Construction Engineering Instructor/Teaching Assistant Professor (NTT Faculty)
About The Position
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Colorado State University (CSU) seeks a full-time non-tenure track faculty member at the rank of Instructor or Teaching Assistant Professor to teach courses across the newly developed Construction Engineering Bachelor of Science (BS) program and the existing Civil Engineering BS program. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate instruction in one or both programs, depending on their area of expertise and departmental needs. Colorado State University is building a top-ranked Construction Engineering program that will marry management and business savvy with technical engineering expertise. Our program has a unique partnership with industry leaders and is enthusiastically supported by university leadership. Through strong collaboration between the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering (WSCoE) and the College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS), the program leverages existing strengths in the CEE and Construction Management (CM) Departments to deliver a second to none student experience. The program welcomed its first cohort of students in fall 2025 and will apply for ABET accreditation upon their graduation. Thoughtfully designed to create a premier program valued by both students and industry, the CSU Construction Engineering program will have a competitive advantage over peer institutions with expert faculty, strong industry participation, dedicated staff, and innovative learning spaces, all of which are crucial to success. A key to establishing a top program, a robust student support program will recruit and retain students who will fuel the workforce pipeline and develop into future industry leaders.
Requirements
- Instructor: Master of Science degree in Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field; Assistant Teaching Professor: PhD in Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field
- A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in the engineering or construction industry, or a PhD in Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field
- Ability to successfully teach university-level courses
- The ability to teach at least two of the following courses: CONE 201 Construction Systems and Decision Analysis CONE 301 Engineering Contracts CONE 401 Construction Safety Engineering CONE 402 Senior Project Design I CONE 403 Senior Project Design II
- In accordance with CSU's Land Grant Mission, candidates must demonstrate a commitment to creating a welcoming departmental environment that fosters access and success for all students, faculty and staff.
Nice To Haves
- More than five (5) years of engineering or construction-related experience in industry within the last eight (8) years
- Higher education teaching experience as an instructor or teaching assistant professor
- Engineering or Construction industry certifications
- Demonstrated performance in teaching or training that positively impacts student learning
- Knowledge and/or teaching abilities in one or more of the following areas: Engineering Mechanics - Statics Engineering Mechanics - Dynamics Mechanics of Solids Structural Analysis Civil Engineering Materials Infrastructure and Transportation Systems
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses that are technical in nature and industry focused that prepare students for professional careers in the engineering or construction industry and related fields
- Engage with student organizations and mentor student competition teams
- Participate in service activities that advance the mission of the department, the college, and the university
- Exemplary service activities include serving on departmental, college, or university committees and contributing to departmental initiatives, policies, and strategic planning efforts.
Benefits
- Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
