Assistant Professor, Computational Geotechnics

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in geotechnical engineering with expertise in advanced computational geotechnics. The candidate will develop an externally funded research program, mentor graduate students, and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education.

Research areas of interest include computational methods, multi-physics modeling, digital twins, data-enabled geomechanics, and resilient infrastructure systems.

Qualifications

• PhD in engineering or related field required.
• Experience designing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Ability to secure external funding and mentor graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Develop undergraduate and graduate learning environments.
• Establish externally funded research programs.
• Mentor graduate students.
• Collaborate with other faculty.
• Contribute to department and professional service.

Skills

Mentor graduate students

Collaborate with faculty

External research funding

Curriculum development

Education

PhD in engineering or related field

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in geotechnical engineering with expertise in advanced computational geotechnics. The candidate will develop an externally funded research program, mentor graduate students, and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education.

Research areas of interest include computational methods, multi-physics modeling, digital twins, data-enabled geomechanics, and resilient infrastructure systems.