Environmental Engineering Faculty (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor)

Ecoeng; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Michigan University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Environmental Engineering, beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop an externally funded research program, and advise students in research and capstone projects.

Preferred expertise includes solid and hazardous waste engineering, environmental biotechnology, or air pollution engineering. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated potential for quality teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Evidence of ability to develop a rigorous scholarship program.
• Commitment to securing external funding and publishing in peer‑reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses and laboratories.
• Develop an externally funded research program.
• Advise students in research and capstone design projects.
• Contribute service to the program, school, college, and university.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Education

PhD in Environmental Engineering

Job description

Environmental Engineering Faculty (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor)

The School of Engineering & Technology at Central Michigan University invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to support the Environmental Engineering program. The start date for this position is August 2027. We seek a colleague with expertise in any aspect of Environmental Engineering, but preference will be given to candidates with backgrounds in one of the following areas:

• Solid and hazardous waste engineering


• Molecular biology techniques for environmental engineering (e.g., qPCR, metagenomics, etc.)


• Air pollution engineering

The selected candidate is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and laboratories, develop an externally funded research program, advise students in research and capstone design projects, and contribute service to benefit the program, School, College, University, profession, and surrounding community. The selected candidate will teach required and elective courses in the Environmental Engineering program but may also teach general engineering and engineering technology courses (depending on specific expertise) that support all programs within the School.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Ecological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related field. Candidates with a Ph.D. in a related, non-engineering field must have an undergraduate engineering degree in one of the disciplines listed above to be considered for this position. ExceptionalABDcandidates will be considered if their degree is completed by the start of the appointment.

Potential for outstanding teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels and the ability to teach core and elective courses offered within the School.

Demonstrated record of quality research and ability to develop a rigorous scholarship program that involves students.

Strong commitment to research that attracts external funding and leads to publications in competitive peer-reviewed journals.

Commitment to student success and fostering a supportive environment for every member of our university community.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated record of effective teaching as the lead instructor.

Demonstrated record of securing external funding.

Postdoctoral experience (academic or industry).

Experience integrating high impact teaching practices (e.g., active learning, project-based learning) into the classroom.

Professional engineering licensure, or possibility of obtaining licensure in the near future.

Relevant industrial or government experience.

statement of teaching philosophy (2 page max)

statement of research (2 page max)

contact information for 3 professional references.

Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.

Position is open until filled, although priority consideration will be given to applications completed by October 19, 2026.

CMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and institution. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU’s mission, vision, and leadership standards.

CMU does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, including admission and employment, and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 not to discriminate in such a matter.

Inquiries about the application of Title IX can be made to CMU’s Title IX Coordinator, the US Department of Education’s Assistant Secretary, or both.

CMU’s Title IX Coordinator can be reached at: