Civil & Architectural Engineering (COE) - Assist. Prof. Professor Practice

University of Miami • Coral Gables, FL

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About The Position

The Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering (CAE) of the College of Engineering (CoE) at the University of Miami (UM) has an open position for an ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN THE PRACTICE OF CIVIL AND ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING. Applications to fill this full-time, non-tenure track faculty position are sought. The start date for this appointment is anticipated to be August 15, 2026. Preference will be given to applicants with a PhD degree in civil or architectural engineering or a closely related engineering discipline and ability to obtain Professional Engineering licensure within 2 years if not already licensed. Minimum qualifications for this position are earned BS, MS and PhD degrees in civil or architectural engineering or a closely related engineering discipline with Professional Engineering license and 3 years of experience in the industry and/or engineering education. Professional practice in thermal, hydraulic and environmental systems in buildings is preferred. Demonstrated ability in communication, interpersonal skills, collaboration, leadership and student motivation are required attributes. The expectation of the candidate is to have a primary teaching role and in addition take part in departmental and University service. Individuals considering this position should have an interest and ability to teach courses in undergraduate civil and architectural engineering. Candidates will be expected to serve in departmental and/or university committees and professional societies. Candidates should have an interest to undertake research related to engineering education and applied building systems; implement new pedagogies such as active learning and AI literacy in civil and architectural engineering; partake in university strategic initiatives such as U-Online programs by applying real-world expertise to enhance course development, student mentorship, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Additional duties could include serving as the mentor for student organizations. Additional information about the College of Engineering of the University of Miami and the CAE department can be found at http://www.coe.miami.edu/ and http://www.coe.miami.edu/cae. Applications received by February 1, 2026 will receive first consideration. Application should be submitted with a statement of interests and goals, a complete curriculum vitae, and names of three references, including complete contact information.

Requirements

• Earned BS, MS and PhD degrees in civil or architectural engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
• Professional Engineering license
• 3 years of experience in the industry and/or engineering education
• Demonstrated ability in communication, interpersonal skills, collaboration, leadership and student motivation

Nice To Haves

• Professional practice in thermal, hydraulic and environmental systems in buildings
• Ability to obtain Professional Engineering licensure within 2 years if not already licensed

Responsibilities

• Have a primary teaching role
• Take part in departmental and University service
• Serve in departmental and/or university committees and professional societies
• Undertake research related to engineering education and applied building systems
• Implement new pedagogies such as active learning and AI literacy in civil and architectural engineering
• Partake in university strategic initiatives such as U-Online programs by applying real-world expertise to enhance course development, student mentorship, and cross-disciplinary collaboration
• Serving as the mentor for student organizations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees