Assistant Professor in Civil & Environmental Engineering

University of California - Merced; Merced, California, Village of Avon (CA, MO, NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and collaborative institution seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Civil & Environmental Engineering. This role emphasizes excellence in research, teaching, and service, focusing on structural design and sustainable infrastructure. Candidates should have a Ph.D. and a commitment to interdisciplinary research. The position offers opportunities for professional development and engagement with industry partners. Join a forward-thinking community dedicated to solving complex societal challenges and enhancing educational opportunities for diverse students.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in related field required by appointment time.
• Teaching experience in engineering disciplines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in structural design and sustainable practices.
• Teach courses in structural analysis and geotechnical engineering.

Skills

Structural Design

Sustainable Building Practices

Water-Related Infrastructure

Structural Health Monitoring

Data Analysis

Teaching Experience

Education

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering

Ph.D. in Structural Engineering

Ph.D. in Sustainability Engineering

Job description

Position overview
Position title:
Assistant Professor in Civil & Environmental Engineering

Salary range:
The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment; see table. The salary range for this position is $103,700 - $129,600. Off-scale salaries and other components of pay (i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step) are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Percent time:
100%

Anticipated start:
July 1, 2025

Position duration:
Tenure-track

Application Window

Open date: November 12, 2024

Most recent review date: Thursday, Feb 6, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Saturday, Jun 28, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The University of California, Merced, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering. This position is anticipated to start on July 1, 2025. We seek innovative and collaborative candidates who are committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service.

We seek a candidate with expertise in structural design, including steel, reinforced concrete and wood. With research specialization in areas including one or more of the following:

* sustainable buildings and infrastructure (e.g., green and resilient building materials life cycle assessment)

* water-related infrastructure, structural resilience to natural disasters, adaptive materials (e.g., smart, self-healing, and/or energy-absorbing materials),

* structural health monitoring (e.g., advanced sensors and the Internet of Things, data analysis and modeling)

Teaching assignments will be in the following areas:

* structural analysis and design

* geotechnical engineering

* surveying and geomatics

* engineering fundamentals

We expect the successful candidate to secure extramural funding for their efforts and to engage in interdisciplinary research with other faculty (e.g., materials science, environmental engineering, water resources, geomatics, social sciences) to solve complex societal challenges.

Career long professional development through engagement with appropriate societies and industrial partners is also encouraged to enhance the practical aspects of their research and teaching.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

Applicants will be considered if they meet the basic qualifications of having a Ph.D. degree in civil, structural or sustainability engineering, or a related field at the time of appointment is required.

All but dissertation (ABD) candidates will be considered but will require the Ph.D. to be completed by the start date.

Preferred qualifications

Teaching experience, ranging from university teaching assistantships to leading a course.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter

  
  

• Statement of Research

  
  

• Statement of Teaching

  
  

• Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion. Please review the UC Merced Diversity Statement Guidelines and UC's Commitment to Diversity

  
  

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Please enter the names and contact information for three references to provide letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation will be solicited after finalists have been identified.

Apply link:
https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF01839

Help contact: [e-mail]

About UC Merced

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (https://cie.ucmerced.edu/analytics-hub/student-statistics), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.

Job location

Merced, CA