Assistant or Associate Professor of Civil Engineering

William Jewell College invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor in the areas of geotechnical engineering or water resource engineering. This is a full-time faculty position beginning in August 2027. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start of the position. Appointment level will be based on an applicant''s scholarly and teaching record and practical experience.

A Ph.D. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or a closely related field is required with the ideal candidate qualified to teach undergraduate courses in geotechnical engineering as well as other introductory and design courses within civil engineering. The successful applicant will have a passion for undergraduate engineering education, assist in program development (course and curriculum development and program assessment), mentor engineering students, especially during their capstone design projects, develop and foster relationships with industry, and recruit and advise students.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or closely related field is preferred. M.S. in Civil Engineering or closely related field required.
• Ability to teach across the undergraduate civil engineering curriculum preferred with an emphasis in geotechnical engineering or water resource engineering
• Ability to develop courses, curriculum, and assess and evaluate
• Professional licensure preferred or ability to obtain within one year.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaching 24 contact hours per year
• Development of curriculum and assessment tools
• Service to the College and community including academic advising and involvement in College and departmental committees and activities
• Engagement of undergraduate students in research and/or project based learning

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.

Application Procedures

Candidates must submit the following documents in PDF format with their application.

• Letter of application that addresses the job qualifications including a response to the College Mission
• Resume
• Statement of teaching experiences and interests, including commentary on teaching at a primarily undergraduate liberal arts college
• The names, email and contact information for three professional references.

Applicants, who need accommodation for the application or interview process, please make accommodation requests in advance to the Office of Human Resources. William Jewell College Office of Human Resources 500 College Hill Box 1017 Liberty, MO 6406 hr@william.jewell.edu

Availability

Review of applications will begin on 12/15/2026 and continue until position is filled.

All Final Candidates will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment.

Our Mission: We educate our community to ask reflective questions, apply critical thought and act with purpose. We flourish by valuing: Authentic Engagement, Courageous Citizenship, Creative Expression, Inclusive Communities, Innovative Thought, and Spiritual Exploration

William Jewell College is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.