Assistant Professor of Transportation Engineering

American Society of Civil Engineers; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 82,800 - 101,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Generous retirement plan with 6% matching

Paid holidays and vacation leave

Reduced tuition for state-supported courses

Job summary

South Dakota State University is looking for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Transportation Engineering. The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate courses, advise students, and develop a funded research program in transportation engineering.

Located in Brookings, SD, this full-time position offers a starting salary of $92,000. Excellent benefits including medical, dental, retirement plans, and relocation assistance are also available.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a focus on Transportation Engineering.
• Ability or potential to establish a funded research program.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate civil engineering courses.
• Advise students and guide their research.
• Develop a funded research program in transportation engineering.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Research funding potential

Teaching at collegiate level

Education

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering

Job description

Assistant Professor of Transportation Engineering

Civil & Environmental Engineering

South Dakota State University

Position Summary

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at South Dakota State University invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering with a focus on Transportation Engineering. We are seeking a scholar who is excited to contribute to our growing program through innovative teaching, impactful research, and meaningful engagement with students and industry partners. Located in Brookings, South Dakota, this is a full‑time, 9‑month, benefit‑eligible position with an anticipated start date of January 2027 (preferred) or August 2027. The position reports to the Department Head of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach and develop undergraduate and graduate courses in civil engineering, with an emphasis on transportation engineering.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students and guide student research.
• Develop and maintain an externally funded research program in transportation engineering. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, intelligent transportation systems, transportation safety and efficiency, traffic operations, transportation data analytics and/or resilient transportation systems.
• Engage in professional activities and contribute to service at the department, college, university, and professional levels.

Salary

The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, starting at $92,000.

Benefits

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state‑sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state‑supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or closely related field with emphasis on Transportation Engineering received by start date.
• Have at least one earned degree at any level in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program or provide evidence of teaching coursework at an ABET‑accredited program.
• Ability or potential to establish an externally funded research program in one or more of the following areas of intelligent transportation systems, transportation safety and efficiency, traffic operations, transportation data analytics and/or resilient transportation systems.
• Ability or potential to teach at the collegiate level.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Application Deadline

Position closes August 16, 2026.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land‑grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].