Open Term Faculty Position in Civil Construction and Environmental Engineering

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering in Iowa State University’s College of Engineering invites applications for one or more term faculty positions involving in-person instruction in construction engineering, geotechnical engineering, and/or structural engineering. Candidates must be qualified and able to teach in at least two of these areas. Depending on relevant industry and teaching experience, accomplishments, and departmental standards, appointments may be at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Teaching Professor, or Professor of Practice. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering lectures; developing course materials and assignments; evaluating student work and assigning grades; holding office hours; and meeting with students to support their learning. Faculty will collaborate with colleagues as needed to coordinate instruction and support course delivery. Grading support may be available depending on class size and resources. Additional duties include departmental and university service, such as committee participation, meeting attendance, and advising student organizations or competition teams. This is a full-time-equivalent (1.0 FTE), nine-month appointment. The initial term is expected to be three years, with possible renewal. Term faculty are not tenure-eligible, but may be considered for advancement in rank under applicable policies. The proposed start date is August 16, 2027, and the proposed end date is May 15, 2030. The department offers undergraduate programs in civil engineering, civil engineering with an environmental emphasis, construction engineering, and environmental engineering, as well as graduate programs in civil engineering. The department maintains externally funded research of more than $21 million annually and is committed to faculty, staff, and students who contribute to its research, teaching, and service objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil, construction, or architectural engineering, or a related degree.
At least 5 years of relevant experience.
Relevant industry or educational experience qualifying the candidate to teach in at least two of construction engineering, geotechnical engineering, and structural engineering.
Strong record of achievement in teaching, professional engineering practice, or both in construction engineering, civil engineering, or a closely related discipline.
Excellent communication skills and commitment to Iowa State University’s Principles of Community.
Candidates appointed at Associate or Full Teaching Professor rank must meet departmental standards for appointment to that rank.

Nice To Haves

Evidence of an impactful career in related professional practice outside traditional academic roles.
Previous teaching experience.
Strong communication skills.
Professional engineering licensure in the United States, or the ability to become licensed.
Ability to teach in all three areas: construction engineering, geotechnical engineering, and structural engineering.

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver lectures.
Develop course materials, homework, laboratory assignments, quizzes, examinations, and projects.
Evaluate student work and assign grades.
Maintain office hours and meet with students to support their learning.
Collaborate with other faculty as needed to coordinate instruction and support course delivery.
Provide departmental and university service, including serving on committees and attending meetings.
Advise student organizations or competition teams.