Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering (Water Resources) 2591

Recruitment Number:  2591

Position: Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering (Water Resources)

Effective Date: August 17, 2020 (Fall Semester)

Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or a closely related area with one of the following specializations: Hydraulics, Surface and Subsurface Hydrology, Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Systems Analysis and Management, Fluvial, Coastal and Ocean Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Hydrology and Hydraulics, and a B.S. in Civil Engineering.
  • Degree at time of application or official notification of completion of the degree by August 1, 2020
  • Demonstrated potential for effective teaching at the college level 
  • Demonstrated potential for successful research, scholarly and creative activities
  • Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two years of effective teaching experience in undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in Hydraulics, Surface and Subsurface Hydrology, Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Systems Analysis and Management, Fluvial, Coastal and Ocean Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Hydrology and Hydraulics; Experience in curriculum development
  • Experience in student advising
  • Post-doctoral, research or professional experience in one of the specialization areas previously stated
  • Potential for registration as a Professional Engineer (PE)

Duties:

  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the following areas: Hydraulics, Surface and Subsurface Hydrology, Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Systems Analysis and Management, Fluvial, Coastal and Ocean Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Hydrology and Hydraulics
  • Also teach basic lower division engineering courses, organize and supervise laboratory activities
  • Develop new courses and update existing courses related to the area of expertise
  • Engage in research and scholarly activities in the area of expertise leading to publications, presentations and grants
  • Provide student advising and mentoring
  • Participate in service to the department, college, university, and the community

 

CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University’s strong commitment to the academic success of all of our students, including students of color, students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and students of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions.  CSULB seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the People of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.

Information on excellent benefits package available to CSULB faculty is located here:

https://www2.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf

How to Apply - Required Documentation:

  • An Equity and Diversity Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (maximum two pages, single-spaced). For further information and guidelines, please visit: /equitydiversitystatement
  • Letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications
  • CV (including current email address)
  • Names and contact information for three references
  • Copy of transcript from institution awarding highest degree (also include B.S. degree in Civil Engineering)
  • Teaching and Research Statements
  • Finalists will also be required to submit the following:
  1. A signed SC-1 form,
  2. Three current letters of recommendation independently provided by references, and
  3. An official transcript (e-transcript preferred, if available)
     

Application shall be submitted on Academic Jobs Online using the following URL:

https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/14557

Requests for information should be addressed to:

Dr. Antonella Sciortino, Department Chair
California State University, Long Beach
Department of Civil Engineering and Construction Engineering Management    
1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90840-5101

(562) 985-8010 or antonella.sciortino@csulb.edu

 

Application Deadline:

Review of applications to begin January 6, 2020

Position open until filled (or recruitment canceled)

Employment Requirements:

A background check (including a criminal records check and telephone reference check with most recent employer) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, medical condition, age, Vietnam era veteran status, or any other veteran's status.  CSULB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.