$100,000–$140,000 Per Year
Academic Research, Civil Engineering, College Level Faculty, Communication Skills, Environmental Engineering, Federal Government, Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Mentoring, Philosophy, Structural Engineering, Testing, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Auburn University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Structural Engineering beginning in Fall 2027. Candidates should demonstrate research and teaching interests aligned with structural engineering and that complement existing departmental strengths and resources.
Department and Institution Information:
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering has 26 tenured/tenure-track faculty, approximately 700 undergraduates, and 140 graduate students, and offers B.C.E., M.S., M.C.E., and Ph.D. degrees. Structural engineering faculty have excellent opportunities for funded research through the Highway Research Center and collaboration with the Alabama Department of Transportation, in addition to industry, state agencies, and federal agencies. Faculty have also been highly successful in leveraging the state-of-the-art testing capabilities of the 42,000 ft2Advanced Structural Engineering Laboratory. Auburn University is a land-grant, Carnegie R1 institution located in east-central Alabama with a total enrollment of over 35,000 students. Auburn University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, its positive work environment, its student engagement, and its beautiful campus.
Responsibilities:
The selected faculty member will be expected to:
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in structural engineering.
- Develop and sustain an externally funded research program in structural engineering.
- Mentor and advise graduate students in their academic and research endeavors.
- Engage in service activities at the departmental, university, and professional levels.
Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in structural engineering at the time of employment. The selected candidate must be eligible to work in the United States at the time the appointment begins and must maintain work authorization throughout the term of employment. Strong written and interpersonal communication skills are required.
Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received before September 16, 2026, will receive full consideration. Applications should include the following:
- Combine into one document and upload a cover letter highlighting the candidate's qualifications and fit for the position and a curriculum vitae detailing relevant academic and professional experiences. This document should be uploaded under the “Resume Upload” section (maximum files size: 5MB).
All other documents should be uploaded under “Additional Document.”
- A one-page research statement describing the candidate’s future research plans and their alignment with existing faculty strengths.
- A one-page teaching philosophy statement describing the candidate’s approach to both teaching and learning.
- Graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are accepted; official transcripts required for finalists).
- Contact information for three professional references.
Dual Career Services:
Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual career couples. See “Guidelines for Dual Career Services” website (https://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/policies-guidelines/#guidelines).
Pay Range:
USD $100,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.
Why Work at Auburn?:
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
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