Teaching Assistant Professor - Civil and Environmental Engineering

Job Type
Faculty
Job Institution
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Job Description

W.S. Lee College of Engineering

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte) invites applications for one full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor position (004629) in the area of Environmental Engineering with an expected start date of August 2026. This is a 9-month teaching position on an initial 2-year, renewable contract. Applicants for the position are required to have a Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field. Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred.

Essential Duties

Teaching 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:

Teaching: Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in civil engineering with a focus on environmental engineering and/or water resources engineering.

Assessment Preparation: Participate in departmental preparations for the inaugural ABET accreditation of our Environmental Engineering program, including contributions to our assessment efforts and support in drafting of our self-study.

Curriculum Development: Contribute to the development and enhancement of the civil and/or environmental engineering curriculum, incorporating industry trends and advancements in the field.

Research and Scholarship: Engage in scholarly activities related to pedagogy, curriculum development, or applied research that enhances the teaching mission of the department.

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

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering (or a closely related field) is required at the time of the appointment.

Desired Qualifications

  • Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, professional experience in civil engineering
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students.
  • Licensure as a Professional Engineer(PE)

Application Documents

Applicants are required to submit the following documents for Position 004926 at https://jobs.charlotte.edu 

  • cover letter that articulates how your qualifications and experience make you a viable candidate for this teaching position
  • current resume or curriculum vitae
  • brief statement/list of teaching interests
  • 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 commence on June 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled, with a start date of August 15, 2026.

About UNC Charlotte and the City of Charlotte

The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at UNC Charlotte has approximately 500 undergraduate students and 50 graduate students. The faculty value student-faculty engagement and excellent undergraduate teaching. The Department is located in the Energy Production and Infrastructure Center (EPIC) Building on campus, which has exceptional teaching, laboratory, and research facilities. The mild climate, proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, access to east coast beaches, and robust cultural scene make Charlotte, North Carolina a great place to live and work.

Learn More

Interested applicants are encouraged to review the program’s website or contact the chair of the department (gmoglen@charlotte.edu), with further questions.