Job Summary

The Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in civil engineering starting in August 2025.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering and a Doctorate degree in civil engineering, or closely related field, with focus on geotechnical engineering. This position will require teaching and research. The successful candidate will teach courses such as but not limited to geotechnical, soil mechanics, foundation, and civil engineering materials. Applicants for the position are required to have a strong commitment to teaching and to provide classroom and laboratory instruction. In addition, the candidate shall have the ability to establish and sustain an active research program in the area of geotechnical engineering and to attract external funding that leads to publications in scholarly journals. Candidates are also expected to participate in service activities at the academic, professional, and/or community levels. A professional engineering license or the potential to obtain one is highly desirable.

PFW offers a competitive salary and benefits package and an excellent work environment. Fort Wayne is the second largest city in Indiana and is located within a few hours of drive time to Chicago, Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Detroit, and Indianapolis. It is a great community that boasts affordable housing and a low cost of living.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, research plan, and the names of three references to: https://careers.purdue.edu/FW/go/FW-Faculty/7720100/.  Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. All candidates who are interviewed will be asked to prepare a 45-60-minute instructional student presentation.

Purdue University Fort Wayne is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. The position is contingent on available funding and a satisfactory background records check. Candidates must be allowed to work in the US by the start date. Purdue will provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Additional Inofrmation

Should you have questions, please contact the Search Committee Chair:

Dr. Dong Chen

Purdue University Fort Wayne

Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering

2101 E. Coliseum Blvd

Fort Wayne, IN  46805-1499

CEsearch@pfw.edu

https://www.pfw.edu/etcs/cme