Asst/Assoc/Full Professor of the Practice - Civil Engineering at The University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas

Job Description:

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering (CEAE) at The University of Kansas (KU) is seeking outstanding candidates for an Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Practice in the areas of structural engineering and engineering mechanics. The target starting date is August 18, 2025. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start of the position.

Appointment level will be based on an applicant’s scholarly and teaching record and practical experience. All Professor of Practice positions, regardless of rank, are non-tenured positions appointed for a three-year limited term period; however, the CEAE department has a strong tradition of employing non-tenured faculty long-term. Due to the percentage of effort focused upon instructional duties, all applicants must possess outstanding teaching skills and teach 9-12 credit hours of regularly scheduled classes per semester.

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering has a long history of excellence in the field of structural engineering. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in structural engineering and engineering mechanics. The candidate’s specific area(s) of specialty are meant to enhance and complement ongoing programs and existing expertise in the Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering Department.

The University of Kansas School of Engineering (http://engr.ku.edu/) has undergone a significant expansion while taking explicit care to maintain and improve the high-quality student programs the university is known for. The effort involved a multi-faceted approach aimed at growing our facilities, faculty, leadership, research and, most important, supporting students, as it helps industry partners find the new talent, designs and techniques they need to fuel economic growth and business success. The Department of Civil, Environmental & Architectural Engineering (http://ceae.ku.edu/) currently has 24 tenured/tenure-track faculty, four professors of practice, one teaching professor, one research professor, and approximately 340 undergraduate students and 160 graduate students, with programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.

The University of Kansas is a Carnegie doctoral/research-extensive university with a $1.4 billion endowment and a faculty of 2,600. Current enrollment is 28,500 (19,000 undergraduate), with students drawn from 110 nations and all 50 states, 20.6% of KU students are members of minority groups. The 1,000-acre main campus is in Lawrence, a community of 95,000 in hilly northeast Kansas that lies about 35 miles west of Kansas City. Lawrence has a lively downtown and a thriving arts and music scene, and its local government has enacted ordinances supporting equality for all members of its population. Lawrence also offers numerous sports and recreational opportunities, local shops, and a wide range of good restaurants.

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

KU’s vision is to be an exceptional learning community that lifts each other and advances society. Our institutional priorities are to educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that change the world. Additional information is available at https://jayhawksrising.ku.edu/.

Job Description

80% - Teaching
Teach courses totaling 9-12 credit hours per semester in the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in Architectural Engineering (ARCE) and Civil Engineering (CE) programs in engineering mechanics and structural engineering analysis and design. Teaching responsibilities include enhancing and improving curriculum and advising students on course selection.

20% - Service
Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, serve on graduate committees and other departmental committees, work with student organizations, and collaborate with faculty and staff in enhancing the curriculum, recruiting highly qualified students, and with promotional activities. In collaboration with departmental leadership and faculty colleagues, support online course-only master’s degree programs by assisting with student recruitment and advising, and developing relationships with regional consulting and construction companies. Perform other duties as assigned by the department chair, such as providing general internal service at KU and at the department, school and university levels.

Required Qualifications

For the rank of Assistant Professor-of-Practice:

1. A master’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a closely related discipline
2. Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
3. At least 10 years of practical experience in structural engineering.

For the rank of Associate Professor-of-Practice:

1. A master’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a closely related discipline
2. Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
3. At least 15 years of practical experience in structural engineering.

For the rank of Full Professor-of-Practice

1. A master’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a closely related discipline
2. Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
3. At least 20 years of practical experience in structural engineering.

Additional Candidate Instructions

A complete online application includes the following materials: (1) cover letter; (2) resume; (3) statement of teaching experiences and interests; and (4) the names, email and contact information for three professional references. Applications should be submitted at https://employment.ku.edu/academic/29221br.

Application review will begins January 1, 2025 and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

Contact Information to Applicants

Professor Remy Lequesne
rlequesne@ku.edu

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