Civil Engineering (Construction Engineering and Management), Assistant Professor

CSU Careers•Pomona, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Construction Engineering and Management (CEM) program within the Department of Civil Engineering. This position is primarily intended for an Assistant Professor level, but candidates with substantial academic, research, and professional accomplishments may be considered for Associate Professor. The university, known for its 'learn-by-doing' approach and Teacher Scholar Model, is a polytechnic institution with a diverse student body and a strong commitment to inclusive excellence. The Department of Civil Engineering is one of the largest and most respected in the nation, with a focus on hands-on learning and applied research. The CEM program offers excellent opportunities for faculty growth, particularly given Southern California's significant infrastructure development. The department values collaboration, mentorship, and innovation, and seeks faculty passionate about student success and community engagement.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field, conferred by the start date of the position.
Demonstrated teaching excellence or strong teaching interest in engineering.
Evidence of ongoing scholarly research in fields relevant to construction engineering and management, or evidence of professional practice.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in areas aligned with the construction industry, such as BIM/VDC, construction engineering and management, AI-integrated construction management, sustainable construction, construction automation, smart infrastructure, lean construction, project controls, construction safety, or infrastructure asset management.
A minimum of one year of professional practice in fields such as infrastructure delivery, project management, or construction engineering.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Design-Build Professional (DBIA) certification, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or other relevant professional credentials.
Evidence of continued growth and effectiveness in teaching or instructional experience in higher education.
Evidence of continued growth in scholarly research and peer-reviewed publications.
Demonstrated successful record of student advising and leadership potential in guiding and supporting construction student competition teams.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in construction engineering and management and related civil engineering areas, including lower-division, upper-division, laboratory, and graduate-level courses based on departmental needs.
Establish an active scholarly agenda, pursuing externally funded research and applied projects.
Mentor student research.
Collaborate with industry and academic partners.
Engage in professional practice.
Contribute to curriculum development and support hands-on, industry-connected learning experiences.
Participate in department, college, and university service activities.