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Professional Track Teaching Faculty Position in Structural Engineering

POSITION SPECIFICS
Professional Track Teaching Faculty Position in Structural Engineering

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a full-time, professional track (non-tenure line), teaching faculty or Professor of Practice position in structural engineering. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, advise students, and contribute to the department through service and committee work.

Preference will be given to applicants with significant industry- and/or design-related U.S. experience and those who hold, or are expected to hold by the time of the appointment, a Doctoral degree in civil engineering, or a closely related field. Engineers with a M.S. degree and significant relevant industry experience are also invited to apply and will be considered for a Professor of Practice position. Candidates should be, or intend to be, licensed as a professional engineer (P.E.) and have demonstrated teaching experience through academic courses, professional conference presentations, or related activities. Please see https://policy.psu.edu/policies/ac21 for the definition of academic ranks and promotion opportunities for non-tenure-line professional track faculty at Penn State. Rank and title will be determined by education and qualifications.

To apply, please submit a single PDF file (5MB max) that includes: a one-page cover letter, a curriculum vitae; a two-page statement of teaching interests; one publication or a representative sample of industrial work performed; and contact information for three references. For full consideration, applications should be received by October 17, 2025. However, review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Apply to job REQ_0000071373 at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/REQ_0000071373-2

The position is housed within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Penn State. CEE's vision is to achieve the highest quality of life for all, through sustainable and resilient civil infrastructure systems. Our mission is to address complex and evolving societal needs in both the natural and built environments by delivering an outstanding education, conducting impactful research, and providing inspirational service to society and our profession. CEE faculty lead pioneering research in five key areas: Safe and equitable transportation systems, Sustainable solutions for water, Infrastructure resilience and adaptation, Decarbonization of the built environment, and AI for sustainability. CEE is a vibrant and dynamic unit with 36 faculty members, 16 staff members, more than 450 undergraduate students, and more than 120 graduate students and postdocs. Our programs are highly ranked by the U.S. News and World Report with top 15 and top 25 national rankings at the undergraduate and graduate levels, respectively. CEE is home to outstanding faculty members, including 7 NSF CAREER Award recipients and a member of the National Academy of Engineering. In Fall 2024, CEE moved to the new, LEED certified, Engineering Collaborative Research and Education (ECoRE) building, featuring 9 active-learning classrooms and 51,000 square feet in support of research with state-of-the-art laboratories. Please see https://www.cee.psu.edu/ for additional information about the department.

The College of Engineering at Penn State prepares current and future generations for impactful careers as practicing engineers, managers, researchers, educators, and community leaders through highly ranked residential and online programs. We provide innovative educational experiences and supportive programs designed to foster a more welcoming community. In collaboration with industry, non-profit organizations, governmental agencies, and other academic institutions and partners, our faculty lead research initiatives across all areas of engineering that create jobs, fuel economic growth, inform policy, solve global problems, and positively impact humanity.

This position is located in State College, Pennsylvania, which has been repeatedly voted as one of the most desirable and safest places to live in the United States. State College fosters a vibrant, diverse, and sustainable community. The region hosts outstanding public schools, reasonable housing costs, a calendar of social and cultural events, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. State College is served by a regional airport and is within driving distance to Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Washington DC, Baltimore, and New York City. Please see https://happyvalley.com and https://www.statecollegepa.us/ for more information about State College and its surroundings.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.


For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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