collaborate across the School of Engineering and with external partners on research and applied projects.

Skills

Transportation planning

Traffic operations

Data analytics

Teaching

Education

Doctorate in Civil/Transportation Engineering

Tools

Statistical tools

Programming basics

Job description

Appointment Type: Tenure Track

State Title: Assistant Professor

Bargaining Unit: AFT

Employment Type: 35 Hours per week/Full-time

Expected Term: 08/07/2027 - 06/07/2030

Compensation: Range 25 /$108,433.95 - $116,469.62

About TCNJ

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.

Position Overview:

We seek a transportation engineer who will contribute to our undergraduate transportation curriculum while developing teaching and scholarship in transportation systems analysis, planning, and data informed decision making.

The successful candidate will share responsibility for the department's core transportation engineering curriculum and will have opportunities to develop advanced undergraduate coursework reflecting their technical and scholarly interests. Areas of particular interest include transportation systems analysis, transportation planning, traffic operations, transportation safety, intelligent transportation systems, infrastructure systems, and the application of probability, statistics, optimization, or data analytics to transportation engineering. Candidates with complementary expertise in other areas of transportation engineering are also encouraged to apply.

The Civil Engineering Department emphasizes rigorous undergraduate engineering education, close interaction between faculty and students, and integration of engineering analysis, design, and professional practice. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate transportation engineering planning and design courses, contribute to instruction in civil engineering probability and statistics or related analytical topics, advise senior design projects, mentor undergraduate research, and develop advanced coursework in their area of expertise.

The successful candidate will also be expected to establish or maintain a sustainable program of scholarly activity appropriate to TCNJ's teacher-scholar model. Opportunities exist for interdisciplinary collaboration with faculty across the School of Engineering and the College, including work involving transportation, infrastructure systems, sustainability, sensing, data analytics, and related areas. Engagement with government agencies, industry, and the engineering profession is encouraged.

Candidates must have an earned doctorate in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a closely related field by the time of appointment. Candidates should demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and scholarly activity. Professional engineering licensure, progress toward licensure, and relevant professional practice, government, or consulting experience are valued.

The Department of Civil Engineering offers an ABET-accredited undergraduate program with strong student demand and excellent post-graduation outcomes. Faculty work closely with students throughout the curriculum, including classroom instruction, laboratory and design experiences, undergraduate research, and senior capstone projects. The successful candidate will join an established transportation program and help shape its continued development in transportation systems analysis and planning.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact [e-mail].

Employee Benefits

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program(Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
• Access to extensive learning opportunities

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.

Primary Location:

Armstrong Hall - Engineering

Work Locations:

Armstrong Hall - Engineering (Armstrong Hall - Engineering)

2000 Pennington Rd

Ewing Township, 08628

Job: Faculty

Organization: The College of New Jersey

Job Posting: Sep 16, 2026, 3:03:13 PM