Assistant/Associate Professor of Civil Engineering

Assistant/Associate Professor of Civil Engineering

United Arab Emirates University

United Arab Emirates

Job Description

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering in the College of Engineering at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) invites qualified, outstanding candidates to apply for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor in Structural Engineering. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering. A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering is also required. The position will be filled at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor; however, filling the position at the rank of Assistant Professor is preferred.

The candidate is expected to establish a sustainable research program, make significant scholarly contributions to the discipline, be an effective teacher and mentor of both undergraduate and graduate students, and engage in institutional and professional service. We seek applicants who work at the frontiers of their research areas and can complement existing research expertise within the Department, the College of Engineering, and the University. Research areas of particular interest include but are not limited to Innovative Structural Systems, Computational Structural Engineering, Steel and Composite Structures, and Advanced Reinforced Concrete Design Theories.

The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses in Structural Engineering as well as to assist in delivering basic engineering courses. The candidate must have demonstrated potential for effective teaching, independent research, and scholarly activities. English is the language of instruction and communication in the College of Engineering. Successful candidates will have access to world-class laboratory facilities, a strong pool of graduate students, and internal research grant funding opportunities, including a startup research grant. The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with Research Centers within the University. The start date is August 2025. For full consideration, applications should be received by March 31, 2025.

Expected Duties

1. Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses and supervise capstone graduation projects in the area of Structural Engineering.
2. Attract externally funded research projects and conduct original research that leads to publications in top-ranked international journals.
3. Contribute to advising and mentoring of undergraduate and postgraduate students, including supervision of M.Sc. and Ph.D. students.
4. Provide services to the community, the society, and the university.
5. Play an active role in promoting the growth of the College of Engineering at the United Arab Emirates University.

Applicants must hold a PhD Degree in Structural Engineering from a reputable international University. The candidate's B.Sc. degree is required to be in Civil Engineering. Industrial and professional experience is a plus.

Preferred Qualification

Preferred qualifications include the demonstration of the following:

1. Track record of high-quality publications in leading international journals in Structural Engineering.
2. Ability to develop independent research, secure research funds, and establish a strong network with industrial partners.
3. Ability to teach a variety of undergraduate- and graduate-level courses and develop new courses or course components.
4. Strong communication skills and ability to work collegially and collaboratively with diverse internal and external constituencies.

Close Date

2025-03-31

Department

Civil & Environmental Engineering (COE)

Grade

23

Posting Number

4442

Position Number

300968