The Grainger College of Engineering: Teaching Assistant Professor - Civil and Environmental Engineer at University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois

Job Description:

Teaching Assistant Professor Position



Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
The Grainger College of Engineering



University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign



The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a full-time Teaching Assistant Professor in the area of Construction Engineering and Management. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in the Construction Engineering and Management (CEM) area at both undergraduate and graduate levels, hold office hours, managing the Global Leaders in Construction Management Program (GLCM), and represent the Department and Construction Engineering and Management Program at industry and academic functions and provide service to the department, the university, and the profession. Ideal candidates include those who demonstrate evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through research, teaching, and/or service endeavors.


The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has a long tradition of excellence in fundamental and translational research, teaching, and service. The Department currently has 58 faculty, $20 million research expenditures, and 680 undergraduate and 560 graduate students. Details about the Department faculty, research portfolio, facilities, equipment, and academic programs can be found at https://cee.illinois.edu/ .


All successful candidates must have at least a PhD in Civil Engineering with concentration in construction engineering and management and a minimum 5 years of experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in construction engineering and management. In addition to teaching qualifications, successful candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of related experience on construction projects, exhibit experience in organizing national and international construction site visits for undergraduate and graduate students and proficiency in technical writing, communication and presentation skills. The ability to demonstrate scholarly work in engineering education journals and conferences is preferred.


This is a renewable, non-tenure track position appointed on an academic year (9-month service basis) paid over twelve months. The proposed start date is August 16, 2024. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.


To apply, please create a candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu . The application package should include the following in a single .pdf file : a) cover letter, b) curriculum vitae, c) teaching statement, d) statement of service, e) diversity statement, f) representative teaching artifacts including syllabi and learning goals, laboratory exercises, and g) names/contact information for three references (no letters). The statement on diversity should address past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through research, teaching, and/or service.


At the time of appointment, applicants must hold an earned doctorate in an appropriate field. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications. The expected start date is August 16, 2024, but this is negotiable.


To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 30, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Early applications are strongly encouraged as interviews may take place during the application period, but a hiring decision will not be made until after the closing date.


For any questions concerning the application process, please contact Stacie Mertes at smertes@illinois.edu .

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .


Requisition ID: 1023700
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu