The University of British Columbia, Faculty of Applied Science, School of Engineering
Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Associate Professor (tenure-track or tenured) in Civil Engineering
The School of Engineering at the University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus invites applications to fill one (1) full-time research stream faculty position within its Civil Engineering Program. Applicants will be considered for the ranks of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Associate Professor (tenure-track or tenured), commensurate with their experience, accomplishments, and teaching and/or research expertise in water resources engineering, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, and related fields. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027 or a date to be mutually agreed upon.
Decisions for hiring will be based upon applicants' potential and/or evidence towards excellence in teaching and research, to the benefit of Canada and the global community, as well as their fit to the School. We look to shape leaders for the future of our programs and profession.
Position
The stated positions offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the development, growth, and leadership of programs in the School of Engineering. The program integrates foundational and applied courses in engineering, with hands-on learning and immersive experiences for students. To learn more about this program visit the following link: https://okanagan.calendar.ubc.ca/faculties-schools-and-colleges/school-engineering/bachelor-applied-science-program/civil-engineering.
Values
Our work is shaped by our values: professionalism and integrity; scholarship and teaching excellence; commitment to students; partnerships and collegiality; initiative, innovation, and willingness to change; and community, the environment, and sustainability. We believe that equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous reconciliation support these values, and so we foster them in our students, staff, and faculty. As such, applicants for our positions must have a strong commitment to these values. To learn more about these values visit https://apsc.ubc.ca/EDI and https://ok.ubc.ca/about/indigenous-engagement/.
Eligibility and duties
Applicants must hold a doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in a field related to Civil engineering and either be registered, or be eligible to register, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (https://www.egbc.ca) within five years of appointment. The successful applicant(s) will be expected to establish an independent and internationally recognized research program at the University, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, supervise master's (M.A.Sc.) and doctoral (Ph.D.) students, and provide service to the School, University, and community.
Appointment eligibility at each rank is defined as follows:
- Assistant Professor: Appointment to this rank requires completion of academic and/or professional qualifications, with evidence of ability and commitment in teaching and scholarly activity. The teaching must show potential for excellence in both instructing and supervising undergraduate and graduate students. The scholarly activity must show potential towards securing external research funding, carrying out high-impact (national and international) research, and disseminating such research via peer-reviewed publications and/or alternative forms of knowledge dissemination. The successful applicant(s) must also be willing to participate in the affairs of the School and University. Applicants who will have successfully defended their doctoral (Ph.D.) dissertation by the position start date will be considered. The annual salary range is $120,000 - $140,000.
- Associate Professor: Appointment at this rank requires demonstrated success in teaching, a growing body of productive scholarly activity, and willingness to participate in the affairs of the School and University. The teaching must reflect a high level of excellence at undergraduate and graduate levels as well as effective supervision and mentorship of graduate students. The scholarly activity must show evidence towards securing external research funding, carrying out high-impact (national and international) research, and disseminating such research via peer-reviewed publications and/or alternative forms of knowledge dissemination. For tenure consideration, the successful candidate must also have maintained a high standard of performance in meeting the above criteria and show promise of continuing to do so. The annual salary range is $140,000 - $190,000.
Equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigeneity
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence, and the University of British Columbia seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce to maintain the excellence of the University. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged and offers students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the British Columbia Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
While all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University gathers information about applicants’ status as either a permanent resident of Canada or Canadian Citizen. Therefore, all applications must include one of the following statements in their cover letter:
- I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada; or
- I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
Location
The University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus is situated in Kelowna, British Columbia, on the ancestral, traditional, and unceded territory of the Syilx Okanagan people, who continue their stewardship to this day. Kelowna is surrounded by vineyards, lakes, forests, and mountains, making it a four-season playground for a variety of activities.
Application submission
Interested applicants must submit the following documents as a single PDF file:
- Cover letter: Include your motivation for applying to the position and highlight skills and experience relevant to the position.
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
- Research statement: Give a three-page (maximum) statement describing your research expertise, experience, and plans as a new faculty member. As appropriate, identify potential and current collaborators at the University and elsewhere, as well as potential sources of funding.
- Teaching statement: Give a three-page (maximum) statement describing your teaching philosophy, with specific examples that have informed it. Include a description of your interests and experience towards teaching computer engineering.
- Equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigeneity statement: Give a one-page (maximum) statement about your past experience and future plans for work with a diverse student body, and your contributions to a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation/decolonization. Statements may optionally include descriptions of lived experience.
These documents must be submitted online: https://ubc.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ubcfacultyjobs/job/Assistant-Professor--tenure-track--or-Associate-Professor--tenure-track-or-tenured--in-Civil-Engineering_JR25639
Emailed applications will not be considered.
The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all candidates (including but not limited to disabled people). Confidential accommodations are available on request by contacting recruitment.apsc@ubc.ca.
Review of applications
The review of applications will begin on September 15, 2026. All complete applications received by this date will receive full consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. The position is subject to final budgetary approval. The salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.