Assistant Teaching Professor

Position Number 004634

Working Title Assistant Teaching Professor

Classification Title 9-Mo Non-Tenure Track Faculty

College College of Engineering (Col)

Department Civil and Environmental Engineering

Position Designation Faculty

Employment Type Permanent – Full-time

Months per year 9

Primary Purpose of Department 

The mission of the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department is to engage students in a teaching and research-intensive environment that supports growth of character, technical skills, critical thinking, and preparation for the profession. Our vision is to be a responsive and supportive community that provides personalized learning and leads premier research while having a positive local-to-global impact. We leverage our urban location in Charlotte to provide students and faculty with unique opportunities in all aspects of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Vacancy Open to All Candidates

Description of Work 

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte recognizes the differentiation of mission, goals, and objectives inherent in the diversity of disciplines represented by its colleges and departments. Thus, the Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Non-Tenure Track Faculty should be interpreted in the context of the related departmental and collegiate teaching goals.

Teaching – Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to teaching may include but are not limited to: subject matter competence, course design, course presentation, and grading student work.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeaching professors support the academic mission of a department through distinguished

teaching, curriculum innovation, mentoring, and professional development. This is a full-time,

non-tenure track faculty position. The candidate’s primary focus is excellence in teaching and

student engagement, including:

1. Teaching: Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in civil engineering

with a focus on structural design, analysis, and materials.

2. Curriculum Development: Contribute to the development and enhancement of the civil

engineering curriculum, incorporating industry trends and advancements in the field.

3. Research and Scholarship: Engage in scholarly activities related to pedagogy,

curriculum development, or applied research that enhances the teaching mission of the

department.

4. Service: Participate in service activities at the departmental and university levels.

Minimum Experience/EducationUNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned masters and/or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.

Preferred Education, Skills and ExperienceA Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering (or a related field) is required. Priority will be given to

candidates with demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, professional experience in

civil engineering, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work

collaboratively with colleagues and students.

Necessary Licenses/CertificationsLicensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred (not required).

Special Notes to ApplicantsApplications for position #004634 must be submitted electronically at https://jobs.charlotte.edu and must include a (i) cover letter that articulates how your qualifications and experience make you a viable candidate for this teaching position, (ii) current resume or curriculum vitae, (iii) brief statement/list of teaching interests, and (iv) list of 3 professional references that can validate professional expertise and/or teaching experience. All requested information/documentation must be submitted for applications to be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled, with a start date of 08/11/2025.

As an affirmative action, equal opportunity and an ADVANCE Institution, UNC Charlotte is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Finalists will be subject to a criminal background check and must provide the official transcript of their highest earned degree.

Job Open Date 08/21/2024

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Date Review of Applications will Begin

Proposed Hire Date 08/11/2025

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