This position is primarily engaged in teaching, research and service.
Hold, at minimum, the doctorate or recognized terminal degree in the field of specialization; have developing program of scholarly research, experience in teaching, or professional work of high caliber, and willingness to participate in University related service duties at least at the departmental level.
General Description/Primary Purpose:
The School of Engineering is seeking a 9-month, tenure-earning, Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering. This position will report to Dr. Alan Harris, Director of the School of Engineering. Position responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses with a 2/2 teaching load, leading an externally funded research program in their field and service to the School, College of Computing, Engineering and Construction and the University of North Florida.
Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on August 4, 2025.
Working Hours: Varies
Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role
About the Department: The School of Engineering at the University of North Florida provides high-quality education in a student-centered environment. The School offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various engineering disciplines, emphasizes hands-on learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, real-world problem solving, and cutting-edge research.
For more information about the department of School of Engineering visit https://www.unf.edu/ccec/engineering/index.html
Required Qualifications:
The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or closely-related field with a specialization in transportation engineering. The candidate must also demonstrate a record of scholarly achievement and evidence of teaching excellence.
Preferred Qualifications / Skills:
Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated professional or research experience in transportation planning, smart city infrastructure, transportation big data analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning, integrated multimodal transportation networks, resilience of transportation infrastructure systems or connected and automated vehicle systems. Candidates should demonstrate the potential to establish an independent, externally funded research program and to collaborate effectively with existing faculty, local industry and Florida DOT. The successful candidate will be expected to show a strong commitment to teaching excellence and a willingness to engage in continuous learning. Additionally, collegiality, active service, and participation in departmental governance are essential attributes for this role.
Required Licensure:
N/A
Additional Application Materials Required:
UNF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted online through the Human Resources website, unf.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com
In addition to completing an online application, applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents and information:
· Cover letter
· Current curriculum vitae
· Teaching and Research Statement
· Unofficial transcripts
· Names, phone numbers, and email address of three professional references
The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.
Additional Requirements:
Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.
· Passport (all pages including blank pages) and
· Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)
Job Posting Close Date:
Open until filled
How to Apply
Applicants must complete an online application at https://unf.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/unfjobs and submit the documents required by the application. Please list contact information for three professional references. Initial review of applications will begin on October 14, 2024.
If you have any questions about this position, please contact Dr. Thobias Sando at t.sando@unf.edu.
DepartmentSchool of Engineering
CompensationNegotiable
Equal Opportunity
In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.
The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.
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Statement(s) of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.
The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.
Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.
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