INTRODUCTION

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (SoCEE) in the College of Engineering at the University of Connecticut (UConn) is pleased to invite applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenured/tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor focused on the engineering of the coastal ecosystem with implications for resilience and adaptation to climate change. Research areas include (but are not limited to) coastal flooding and management, wave dynamics and erosion, restoration and coastal ecosystem management, watershed modeling and water quality, or sustainable energy resources. Candidates whose research may use field observations, modeling, or artificial intelligence tools are of interest. The successful candidate is expected to form strong collaborations with existing faculty within and outside SoCEE and establish and sustain a creative research and education program. The successful candidate may contribute to the development of an undergraduate minor in coastal engineering.

The SoCEE emphasizes innovation, public engagement, and sustainability to meet evolving global challenges in urbanization and environmental resilience. SoCEE has had strong recent growth in enrollment and research expenditures, offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in both Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering and houses several major research and technical assistance centers. This position has the opportunity to collaborate with strong research centers such as Eversource Energy Center, CT Institute for Resilience and Climate Adaptation (CIRCA), Human Rights Institute, Center for Environmental Science and Engineering, and/or to enhance the development of emerging research strengths in engineering education and environmental justice to facilitate cross-disciplinary research in sustainability and the environment.

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Earned a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Coastal, Marine or Ocean Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline by the time of appointment.
2. Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching.
3. Ability to teach undergraduate engineering courses in related areas.
4. Demonstrated potential in establishing successful research and scholarship.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Professional Engineering license or the ability and intent to obtain licensure within five years.
2. An undergraduate degree in environmental, coastal, civil, or related engineering discipline.
3. An outstanding record of research and scholarship excellence.
4. Demonstration of effective teaching and integrating contemporary pedagogy into instruction.
5. A demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity through their academic and research programs.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2025. The successful candidate’s academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus. Faculty may also be asked to teach at one of UConn’s regional campuses as part of their ordinary workload. Salary and rate will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online to UConn Jobs at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs Search #498719 to upload the following additional application materials:

• A cover letter,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Research and scholarship statement (innovative concepts that will form the basis of academic career, experience in proposal development, mentorship of graduate students, etc.);
• Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, concepts for new course development, etc.);
• Commitment to diversity statement (including broadening participation, integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and research and pedagogical techniques to meet the needs of diverse learning styles, etc.);
• Two (2) Sample journal articles or books
• Contact information for at least three references.

The evaluation of applicants will begin on December 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. 

At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.

This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce.  The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner.  This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all.  We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.