Clinical Faculty, Civil Engineering
About The Position
The Civil Engineering department in the College of Engineering invites applications for a full-time Clinical Faculty position with a focus towards Water Resources Engineering to begin in or before the Fall semester 2027. This is a teaching-focused appointment for an educator and practitioner who is passionate about preparing the next generation of civil engineers through high-quality instruction, mentorship, and engagement with professional practice. We seek candidates with expertise and professional experience in water resources engineering and a demonstrated commitment to student success. The successful candidate will primarily support the undergraduate curriculum in water resources, fluid mechanics, and related areas of civil engineering. Candidates who can also contribute to the department’s senior capstone design course and curricular efforts related to professionalism, communication, ethics, and engineering practice are especially encouraged to apply. Our program places exceptional value on teaching excellence. We are looking for a faculty member who can connect with students, create engaging learning environments, and effectively bridge engineering theory and professional practice. The ability to inspire, mentor, and support undergraduate students is a central expectation of this position. The clinical faculty will advise and mentor students at all undergraduate levels toward the successful completion of their degree and help them develop career readiness. The clinical faculty will participate in departmental meetings, faculty development programs, and professional organizations in civil engineering to stay connected with industry advancements.
Requirements
- PhD (U.S. or foreign equivalent degree) in Civil Engineering or a closely related field; a combination of a master’s degree and 5 years of relevant industry experience may be substituted for the PhD.
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and student engagement.
- Academic preparation and/or professional expertise in water resources engineering.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.
- Professional experience in consulting, government agencies, utilities, or related areas of engineering practice in water resources engineering.
- Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.
- Interest in project-based learning, capstone design, or professional skills development.
- Experience incorporating engineering practice into educational settings.
Responsibilities
- Primarily support the undergraduate curriculum in water resources, fluid mechanics, and related areas of civil engineering.
- Contribute to the department’s senior capstone design course.
- Contribute to curricular efforts related to professionalism, communication, ethics, and engineering practice.
- Advise and mentor students at all undergraduate levels toward the successful completion of their degree and help them develop career readiness.
- Participate in departmental meetings, faculty development programs, and professional organizations in civil engineering to stay connected with industry advancements.
Benefits
- Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
- A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision options
- Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
